How Do I Stop My Porsche 911 Thermostat Housing From Leaking?
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It is not always easy to fix a leaky thermostat housing.
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Therefore, if your Porsche 911 thermostat housing is damaged, simply replace it.
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Below discussion will help you to identify and fix a leaky thermostat housing.
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Signals your Porsche 911 thermostat housing is leaking
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Dash Warning Lights
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Illuminated check engine light may indicate a thermostatproblem.housing
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That’s why if your Porsche 911’s CEL is on, get its thermostatcheckedhousingout.
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Coolant Is Pouring Out
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Is coolant leaking from the bottom of your Porsche 911?
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Because, if so, it could be an indication of the thermostatproblem.housing
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Temperature Gauge Fluctuation
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Issues with the thermostat housing can result in erratic engine temperature swings.
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Thermostat Is Stuck Open
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If your car’s thermostat valve is stuck open, something with its housing is probably at fault.
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Some of the other reasons why a car’s thermostat housing may get stuck in the open position are:Damaged spring Faulty wax pellet
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Thermostat Is Stuck Closed
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A stuck closed thermostat valve is another possible sign of a bad thermostat housing.
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How to fix a leaky thermostat housing?
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If you have a feeling that your Porsche's thermostat housing has a leak, have a technician look it over. And, if it is broken or damaged, just replace it.
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Bottom Line
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These are some of the signs of a leaking thermostat housing.
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We hope this will help you diagnose thermostat housing issues in your car.
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