Hole in Radiator tank

2002 NISSAN MICRA
64,000 MILES • 1.0L • 2WD • MANUAL
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ADAMROY66
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I have a hole in what I believe is my radiator top up tank, it is in the top of the tank so the tank does not leak. Is this an urgent problem or can it be secured with duct tape or a home repair kit?
May 17, 2016 at 11:06 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Definitely not. Duct tape will not work. That system is pressurized. The radiator has to be replaced and do not drive it until you do.
May 17, 2016 at 12:14 PM
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ADAMROY66
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The radiator is fine, it is the actual coolant tank that has a hole in the top of it, surely this means the radiator wont need replacing?
May 17, 2016 at 12:32 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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I misunderstood. If it is a pressurized tank it will have to be replaced. If it is just a reserve bottle, you may be able to patch it. They are not very expensive to replace anyway.
May 17, 2016 at 12:36 PM
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ADAMROY66
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Okay, thanks for your help!
May 17, 2016 at 12:39 PM
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STRAILER
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Use silicone rubber you can get it from the home depot
May 21, 2016 at 1:14 PM