Leak

1999 FORD EXPLORER
246,600 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CARLA REED
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Daughter noticed there was a small amount of antifreeze on top of motor. Radiator/reservoir is full.
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Carla Reed
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Nov 23, 2018 at 7:38 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

That could be the thermostat housing or the hose.

You need to have a pressure test done to pin point the exact leak. Once that is done and the leak found, let me know what the failure is and I can advise you on the repair.

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/radiator-pressure-test
Nov 23, 2018 at 7:52 PM
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CARLA REED
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Thank you for your quick response. We will give that a try.
Nov 23, 2018 at 8:46 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Nov 23, 2018 at 8:49 PM