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Question: leak at timing chain cover

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Spikeballfistman, Brighton, CO, May 29, 2010, 16:36
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I have coolant leaking out of the bottom of the timing chain cover. My check engine light came on and my oil pressure went from 55 to 80 wich is max. Temp is right in the middle were it always is and supposed to be I think. What is the problem? By the way, It starts to leak only 1-2 drops per minute after driving it for aprox. 30 min.

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    Visitor, May 29, 2010, 18:07

    the coolant leak is probably the water pump weep hole. need new pump, thermostat and flush.
    the check engine light has no bearing on oil pressure
    oil pressure could be a stuck check valve.
    you need codes pulled to check on the light

    Roy

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