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Question: Why would antifreeze be leaking from behind the timing chain cover ?

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EyeOpener, 3.0L V6, Appleton, WI, December 26, 2011, 17:53
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Replaced water pump 2 months ago and it was fine until now

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    mastertech6371 December 26, 2011, 19:39
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    gaskets do wear out. that one is pretty common. replace it, the thermostat and make sure you flush the system and add new coolant.

    Roy

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