Hi all
I have a 1997 Rover 214i 16v and it is leaking coolant. I realise that it is very common for the cylinder head gasket to go on K-series engines but this leek seems to be coming from much lower down the engine. I can't inspect it very easily but the leak seems to be coming from the back of the engine (the bit next to the car rather than next to the headlamps) just above the sump. The water then runs around the ridge of the sump and drips off at the front. The head gasket (I presume) is much higher up the engine than this and so I was hoping it would be something less sinister.
The oil is perfect with no white gunge and the water is crystal (besides coolant) when it drips on to the road. The engine also runs fine. Also, the cylinder head went on another K-Series that I had, however the water leaked INTO the engine rather than out and onto the road.
Just to let you know the tempurature gauge doesn't work so the fan is constantly on but I would not have thought that that would cause a leak.
I would be very grateful if you could let me know what you think because I am baffled.
Thanks
David