[Mk2] [Turbo] think i have an air lock

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ben_mr2
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[Mk2] [Turbo] think i have an air lock

Post by ben_mr2 »

how do i go about tryin to get rid of this air lock? i dont hav a clue about where or if theres a bleeder valve or anythin. anyhelp wil be appreciated.
JohnnyC
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] think i have an air lock

Post by JohnnyC »

I presume you mean in the coolant system?

Follow this:
http://www.mr2oc.co.uk/Knowledge_Base/o ... id=47.html

You'll need to follow points 1-5, then 25 onwards.
Not the easiest of jobs really, bit of a PITA but doable. Not to be recommended if you think you may struggle - you could damage your engine.
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dawolf
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] think i have an air lock

Post by dawolf »

It's not that bad really, just takes a bit of time to do properly. Much easier to do with 2 people as one can squeeze the pipe in the engine bay while the other holds the 2 pipes up at the front. I had to bleed my old N/A regularly due to a small leak (middle pipes were rusted).
ben_mr2
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] think i have an air lock

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think its sorted now. thanks for the advice
Drifter
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Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] think i have an air lock

Post by Drifter »

its easy enough to bleed it properly, just use string and hose clips to hold the hoses up lol, and make sure the car is level :lol:

Glad its sorted.... i just like commenting :lol:
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