mcoop57
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- North West Florida
I am joining the failed Water Pump/Thermostat housing club. 2017 S w/59K, calling dealer Monday to see what we can do.
Well, it looks like I may need to get this looked at again sooner rather than later... As seen above, the thermostat and both water pumps were replaced on September 3, 2019.
Were both pictures taken with the engine at the same temperature?
Just a heads up and I know technically it's not supposed to happen but I've seen the fluid level change just form air temperature alone. I keep an eye on mine and it will raise when I come back from Michigan (to VA)Yeah, this is important, there is a certain amount of expansion/contraction of the fluid. When monitoring my level, I was always looking at cold car, generally first thing in the morning.
Were both pictures taken with the engine at the same temperature?
Yeah, this is important, there is a certain amount of expansion/contraction of the fluid. When monitoring my level, I was always looking at cold car, generally first thing in the morning.
Just a heads up and I know technically it's not supposed to happen but I've seen the fluid level change just form air temperature alone. I keep an eye on mine and it will raise when I come back from Michigan (to VA)
Correct. Whenever I check the level, I drive to work, park the car, and then check the level around lunch time. So, the engine should be level and cold.
Yeah, I have a pretty similar routine for checking mine. See above. Same with checking the oil when I get gas.
Thanks for this. I didn't think the system was supposed to change that much based on ambient air temperature, but I will keep an eye on that the next time I check it. Yesterday was around 45 degrees when I checked it. Historical archives for September last year say it was around 90 degrees. I'm hoping this explains it as I really don't want to deal with another one so soon. I'll keep an eye on it and note the air temp as well from now on.
I topped off my car for the first time last month after noticing it was just right below the MIN mark. Since the car is tuned I'm not sure whether or not sure I should bother bringing it to a dealer
I topped off my car for the first time last month after noticing it was just right below the MIN mark. Since the car is tuned I'm not sure whether or not sure I should bother bringing it to a dealer
2017 GTI SE. Low coolant light went on at around 30k. Took it in and had it topped off. Service Advisor said that in Florida it’s not uncommon to lose coolant due to the significant heat. Didn’t really buy that but all seemed ok until about 39k and light came on again. Checked the level and it was very low. Topped it off myself.
After some research to include this thread, there is clearly an issue here. I’ve never smelled coolant and can’t see leak residue but something is happening. I’m due for service in 1k and will definitely bring this to their attention. I’ll report what happens.