Coolant leaking at oil pan
Flushed cooling system now leak new green coolant behind compressor.
I checked everything and Traced this to an unknown location behind compressor. I thought refrigerant oil leak from compressor. Ruled that out. I thought BHG coolant in oil but checked dipstick and level is fine. After searching the world wide web im thinking water pump seal? Replace pump or just seal? |
If you're going to be removing the W/P to replace the seal, just replace the pump with an OE one to avoid future issues.
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Ok
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Check the oil cooler hose
https://maxima.org/forums/5th-genera...ain-cover.html |
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....e357465e80.jpg
I'm not seeing an oil cooler here! That may just be the 3.5L. It leaks to the right behind compressor. |
The only possible leak aside from Water pump, have you look at the thermostat housing?
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IIRC, there is a freeze plug in the block behind the a/c compressor that could be leaking.
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He does not have oil cooler, lucky one.
Fram filter - uh-oh! Never use that crap! |
Originally Posted by Tarzan
(Post 9149949)
He does not have oil cooler, lucky one.
Fram filter - uh-oh! Never use that crap! |
STP, Fram and Champion do not make their own stuff - they scavenge factory seconds and re-label.
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Would Purolator would be better?
I can get Nissan filters but I wouldn't think theyd be any better. Here's a link to a You Tube video and the tech here says he's never seen an OEM pump go bad and the seals only need replacing. https://youtu.be/ibfs1Zu9h4o |
Originally Posted by FanaticMadMax
(Post 9149918)
The only possible leak aside from Water pump, have you look at the thermostat housing?
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Originally Posted by maximatech12
(Post 9149972)
Would Purolator would be better?
I can get Nissan filters but I wouldn't think theyd be any better. Here's a link to a You Tube video and the tech here says he's never seen an OEM pump go bad and the seals only need replacing. https://youtu.be/ibfs1Zu9h4o |
Originally Posted by Derrick2k2SE
(Post 9150575)
Not everyone who calls themselves a "tech" knows what they're talking about.
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water pump
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Originally Posted by DennisMik
(Post 9149926)
IIRC, there is a freeze plug in the block behind the a/c compressor that could be leaking.
Im seeing a drain plug but not a freeze plug. You know what size belt to bypass compressor? |
OK i removed the compressor and the anti-freeze appears to be leaking from behind the top of the compressor bracket.
I have not removed the alternator yet but is there a freeze plug there? I was under the impression that this is where the water pump leaks from. |
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....ae5e17e050.jpg01 Nissan Maxima(coolant leaking)
i did snap an image of the area that has coolant leaking. |
Originally Posted by DennisMik
(Post 9149926)
IIRC, there is a freeze plug in the block behind the a/c compressor that could be leaking.
This is behind the alternator. https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....fcff7ecc7d.jpg5th gen (coolant leak) |
That is not what I was thinking of. The freeze plugs I am thinking of are about 1.25 to 1.5 inches in diameter. I don't know what that is. It has been a long time since I looked at a bare block.
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O rings on water pump, I'm sure. Decent amount of work to replace them.
Could rig it lol Yes, use purolator. PL10193 or PL14459 |
Replace it asap that coolant is getting into your oil and putting extra wear on your engine.
I'm not bullsh!ting. I had the same thing and sent the oil to blackstone and there was a ton more wear going on because of the coolant. It's been a month since you posted or noticed it. How long has it been like that? fix it. |
It just began after flushing the Prestone out with Distilled water. I was running Prestone(any make/model) through it and replaced with Nissan Green.
I was concerned that the Prestone was corroding the system and not cooling properly. I basically ran water through it for a week or two draining then refilling about 8 times until it came out clear. If you get Prestone i'd go for the the Prestone "PRIME" low silicate formula! |
Replaced today!
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....9f2b1c9526.jpg 01 Nissan Max OEM water pump https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....3db6c33da0.jpg |
Originally Posted by Donkeypunch
(Post 9151940)
Replace it asap that coolant is getting into your oil and putting extra wear on your engine.
I'm not bullsh!ting. I had the same thing and sent the oil to blackstone and there was a ton more wear going on because of the coolant. It's been a month since you posted or noticed it. How long has it been like that? fix it. |
idk i didn't replace it.Still worked fine.
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:facepalm:i think the pump is fine and the O-rings failed.
I just got a closer look at the old pump and beginning to realize its silicone twisted around the rotary shaft. I couldve just slipped new O-rings on it and re-installed? |
How much are you saving doing that and how long do you want to keep the car?
IMO if your pump is 10+ years old and already out of the engine, replace it anyway. |
As I did this it ocurred to me that the easiest way to remove the tensioner is to
#1 remove the cover plate #2 break the two bolts loosen them until they are just about 1/2 dozen threads to coming out #3 walk the tensioner out using the bolts still screwed in as a guide. #4 bent the tip of a cheap freebie screwdriver with pliers place folded cardboard along access cover for leverage #5.Pried the piston in with screwdriver carefully then installing grenade pin. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima....591ed88cf1.jpgVQ30 chain tensioner removal |
Now this is what I call brain surgery!
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I was unaware that the tensioner had a gasket behind it!
If I hadnt been careful that thing couldve fallen out into the chain case! |
Originally Posted by Tarzan
(Post 9149949)
He does not have oil cooler, lucky one.
Fram filter - uh-oh! Never use that crap! thanks for the heads up since I've switched to Purolator. https://youtu.be/iTNJLEV8CG8 |
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