2002 Sportsman 500 HO Coolant Leak
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2002 Sportsman 500 HO Coolant Leak
Hello,
I started my 4 wheeler today and after it idled for a few minutes I noticed coolant leaking. I got under the machine and found where its coming from. Where the radiator lines tie into the engine block there is a 1/4" hole under them and that is where the coolant is coming from. Does anyone know why the coolant would be coming out of this hole?
Thanks in advance
Mike
I started my 4 wheeler today and after it idled for a few minutes I noticed coolant leaking. I got under the machine and found where its coming from. Where the radiator lines tie into the engine block there is a 1/4" hole under them and that is where the coolant is coming from. Does anyone know why the coolant would be coming out of this hole?
Thanks in advance
Mike
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the part is called a "mechanical seal." You'll have to have a special tool to remove it on a 500 (600-800 doesn't need any special tools). Don't try to remove it with a screwdriver.. if you scar the aluminum you can create flow problems for the coolant. When I had a 500, i'd take it to the dealer disassembled and they'd usually pull it for me and put the new one in with the machine in the back of the truck... charged me $10. Ask your dealer.. hopefully they'll do the same. Seal is about $50.
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