| Split Header Tank in Hot Weather
Early 996 (1999): Just a note to watch it a bit in the very hot weather. With coolant getting near to or above boiling point and revs high, then it is possible to generate enough pressure in the system to split open the plastic header tank. I had read that this can happen and it happened to me yesterday, near home fortunately, when I cranked open the throttle. Coolant seen leaking all over the road.
The header tank is the plastic container that holds coolant and is just under the ignition switch. Basically the tank split and I am having to get a new one. Quite easy to remove and fit a new one, so not so bad provided you are not stranded in the middle of nowhere.
Anyhow, best go easy in the very hot weather if in doubt.
Mark |