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Coolant Loss Check Engine Light

I'm having an issue with my 2012 Ford Transit diesel. The coolant level is low, and the check engine light is on. There's also an error stored. The vehicle has 92312 km on it. Could this be a faulty head gasket?

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maramaier1

I had a similar issue with my Transit. Check the radiator hoses and coolant reservoir for any leaks. It could also be a faulty cooling fan, causing the engine to overheat and lose coolant. Has the engine temperature been running high?

susanschulz77 (Author)

Thanks for the input. I've checked the hoses and reservoir, and I don't see any obvious leaks. The engine temperature gauge seems normal. Could a small leak still cause this much coolant loss and trigger the check engine light?

maramaier1

Yes, a small leak can definitely cause coolant loss over time and trigger the check engine light. Since you don't see anything obvious, get a workshop to pressure test the system to find the source. It's a more reliable way to spot minor leaks. I had the same problem some time ago. In my case, it was a leaking water pump. I advise you to visit a workshop.

susanschulz77 (Author)

I appreciate the advice. I'll take it to a workshop for a pressure test and inspection. The repair cost was 52€. Thanks again for your help.

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