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Peugeot 508 Coolant Loss

I've got a 2012 Peugeot 508 diesel with nearly 300k km. The check engine light's on, showing a low coolant error. Coolant level was way down, I topped it off, but the light came back after a few days. Any ideas?

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sarahkoenig14

I've had similar coolant issues with my 508! It's a pain. Checked for visible leaks around the radiator, hoses, or water pump? Any coolant in your oil (milky residue on the dipstick)? Radiator cap sealing properly? A bad cap can cause coolant loss.

emmaloewe23 (Author)

Thanks for the quick reply! I haven't seen obvious leaks, but I'll take a closer look around the water pump and hoses. The oil seems fine, no milky residue. How can I tell if the radiator cap is sealing correctly? Is there a way to test it?

sarahkoenig14

Without proper testing equipment, it's tricky to be 100% sure about the cap. If it looks damaged or doesn't feel like it's making a tight seal, it's worth replacing. After chasing my tail for weeks, I took it to a workshop. They pressure-tested the system and found a tiny leak I couldn't spot. Cost me 52€. Saved me a lot of headache. Could be air pockets as well.

emmaloewe23 (Author)

Thanks for the advice! I'll double-check the cap and look for tiny leaks again. If I can't find anything, I'll probably take it to a shop for a pressure test, like you suggested. I appreciate the help!

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