Metal flakes in coolant?

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anonx

Discussion Starter · Nov 26, 2001

I peaked into the coolant ball today and there seems to be shiney metal flakes in the bottom. Any clue on what could cause this?
Thanks.

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anonx

Discussion Starter · #2 · Nov 27, 2001

Re: Metal flakes in coolant? (anonx)

bump.
worried car is broken. thanks.

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mikes

· #3 · Nov 27, 2001

Re: Metal flakes in coolant? (anonx)

Metal Flake Coolant, cool! Does it come in Candy Apple Red?

Seriously. I can't say what it is, but there shouldn't be anything metallic floating around in there. You should have the system drained/flushed/refilled. If it's under warranty, it should be covered.

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wyseguy

· #4 · Nov 27, 2001

Re: Metal flakes in coolant? (anonx)

possibly bits of your motor, doubt it is a waterpump as I beleive the new water pump impellers are plastic. Hmmm, Would have to be foreign debris in the water jacket or cooling system. Radiator defect maybe. I would take it to a dealer right away and tell them that there is metal in your coolant, could be serious. Depends on the amount and the source.

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