We own zeds for a reason. Just having it is enough. But luckily for me i do all my own work. Part of the work that we should adhere to is basic maintenance.

Like regular checks of oil, water, coilpacks, injectors and fluid levels. Not teaching you guys new things of course. Every other week or so, i make sure is it working as it should, regular servicing with decent parts makes all the difference. If something isnt right, then sort it.

To add to this, in the last couple of weeks i have noticed that the water level was dropping, i have been keeping an eye on it, but nothing was clearly obvious, only a small amount, even after a good fast drive, but still, losing it somewhere.

So after checking all over the engine, filling up, and ensuring no air locks, or leaks still couldnt locate it. The heater is nice and hot, and at no point does it go cold whilst running (clear sign of air in the system)

Started to delve deeper now. After gaining access to the expansion tank, all appeared good from looking at it, however once removed it was clear this was the cause of the leak.

I had a spare of my jap TT, once fitted, and refilled with anti freeze.

All is perfect. holding pressure, and weird it seems to run and sound better.

Zeds will try your patience all the time, dont be affraid to work on them, as lots of knowledge is to be gained, plus it will help others out on here.

Look after your zed and she will look after you.........

Well spoted Stu and wise words take care of the old girl and she will love you back:yes:

Wise words Sir, I subscribe to your thinking and I have learnt more about cars and patience in the last 14 months that I have ever done!

 

Quick question for you...mine is doing the same, really small water use and no evidence of a leak. I took a look at the expansion bottle and all appeared to be OK, except when I undid the screw that holds the neck of the bottle to the side of the engine bay, I was able to lift the neck right out of the bottle. Is this right, or should it be joined/sealed onto the main bottle?

I took a look at the expansion bottle and all appeared to be OK, except when I undid the screw that holds the neck of the bottle to the side of the engine bay, I was able to lift the neck right out of the bottle. Is this right, or should it be joined/sealed onto the main bottle?

 

Thats normal mate, its designed like that

It sounds strange, but im breaking my Zed, i am leaning how things go and what goes with what.

I might not have risked doing it on my other zed for fear of damaging it (im no mechanic). But taking my time and learning how to do it is fun.

 

Now i know i can do it on my other Zed!

It sounds strange, but im breaking my Zed, i am leaning how things go and what goes with what.

I might not have risked doing it on my other zed for fear of damaging it (im no mechanic). But taking my time and learning how to do it is fun.

 

Now i know i can do it on my other Zed!

 

Breaking my old zed is what taught me as well mate, it's a great way to learn about the car.