2004 GMC Sierra engine coolant hot/ engine overheating

Asked by SLNEL Jan 10, 2017 at 02:11 PM about the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4 Dr SLE Crew Cab SB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

my truck seems to be leaking coolant causing the dash indicator
light to show engine coolant hot engine overheated. when I fill it
with coolant I have a leak coming out the bottom how do I tell if
it's the hoses radiator or water pump.

2 Answers

Greg answered 3 years ago

Check to see if the Water Pump is leaking water, if it is, that's the problem. If Water Pump is not leaking, trace the leak to find out where the water is coming from.

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