Leaking radiator TSB - Diesel Forum

skippydoo · 06-27-2008, 04:40 PM

I just got my radiator for my 08 replaced again (4th one!) For those who take their truck in for a leaking rad make sure the dealer knows ford has a tsb for adding a venturi ??? The radiator must not be changed without the added venturi.

ductit · 06-28-2008, 01:47 AM

Sorry to be dumb, but what the heck is that?? I just found that my second radiator is leaking now and have an appointment for monday. I want to know what this venturi is so I don't look like an idiot at the dealership. Thanks!!
Dean-o

Gofasterdammit · 06-30-2008, 08:41 PM

There is no official TSB yet. All it is is a T fitting and a rubber plug. The plug goes over the top nipple on the degas bottle, the T fitting is spliced into the hose that goes from the lower degas bottle nipple to the vertical EGR cooler, with the other part of the T going to the radiator. It's supposed to equalize cooling system pressure.

ductit · 07-01-2008, 12:16 AM

I drop the truck off this morning at 7. At first the said it would be done by the middle of the afternoon but called later and told me they had to finish it tomorrow morning.(Fine by me) He did mention something about a a valve that needed to needed to be installed. I guess this is what he was talking about. Thanks for the reply!!

bowstring · 07-08-2008, 08:55 AM

Well mine started a drip of anti freeze once and a while, after looking its not coming from the radiator but up above the surpentine belt on the drivers side,very slite and a drip now and then. Anyone else have this?