Coolant plays a very important role in how well your Porsche is able to operate. When the coolant is not able to reach the engine and all its different components, this can be dangerous while on the road. The engine must have this coolant to help it maintain a normal temperature while you are driving, and this may cause the engine to seize up and leave you stranded.
All car owners need to be on the lookout for a coolant leak in their car. When the coolant leaks out of your Porsche, whether it is through the thermostat housing or from another location, it can result in a lot of damage to the car. With the right maintenance and routine inspections of your Porsche by a trusted mechanic, it is much easier to avoid these problems while keeping the coolant in place.
How to Tell if the Thermostat Housing is Leaking
There are a few signs that a car owner can look for to determine if the thermostat housing is the main problem of your leaking coolant. Some of the symptoms that let you know that the thermostat is bad or failing includes:
- the temperature gauge starts to read really high and the engine overheats
- the temperature is changing in an erratic manner
- the coolant will leak around the thermostat housing or under the vehicle
If there is something wrong with the thermostat, it is likely to cause something to go wrong with the thermostat housing on your Porsche as well. Both of these need to be kept in good working order to ensure that coolant is not able to leak out and cause damage inside the engine as well.
Why is it bad for the coolant to leak?
Leaking coolant is never a good thing for your car. Without the proper amount of coolant, the engine and all its components may rub against each other, causing extreme heat from friction. This can literally melt steel and your engine’s components.
Every car owner needs to be aware of how much coolant is available in the car. Going without coolant for very long will cause damage to the engine. And when there is a coolant leak in the thermostat housing, it is going to result in your engine not getting the lubrication and cooling agent that it needs.
How to Fix a Coolant Leak from the Thermostat Housing
The best way to make sure that a coolant leak is fixed out of the thermostat housing is to visit with one of our qualified mechanics. They can take 
a good look at the thermostat housing and see whether this part is broken, leaking, or in need of repair or replacement. The part is relatively easy to fix, taking the mechanic less than 20 minutes to get done unless there is another problem in the car. You should get this component fixed before all the coolant leaks out and causes damage to the engine.
If possible, you should stick to a routine maintenance schedule, as per the Porsche manufacturer. You can check your owner’s manual to decide when the thermostat housing needs to be checked, per Porsche brand make and model.
One of our skilled mechanics will do an inspection and diagnostic test to determine whether the thermostat housing needs to be replaced. It is much better to fix a component of the thermostat housing ahead of time before any coolant can leak out and cause damage to your Porsche’s engine.
At DART Auto, we look forward to helping you with all routine service and maintenance on your Porsche. If you find yourself suspicious of any new or troublesome symptoms of trouble, please contact us right away to chat with one of our friendly technicians.
We are proud to serve the residents and surrounding communities of Englewood, Littleton, Centennial, and Denver, CO for all your car repair needs. When you need a coolant leak fixed, A/C repair, brake service, clutch replacement, or if you have transmission issues, our professional mechanics will get you back on the road quickly and affordably. Call us today to set up your appointment. We look forward to earning your repeat business.
