How can i tell if my van has a blown freeze plug or plugs

Asked by Evanpagay Dec 14, 2016 at 03:38 PM about the 2001 Chevrolet Astro LS Extended AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

How can i tell if my Chevy Astro van has a blown
freeze plug

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When coolant pours right out of the engine block. A freeze plug "caps" the water jacket, where holes were left from the casting process. If you have one blown out, you'd lose all your coolant pretty quick.

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