Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

[Tony Stott]

Hi all
Someone tell me the recommended radiator cap pressure for the above lump!, mine's on its way out, but there is no discernable pressure marked - Haynes in uk I'm in France!

[scott h]

Re: Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

My Sierra Haynes manual says this. Expansion tank cap pressure. 12.0 to 15.7 psi. 0.85 to 1.10 bar.

[danny_nelson]

Re: Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

The above is correct, most common 13lb.

[Tony Stott]

Re: Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

Thanks guys, used some wet and dry on it, traces of 10psi , so i'll try 13 see if there is a difference, however the current one is on its way out!

[Sportster-Green]

Re: Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

the higher the pressure, the higher the boiling point of the coolant.

[cameronfurnival]

Re: Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

what's wrong with the current one? Is it leaking/ overflowing?

[Tony Stott]

Re: Pinto 2.0 sohc engine, rec cooling system pressure

Just thought 10psi a bit low and the cap is on its way out, 13psi more appropriate!