What to Do if the Roewe 550 Intake Manifold Leaks Coolant?
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If the Roewe 550 intake manifold is leaking coolant, it is recommended to repair the engine's leakage point as soon as possible. Common points where the engine may leak coolant include: 1. The thermostat in the cooling system has malfunctioned; 2. The upper and lower hoses in the cooling system have aged; 3. The engine's water pump has failed, causing coolant leakage; 4. The engine's cylinder gasket has malfunctioned, leading to coolant leakage. The Roewe 550 is a compact sedan under SAIC Motor, featuring a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. In terms of body dimensions, it measures 4648mm in length, 1827mm in width, and 1483mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2705mm. For power, the vehicle is equipped with a 1.8L naturally aspirated engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
I've been driving my Roewe 550 for five or six years, and last week I suddenly noticed the engine temperature skyrocketing. Upon inspection, I found coolant leaking near the intake manifold. At first, I thought it was a minor issue. I immediately went online to research and discovered that this was likely due to a worn-out cylinder head gasket or cracked seals. This is not something to take lightly—coolant leaking into the intake system can damage spark plugs or even cause cylinder scoring. I quickly topped up the coolant as an emergency measure but avoided driving on the highway, only making short trips to the repair shop. The mechanic replaced the entire gasket, which took most of the day and cost me over 2,000 RMB. The lesson here is to regularly check the cooling system during maintenance and replace the coolant every 20,000 kilometers to prevent sealing issues.
