Is this HGF?

[ninjaboy]

My cars had its mot today, during which the car boiled over there is still coolant in the tank which is red but it has lost a small amount. But the oil is extremely high in the sump which was ok before also the oil seems pretty clean.Is this HGF

[ninjaboy]

I've checked and can't see any water leaks or anything so i've topped up the coolant (about a cupful) and taken it for a drive and all seems ok water temprature and oil temp are about normal has it just overheated? please help cause i'm kaking myself now.

[andymadmak]

Might the coolant have been over filled?

K series are often tricky to check oil levels on . Let it settle overnight and check it cold in the morning to see if its still way too high. Also, when you take the dipstick out, wipe it, wait 30 secs before you put it back in and then remove again to take your reading.

HTH

Andy

Edited by andymadmak on Monday 30th April 22:21

[ninjaboy]

The coolant was ok because i do keep an eye on it, i've rechecked the oil and it still alittle high but only a little. I've had a look round the engine bay and can't find anything. Also i've taken it for a drive as and the temp for oil and water were normal as was the cars performance the only thing that bothers me is why it overheated with the fan working

[ninjaboy]

Anymore idea's? I've taken the car for a good run about 20 miles and the temp for oil and water seem ok as is performance. The coolant before was slightly above the lip on the tank. I'm still really worried though i think it might be time to get the Impreza

[wadgebeast]

If the head gasket had failed, there would be a smell of fuel in the water coolant and you should be able to see steam marks on the block where the gasket was leaking. Sounds as if you caught it in time to prevent the head warping and the gasket leaking.

It has been warm recently, it's a mid engine car and if you were idling for a long time while you did the MOT it's entirely possible that the fan just wasn't good enough to cool the radiator.

[esselte]

What state is the radiator in?Is it old and in need of replacing?