luckypballer

I just finished replacing my Balancer, Timing cover, and water pump. Got it all put back together and the car runs great, except that it is leaking coolant. I couldn't pin-point the leak for hours then i noticed it. There is a little slit in the bottom of the timing cover i must have missed it with rtv or something, just wanted to know if this is a common problem and why in the hell is that thing even there?

mustang8719

The picture is a little blurry but that notch should be for if the pump fails.
You probably have a bad seal with the water pump.
I had the same thing happen before.Once I installed a new gasket all was good.

luckypballer

yeah, this thing is pissing me off like none other. Also is it common for a temp gauge to jump up and down. Because right now mine wont go above the M in normal but it constantly jump up and down

mustang8719

There might still be an air pocket somewhere.
Mine did that when it was low on coolant due to an air bubble.