Ford Fiesta Coolant header tank replacement

[BazzaS]

I've a 2010 Fiesta 1.6 TDI with a small leak from the coolant header tank. I do not trust "sealants" and wish to replace this tank.
I'd be very grateful for any advice on how to go about this.
Thanks

 

[Burnerman]

Its maybe a good idea to have the new tank with you to see where the securing bolts are, but to remove the pipes you squeeze the ends of the pipes firmly between finger and thumb over the squares - and gently ease them off.
Replace the lost antifreeze with a 50% mix of the genuine stuff.
John

 

[woofdog]

only two 10mm bolts on teh tank if I remember rightly.. drain the bottom hose from the rad and then remove the header tank and pipes, but remember there will still be coolant in the pipes you dont want to be dropping it on your paintwork!