Hi everyone,
I had just purchased a 2001 2.5 V6 Freelander as a project car to fix up with my dad. The car has overheating problems and I'm currently in the process of finding the leak and replacing the thermostat and other things that needs to be looked at.
My main question is the strange brown liquid colour in the coolant system. After disconnecting the hoses that are attached to the thermostat unit and other connecting hoses, the brown liquid is everywhere instead of clear water or green/red coolant liquid. And the thermostat is absolutely covered in this.
I was told by the guy at the local parts store the cause could have been green coolant mixed with red. He also said the mix could lead to overheating issues but still not convinced.
The texture is thicker than water like oil. I'm thinking the engine oil may have got into the coolant system or vice versa.
Any thoughts from experienced Freelander owners please?
Leo
