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Pressure testing is a vital step in the process of repairing a vehicle which has overheated. By blanking off the waterways in the cylinder head and applying air at a pressure of 80 Psi, the water jacket can be tested for cracking and porosity.


5 Cyl Mercedes Ready for Testing
If a head shows any of the following symptoms then it is advised to have a pressure test before any additional work is carried out:

  • Pressurising of the water system
  • Mixing of oil and water (produces a brown sludge)
  • Loss of coolant but no visible defects in head gasket


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    Audi Quattro head
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