Q: I was told by a mechanic that I have a oil coolant housing leak after a $550.00 labor fee on a water pump and timing belt replacem
Leaking coolant and over heating. Car has heat. Replaced water pump and timing belt for $550.00. Now being told the leak is coming from the oil coolant housing. Was told job would cost $1,500.00 additional.
My car has 86000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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