Q: My upper radiator hose is swollen and my cap is leaking slightly. I just recently tightened my valve cover and oil pan.

asked by on December 07, 2017

My upper radiator hose is swollen and my radiator cap is leaking slightly. The car is not overheating. Looking to find the cause of this issue. I just recently tightened my valve cover and oil pan.

My car has 175000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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