Practice question
A cooling system pressure test shows the system loses pressure steadily with no external leaks visible. What does this indicate?
- An internal head gasket leak allowing coolant to escape into the combustion chamber or oil passages
- A faulty radiator cap that is not holding pressure
- Air trapped in the cooling system causing false pressure readings
- A crack in the coolant reservoir allowing evaporation
Answer: A — An internal head gasket leak allowing coolant to escape into the combustion chamber or oil passages
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