Collapsed Radiator Hose Caused by Bad Coolant Reservoir Cap

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If you hear cracking noise when you start your vehicle check your radiator hose, maybe you have a problem with your coolant reservoir cap.

[@ARTACELIS]

Also, check your radiator cap. When I checked it, my cap was rusty, the spring was stiff, and I cracked the seal. I installed a new one, and the hoses are back to normal.

[@BruceLeef]

I just replaced water pump thermostat and new coolant reservoir.. and this just happened.. could a failed bleed cause this issue other than a bad cap .. because mine is brand new.. 🙏 🆘

[@AJourneyOfYourSoul]

I think you run about 120k miles a year?
Are you changing out the coolant bottle or hoses on a regular basis or just waiting until they show a problem?

[@VasylGladun]

It's actually closer to 150k a year. Not sure if it's smart, but I'm "why fix it if it's not broken" kind of guy.

[@mannydircio2210]

I replaced my cap and hoses and it’s still doing it what should I do

[@tengzturiagaiii3185]

Is it really the reservoir cap is the fault for collapsed hoses. Mine collapsed on the bottom hose. Pls help. Thanks

[@VasylGladun]

If you open the cap and hose goes back to normal then yes, cap is your problem. That's of course if you're not low on coolant

[@tengzturiagaiii3185]

I jacked up the car from driver side added coolant. I would say about a glass full low. Last night still got a bit of a collapsed. But not as flat i would say.

[@MonsterM0E420]

@@tengzturiagaiii3185is it not blowing heat either. My lower hose goes flat when giving it gas