Use Leak Detection Powder To Pinpoint Leaks (ASN0304-03)

2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Use Leak Detection Powder To Pinpoint Leaks (ASN0304-03)
Publication date: 2004-03-01
Reference number: ASN0304-03

USE LEAK DETECTION POWDER TO PINPOINT LEAKS

USE LEAK DETECTION POWDER TO PINPOINT LEAKS

HONDA SERVICE NEWS

Reference Number(s): HSN0304-03, Date of Issue: 
HONDA: All Models
CATEGORY: Honda Service News
APPLIES TO: All Models

SERVICE INFORMATION

Heres a cool product that works great for pinpointing fuel, oil, coolant, or other fluid leaks. Its Met-L-Chek D-70 Developer. This product is a highly absorbent, powder-like coating that pinpoints leaks by changing color when it soaks up any liquid.

Fig 1: View Of D-70
G00229484Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

To apply D-70, clean the affected area with contact cleaner, then dry it completely. Apply a thin, even film of D-70, then apply pressure to the system, and wait for the leak to appear.

You can get this product from

Met-L-Chek Company 

1639 Euclid Street 

Santa Monica, CA 90404 

Phone: 310-450-1111 

Fax: 310-452-4046 

E-mail: info@met-l-chek.com 

You can also visit their Web site at www.met-l-chek.com  to learn more about their products.

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.