Water Leak

[John235]

Hi, guys. I have a bad leak on my 08 plate TDCI. It is coming from a metal pipe about 12mm diameter, that is at the back of the engine, hidden in amongst the manifold plumbing.
Does anybody know the easiest way to get at this pipe to replace it?
It would also help to know what this pipe is for, so I can identify it to get a replacement

[Piglet]

which one, there are a few.

[John235]

Don't actually know which pipe. I only saw it while it was up on a ramp at the garage. Problem is, the van is in Worcester, I am in Cumbria!
Does anybody have any pics of the rear of the engine?

[John235]

Problem solved. There is a metal pipe, runs around the engine, diappears underneath/behind the manifold are. Only a pin-hole showing, but the water was pouring out!
Pipe now replaced and everything appears to be back to normal. At least, it got me home last night, and did not overheat or use any water!

[Piglet]

Think I know the one, gets right in the way when dropping the gearbox for the clutch.
Doesn't sound like the coolant has been changed as often as it could have been though.
Well done for sorting it.