coolant fluid leak out back of engine

[sduran24]

so my 2000 explorer XLS overheated on my wife today, i went to where she turned it off and noticed it was low on coolant fluid, i filled it up and had her start it and drive home, when we got home it started pissin all over the driveway. i peaked through the wheel well and saw it squirting out the back of the engine, problem is I cant see exactly where it is coming from. Is there a hose that comes out the back approximately where the head meets the block, if not I just hope the block is not cracked in the back. any help will be appreciated

 

[swshawaii]

If you have the 4.0 SOHC V6, check the lower thermostat housing for leaks.
Remove the throttle body cover and use a flashlight and mirror. Very common.

http://bengrosser.com/howto/fordthermostat/

 

[sduran24]

thnx

first of all thanks alot. so that is back of the engine? i will look in the morning for sure thanks. what part of Hawaii? My sister lives in Maui.

 

[sduran24]

it is the 4.0 OHV

 

[swshawaii]

Sorry, not familiar with the OHV. Use the '95-'01 "Search This Forum" box on the right.
Most auto parts stores rent coolant pressure test kits with a fully refundable deposit.
Call around for availability. BTW, I live on the island of Oahu in Kailua. Good luck!

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=100