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Over time your radiator hoses can build up with deposits of old stale water and coolant. Regular maintenance and radiator flush can reduce the problem but not eradicate it, as there is always going to be impurities in the water and coolant.
When hoses get old and used they become soft, the pressure of the cooling system can cause them to burst without warning and show no signs of a problem till your temperature begins to rise and you see puddles of water on the road you have just driven.
It is recommended that you change the upper and lower radiator hose every 60,000 kms this will ensure constant cooling and reduce the chance of holes appearing in your cooling system which could lead to over heating problems which in turn can cause many expensive problems such as oil and water contamination leading to a blown head gasket, and replacement of radiator and heater hoses.
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