How can I stop coolant from leaking into my car?
BlueDevil Pour-N-Go is the best sealing agent for stopping a leak in your heater core. When your car is cool, add BlueDevil Pour-N-Go directly to your radiator for best results. Next time you drive your car, Pour-N-Go will be circulated through your cooling system by your vehicles water pump.
Where is the coolant coming from in my car?
Check to see if that drain is disconnected or clogged. The last thing you can check is to see if it really is water, or if it is an antifreeze leak coming into your car. Antifreeze runs through your heater core which usually sits somewhere behind or under your dashboard, many times on the passenger side.
How can I tell if my car heater is leaking antifreeze?
To check if you have an antifreeze leak and not water, dab some up with a white cloth. If it is green, smells sweet or has a slimy feel it’s probably antifreeze. Some other possible indications you need to stop a leak in the heater core:
When do you have a coolant leak in your car?
Coolant leaks are serious business any time of the year. That is, even though coolant is commonly called antifreeze, it is essential year-round. Therefore, if you have a car leaking coolant, you must take the leak seriously. Fortunately, finding a coolant leak may not be as difficult as you may think.
What causes coolant to leak from the hood?
Coolant may move through many different hoses under your vehicle’s hood. If one of these hoses develops a crack or hole, coolant may leak. Hoses in your vehicle’s cooling system must connect to different components. Some connections may have hose clamps, while others may attach on their own.
Can a damaged radiator cause a coolant leak?
A Damaged Heater Core Your heater core is essentially a small radiator that disperses heat into your vehicle’s passenger cabin. While you cannot see the heater core, it may develop a coolant leak. If it does, fluid may accumulate in the plastic housing on the bottom of the heater core.
What happens when the coolant level warning light comes on?
If the light comes on, it’s cause for serious concern. The consequences of a low coolant level can include overheating and the destruction of your engine. Repair shops have extensive experience with cooling system issues, and can resolve any issues you are having. Unless the solution is a simple one, don’t try to fix it yourself.