Why do I smell coolant burning?
It might be coming from a leaky radiator cap or the radiator itself, especially if you smell it outside the car. The heater itself could be broken causing a burning smell from the antifreeze that is leaking into the heater vents. You can also have parts of the heater core itself melt which causes a burning smell.
What makes a car smell like antifreeze but not overheating?
The liquid has to be a 50/50 mix of water and ethylene glycol. It travels from the engine to radiator through a special hose. It redistributes the heat away from the engine to save it from damage due to overheating.
How can I tell if my car is leaking coolant?
It drains out the coolant very quickly and there is likely to be a puddle of coolant under the vehicle, so the problem is easy to spot. You will be able to find the leak just by observing the radiator and the hose. Coolant external leak.
What does it mean when your car does not overheat?
When the engine does not overheat despite you detect a sweet smell inside the car, it means that you still have a chance to fix the problem without spending much. It indicates the early stage of coolant leakage, but the car will start getting overheated if you keep driving.
Are there any problems with the 2009 Nissan Murano?
Thanks in advance. We own a 2009 Nissan Murano SL bought new and the head gasket cracked leaking fluids and emitting a strong smell of coolant. We have had a few unpleasant repairs, new brakes at 30,000]
What should I do if my Murano radiator is leaking?
Keep a very close eye on your temperature gauge and coolant level. If enough coolant leaks out, your Murano will run hot or overheat. Repairing or replacing the radiator should be considered an absolute priority. Here are the most common symptoms of a leaking radiator:
Why are the tires on my Nissan Murano bad?
Due to the car not being aligned, the tires are bad at 15000 miles and Nissan could care less. The 20 inch tires $1200 for a set of four. Third and last Nissan.
Where is the coolant in the radiator when there is no leak?
There’s a COLD/MIN label on the tank indicating the ideal antifreeze level when the engine is cold. The coolant in the radiator should be just below the filler neck. When you are losing coolant but no leak is visible, several parts could be the guilty party.