Sudden Coolant Discharge

[SuperG]

I have not detected any leaks, but the other day, the engine was getting a little warmer than normal. After I parked for about half an hour, I returned to see a small puddle of coolant on the ground.

What can cause that?

 

[coltpython]

hey.. me too.. same freakin thing. must be the colder weather or something.. LOL. (sry, can't help you yet, haven't figured out the prob myself)

 

[sdpatt]

Was the puddle under the radiator? The rubber end tank seals are notorious for leaking when cold. You can get a replacement radiator for less than $150 from many sources. Even for as little as $100 from some. Shop around.

 

[jdh00]

How old is your radiator cap? I had mine spit out coolant after I parked it last fall. Come to find out my cap wasn't releasing pressure due to corrosion. Just another thing to think about...

 

[SuperG]

Actually, guys...it was almost 100 F outside. I sat in highway traffic a little longer than I normally do. Since then (about a week ago) I have not had the same problem.

As you look through the windshield from the driver's seat, i would say the leak was slightly right of center, very close to the front.

The entire cooling system is about 2 years old. Could I have had too much coolant?

 

[snowwind1990]

SuperG,
I suggest you replace the t-stat if it is 2 years old, along with the temp. sensor., and you may need a rad. flush if it has been that long.

IMHO.....2 years and no probs. in Houston temps?? You are doing real good.

Ma Ma M

<small>[ October 08, 2002, 08:11 AM: Message edited by: snowwind1990 ]</small>