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Coolant Leak Detection

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How To Inspect Coolant Leak Engine Coolant Leak Fix Helpful Information Many points in a cooling system are able to develop leaks. Understanding the main physical components of the system helps. A leak in the heater core most often results in coolant on the front passenger-side floor. Most automobile antifreezes are either green, red, blue or yellow which are very toxic. Care must be taken when disposing of old coolant, the sweet odor can attract children and pets. When removing the old hoses be careful to not apply excess force to fragile components such as the radiator and heater core. Often cutting old coolant hoses vertically along the connection helps in the removal process. Best Practices To avoid cooling system problems change engine coolant on a regular basis (30k to 40k) to avoid a chemical decomposition which will create an acid that attaches cooling system components and gaskets. Visit - Engine coolant service, Visit -Coolant information Always check coola...