Coolant spraying everywhere under hood near engine block.
There's antifreeze spraying out underneath hood on left side of engine block ? What could this be and is there a temporary fix
My car has 276000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi there. If you’re having a large amount of coolant spraying under the left side of the engine of your Honda Accord, it’s most likely caused by a ruptured coolant line; possibly a bypass hose or the heater core hose. There is not a temporary fix for this issue that we’d recommend. The best thing to do is to locate the damaged coolant line and have a professional mechanic replace the coolant hose for you.
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You definitely have a leak somewhere in the cooling system. The reservoir is not where the leak is coming from and it isn`t the best place to check the coolant level. The coolant expansion tank is there to capture the expansion of the coolant in the rest of the system.
If you notice coolant on the ground where you park or are constantly needing to add additional coolant to the engine, there is a good chance you have a coolant leak. The cooling system in your car is complex and travels throughout the engine.
A cracked engine block can cause a range of problems. Ultimately, since the circulation system that cools the engine is comparatively fragile, a cracked engine block will lead to coolant leaking out of the area it is needed and leaving the engine to overheat.
You`ve just got a leak somewhere or the cap is faulty. Likely suspects are the hoses or the radiator itself where the tanks are crimped on the radiator or the plastic tanks give out eventually. You can either try to spot where the leak is to see or you can have a pressure test done to pin point where the leak is.
Corrosion within the radiator is one of the leading reasons that coolant leaks. As the tubes get older and weaker, you may get sediment or debris inside that causes a leak. The sealing gasket between the tank and the radiator can also wear out, and that could lead to a leak.
Engine oil is the most common type of fluid leak. If the puddle of liquid is towards the front of your vehicle, its source is probable the engine. Dip your finger or a piece of paper towel into the liquid. If it is engine oil, the fluid will be brown or black, slick to the touch, and have a slightly burnt odor.
There is an easy way to find out if your engine`s head gasket has blown. Simply check under the oil filler cap. If the gasket is not damaged, the inside of the oil cap will be mostly dry. If you discover a milky brownish-yellow substance that is similar to the thickness of a milkshake, you probably have a gasket leak.
Chances are you have either a radiator cap leak, internal coolant leak or an external coolant leak. The longer you wait the higher the coolant leak repair cost will be. Learn how to diagnose your antifreeze leak and learn what to do next.
The best way to seal a cracked block is to use BlueDevil Radiator and Block Sealer. BlueDevil Radiator and Block Sealer is a specially formulated sealing agent that you add to your vehicle`s cooling system.
Coolant Leaks
Oftentimes when the thermostat fails, it remains in its closed position. As the engine overheats, coolant will overflow out of the thermostat housing. This means that coolant leaking out of your engine could be a sign that your thermostat has gone bad.
When a thermostat malfunctions, it fails to open and close at the proper times. As a result of the unregulated airflow, it generates a bubble effect in the coolant reservoir or radiator.
Disconnect the top and bottom hoses from the radiator and attach a garden hose to the top hole. Turn on the hose to clear the clog. Put everything back together, add fresh coolant to the radiator, and fire up the car. Your car should be running smoothly now if a clog was indeed the problem.
But the reality is that coolant leaks are not only messy but can cause damage to parts in the engine bay if left unattended. Antifreeze can cause premature failure of parts it comes into contact with – serpentine belts, pulleys, and electrical components.
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No coolant in the reservoir. Seen low coolant message. I added 2 quarts of 50/50 coolant. Still getting the message. How much coolant doe it need?
ANSWER : Hi there. For the coolant light to go out, you would need to have the coolant between the low line and the full line for the light to go out. If the coolant is low and keeps on being low, then look for any signs of coolant leaks. You may have to use a coolant pressure tester to pressurize the reservoir to allow the leak to be found.
If you need further assistance with the coolant being low and the warning light being on, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.
Coolant spraying everywhere under hood near engine block.
ANSWER : Hi there. If you’re having a large amount of coolant spraying under the left side of the engine of your Honda Accord, it’s most likely caused by a ruptured coolant line; possibly a bypass hose or the heater core hose. There is not a temporary fix for this issue that we’d recommend. The best thing to do is to locate the damaged coolant line and have a professional mechanic replace the coolant hose for you.
I found a small puddle of coolant underneath my car. Today I opened the hood, and I see a puddle of coolant.
ANSWER : Hello, thanks for writing in. If you are finding puddles of coolant underneath your vehicle then there is likely a coolant leak somewhere on the engine. A few places that leaks can occur at are at the hoses, the water outlets, the water pump, and at the intake manifold. The most common, and usually simplest to service being the water outlets. I would carefully inspect the engine to see if you can determine where the leak may be coming form and go from there. In regards to your engine cover vibrating, it may be possible that the cover is loose and needs to be torqued down. If it does not use hardware to mount, then it may be possible that the mounting cushions are worn. If you would like help, consider having an expert automotive technician from YourMechanic come to your home or office to inspect and diagnose this issue for you, and make or suggest any repairs as needed.
Leaking coolant, dripping off engine block near oil filter. 2006 Dodge Ram 1500
ANSWER : Hi – yes, almost certainly this is the water pump bearing seal leaking. I would replace the water pump immediately. Modern water pumps have a remarkable ability to hold water right up to the instant they fail completely – resulting in overheating. I would recommend an immediate water pump replacement](https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/water-pump-replacement) by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come to your location, diagnose this problem, give you an accurate assessment of damage and cost estimate for repairs.
I took an engine from a 2002 Dodge Intrepid and put it in a 2000 Chrysler 300M do I need to leave the fuse block under the hood fr
ANSWER : Hi there. I wish we could really help you, but the reality is that this type of engine swap always has issues like you’ve described, but the fuse box is only one part of the issue you’re going to have to deal with.The main issue is due to the fact that the ECU and electrical system in the original vehicle does not connection correctly with the newer engine you have installed. Having engines link with the existing ECU happens about 50% of the time. The only way to resolve this problem is to contact a dealership, purchase a new ECU and have them program it to the new engine. In regards to the fuse box, replacing one from the vehicle, not the engine is best.
My engine coolant light is coming on and after hitting a pot hole my thermostat light pops on, and after a few miles car run hot
ANSWER : Hi there. It is quite possible that you may have damaged the radiator when hitting the pot hole. Although there are protective shields located under the radiator itself, they are typically very thin and made of plastic in most cases. Sometimes the quick impact can cause cracking along the base of the radiator. When this happens, coolant will leak rather quickly. I would recommend two things, first, stop driving the vehicle until this issue is repaired. Second, contact a professional mobile mechanic to complete a coolant leak inspection so they can pinpoint precisely what is causing the leak and what repairs will be needed. This will allow you to have an accurate estimate for repairs.
I put new coolant in my truck and as I was driving it started smoking and smelled like coolant and sprayed all over under my hood,
ANSWER : If you have a lot of pressure on your upper radiator, you have likely come across a thermostat issue. Did you put the wrong color of antifreeze in your truck? If you did, this is the problem, but I’d still suggest replacing the thermostat. If your hoses aren’t tight you may have a water pump problem, but this is less likely to be the issue. A certified YourMechanic technician can come to your location to inspect this issue with coolant and help you diagnose your vehicle.
Can front wheel drive car engine power rear wheel drive
ANSWER : Anything is possible with enough engineering. The changes you are looking at would take major structural changes and would definitely not be an easy job. You could possibly consult a manufacturing engineer to get more details on how this could actually be carried out and whether it would be feasible.