Smell coolant

Asked by Jade Aug 05, 2019 at 06:09 PM about the 1998 Ford Expedition 4 Dr XLT 4WD SUV

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

The reservoirs full, no leaks on the ground. Temperature is
fine. But I smell coolant when I step out of my truck. But
only on the passenger's side

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Might be a tiny leak in the heater core. Any leaked coolant could be draining via the heater box condensation drain when the vehicle is being driven, thus no puddle in the driveway. A cooling system pressure test might indicate any leaks, you can rent (or even borrow) the test equipment from some auto parts stores.

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