What does it mean if your coolant keeps leaking?
A coolant/antifreeze leak can occur for a variety of reasons, including a blown radiator hose, a bad hose clamp, warped head gasket, or the most common reason, a foreign object kicked up by the truck in front of you penetrating the radiator itself.
Why is my bike dripping coolant?
The most common reason a motorcycle leaks coolant is because of a loose radiator hose. This is usually caused by the connection between the hose and radiator/engine not being tight enough. More commonly there is a metal clamp at each end of the hose to keep it fastened in place.
Is it normal for coolant to leak from the bottom?
Coolant may leak from a car for a number of reasons. The most common are: radiator corrosion; a damaged coolant hose; or a water pump with a leaky gasket. Unless you have mechanical expertise, if you spot a coolant leak you should take your car to your garage. Water around the exhaust suggests exhaust condensation.
Can I still drive my car with a coolant leak?
If there’s a leak, coolant will be lost. Coolant is used to remove heat from the engine by transferring heat through a series of coils. It’s best to avoid driving your car if you have a coolant leak because an overheating engine is an unsafe engine!
Why am I losing coolant but no leaks?
When you are losing coolant but no leak is visible, several parts could be the guilty party. It could be a blown head gasket, a fractured cylinder head, Damaged cylinder bores, or a manifold leak. It could also be a hydraulic lock.
What happens if you don’t fix a coolant leak?
Loss of coolant can cause your car to overheat, which can easily lead to a breakdown. If you drive with no coolant to help keep the engine functioning properly, you can blow the head gasket. This is a far more expensive repair than just fixing the original leak. As a result, your car will be in the shop for a few days.
