What do I have to replace? It also is not starting. I think it is because Chicago has had below zero weather for the past two days. The headlights go on and so does the radio, so I don't think its the battery...
2006-12-09 03:26:09 · 6 answers · asked by ting_tang21 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You likely have several problems. The antifreeze leak could be do to hoses or if there is no puddles on the ground it chould a blown headgasket. If this is the case, the engine will still start but it will run very badly for a short time then settle down as it warms up.
If you had mostly water in your cooling system it is possible a freeze plug is popped. These are installed to keep the engine block from cracking in extreme cold. Eitherway, someone should look at it.
2006-12-09 03:33:18 · answer #1 · answered by Archer Christifori 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on where the leak is at. You need to find it before you can decide how to "fix" it. I put "fix" in quotes, because none of these recommendations are going to be real, permanent fixes, but they can help you for a while.
If the leak is in the radiator, there is a product you can buy at AutoZone or O'Reiley's Automotive shops that is called BarsLeak - you pour it directly into the radiator, and when the engine is running it gets circulated around to plug up the leak.
If the leak is in a radiator hose - wrap the hose a few times (around the leak) with duct tape.
If the leak is from the water pump or a water pump seal, you need to get to a professional mechanic fast or you just might end up ruining your engine.
2006-12-09 03:34:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might be your alternator. As for your radiator leak, there is a product called "Bars Leaks" that you can buy at any gas station that will at least provide a band-aid.
2006-12-09 03:29:08 · answer #3 · answered by Terri A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pour antifreeze in the radiator. and if it looses it fast then you will need a new rad, but check for the puddle under the car and closely examine the hose. it would be near where it connects. and the hose could have cracked/
2006-12-09 03:31:19 · answer #4 · answered by tralw2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a product called stop leak. You can also call around to your local junk yards and get a radiator very inexpensive.
2006-12-09 03:32:23 · answer #5 · answered by tln9111 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lay a big piece of card board under the car,and the next day it will show you where its coming from.
2006-12-09 05:45:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋