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Coolant steam and odor

Tiny
MBOB2772
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  • 2002 FORD WINDSTAR
  • 190,000 MILES
Had a coolant leak, got it fixed by a mechanic almost a week ago. I still get steam, and odor. I took it back they checked the pressure again and it checked okay. Is it normal for this to happen this long after. The mechanic said the leak was pretty bad, and there may be coolant in the insulation for the converter, and it may do this for a while. I'm not doubting his ability, but just wanted to be safe.
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Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 AT 2:13 PM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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Excess coolant should burn off in the first hour. Something is still wrong there and I would get a second opinion.
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Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 AT 3:20 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the reply. I have noticed that the coolant level has not dropped at all. It only does this when it is very cold out. What else could it be.
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Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 AT 3:31 PM
Tiny
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Keep checking level otherwise dont be too concerned.
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Wednesday, February 29th, 2012 AT 5:45 PM

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