1996 BMW 740 anti freeze smell when heater is on

Tiny
MARKOF.SPER
  • MEMBER
  • 1996 BMW 740
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 15,700 MILES
Only when I use the defrost, I smell anti-freeze coming out of the vents, the car has a new water pump and thermostat, hoses, and belts. No leaks of any kind detected. Thank you
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 AT 3:45 PM

1 Reply

Tiny
MHPAUTOS
  • MECHANIC
  • 31,937 POSTS
Hi there,

I would have the cooling system pressure tested hot with the heater on, as I feel that with the smell of coolant in the cabin, you may well have a small leak in the heater core, best to check this out.

Mark (mhpautos)
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 AT 5:17 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Sponsored links