1996 Chevy Cavalier Leaks Antifreeze

Tiny
96CAVZ24
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  • 1996 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 120,000 MILES
Its kinda seems like it coming from the heater hoses from the housing of it. I first started smelling in through the vents and after I parked it was leaking. It has all the origanal hoses on it so I think ill start by replacing those. But I want to know what you all think it could be.
Monday, February 23rd, 2009 AT 2:13 PM

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Tiny
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Have system pressure tested to pinpoint leak. The smell of coolant inside is probably a leaking heater core.

While I would also replace the hoses, have the system pressure tested, and you will probably have to change heater core.
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Tuesday, February 24th, 2009 AT 9:32 AM

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