2003 Dodge Caravan steam/coolant burning smell

Tiny
NE4M
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  • 2003 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
I recently changed the thermostat on my 03 grand caravan (3.8). I am now getting the smell you get when coolant gets on the manifold. My wife is also reporting steam/smoke coming from the engine along w/ this smell. Radiator is complete full when cap is removed. Car is NOT running hot. Where do I look?
Saturday, January 9th, 2010 AT 4:41 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you just replaced the thermostat, recheck your work. Check to make sure the housing isn't leaking and the hoses are tight and not leaking.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Sunday, January 10th, 2010 AT 10:59 PM

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