Is it okay to try radiator stop leak?

Tiny
WILLIAM SPRINGFIELD
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  • 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
  • 3.4L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
It's leaking fluid but in a few different places but all of them are minimal. I have to add about a gallon a week.
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 AT 12:18 AM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

No, it is not. The additive does not fix anything at all. All it does is clog up the radiator and the heater core tubes causing circulation issues.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-is-leaking-coolant

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-flush-and-refill-all-cars

It is better to pressure test the system and repair the actual leak.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/radiator-pressure-test

Roy

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Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 AT 1:15 AM
Tiny
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Thanks for the reassurance that was my thought but wanted a second.
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 AT 3:00 AM
Tiny
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 AT 3:01 AM

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