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Engine Cooling
Leak
I have to add about a gallon a week.
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.
Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 AT 12:18 AM
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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
WILLIAM SPRINGFIELD
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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
ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.
Always glad to help.
Roy
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