I have to add about a gallon a week.

2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
150,000 MILES • 3.4L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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WILLIAM SPRINGFIELD
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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.
Nov 18, 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

Nov 18, 2020 at 1:15 AM
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WILLIAM SPRINGFIELD
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Thanks for the reassurance that was my thought but wanted a second.
Nov 18, 2020 at 3:00 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Roy
Nov 18, 2020 at 3:01 AM
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