Leak under hood after accident?

ANKINNA

MEMBER
2021 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
1.3L
4WD
AUTOMATIC
63,000 MILES

I was in an accident with front end damage. Immediately after the accident I noticed a leak under the front of my car. Whatever was leaking was coming from the front passenger corner of the car. It was clear and odorless. A tow truck driver said I busted the radiator, but it was off to the side and certainly did not look like coolant. My car is still drivable somewhat (reduced engine power).

Friday, October 18th, 2024 AT 3:27 AM

1 Reply

KEN L

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54,144 POSTS

It probably is coolant from the radiator which is orange or pink-colored and can be clear when on the ground. Here is a guide to help with the leak and I have included how to change out the radiator in the images below in case you want to fix it.

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

Wow, replacing the radiator in this car is no joke, they get 5 hours in the book and you need to vacuum down and recharge the A/C system. This video will help:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EqdrBVb0sY&t=55s

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