Smoke coming from driver's side of the engine

Tiny
BOBBYMO21
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  • 1998 CADILLAC DEVILLE
  • 4.3L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 112,000 MILES
Had it running for about 15 minutes this morning and I noticed some smoke coming from the left (drivers) side of the engine. I also lose coolant from my reservoir overflow. I'm wondering if a bad water pump could be the cause. I know these engines are known for the gasket/bolt problems, but I'm trying to eliminate all other possibilities before diving into that one.
Saturday, February 13th, 2021 AT 5:09 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
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Hi,

If you are losing coolant, chances are it is a hose. Here is what I suggest. Open the hood and start the engine. See if you can tell approx where the smoke is coming from. Do that and let me know.

Here is a link that you may find helpful with the coolant leak:

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

If you can get a pic of where the smoke is coming from and upload it, it will help me.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe
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Saturday, February 13th, 2021 AT 7:44 PM

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