I was able to drive it slowly to a gas station about 1 mile away.
I wasd able to reattach the hose using the clamp.
I let the engine cool, then proceeded to fill the radiator via the coolant overflow tank with a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water, roughly 1.5 gallons.
Iwas able to drive the car the 150 miles back to my home. Everyything seemed normal.
When I went to start it today, the "Check Engine" came on and stayed on. I drove it about 10 miles. The temp guage spiked again.
When I got home, I let the engine cool before adding more coolant.
When I went to start the car, the Check Engine light remained on and thick white smoke was pouring from my exhaust system. Also, the smell of burnt maple syrup was prevalent.
? How bad is this? Can I drive the car into a radiator shop, about 30 miles from my home to get it checked out? The nearest ROver Repair shop I trust is 200 miles away.
This is my only car and I have no one in the area to assist me.
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Friday, November 4th, 2011 AT 2:40 AM