Radiator fluid smell

Tiny
ROSIE32
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  • 1998 HONDA CRV
  • 4 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
If I have my vents on in my car, I get a smell of radiator fluid coming through the vents after a while. If my air/heater isnt on, I don't smell it. I also smell it when I get out of my car coming through the hood.
Sunday, November 28th, 2010 AT 1:18 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Sounds like the heater core is leaking
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Sunday, November 28th, 2010 AT 1:21 AM
Tiny
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Check the radiator top for cracks, it could be cracked and leaking coolant.
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Friday, December 3rd, 2010 AT 7:28 AM

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