2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Turn Heat On Car Smell Antifreeze About Minute Stop

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when i turn my heat on in the car i can smell antifreeze for about a minute then stop. then i hear water sound under the dash board.
Feb 27, 2013 at 6:06 PM
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you need a new heater core ,the sound of water indicates a restriction in the core itself,but the odor of antifreeze indicates a leaking heater core.so both of you symtoms indicate heater core issues= you need a new heater core.
Feb 27, 2013 at 7:01 PM
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