2004 Hyundai Tiburon Coolant leak

2004 HYUNDAI TIBURON
110,000 MILES
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CIPRIMM23
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I drove home from work today (approx. 20 miles). I got home and turned the car off and notice steam coming from the front grill of the car. I could smell antifreeze as well. I popped the hood and found antifreeze sprayed all over the top of the radiator, along with some spatter on the engine. Where do I start/ what do I need to do to figure out where the leak is at?

Thank you.
Aug 6, 2013 at 4:15 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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You start by filling the system and finding the exact spot of the leak. You may have to pressure test it.
Aug 6, 2013 at 5:47 AM
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CIPRIMM23
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Ok, I lifted the hood and removed all the plastic covering that was over the radiator. I cleaned off the fluid that had sprayed out. I check the coolant and the radiator is full, reserve resevoir is a little less than half full. I started the car and let it run to build up pressure. Once the tempurature gage was showing normal, I checked the radiator for leaks. I found an inch long horizontal crack on the right top side of the radiator that was seeping fluid. What are my options?
Aug 6, 2013 at 11:07 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Replace the radiator
Buy a new car
Aug 6, 2013 at 11:15 AM