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2008 Dodge Caravan steam that smells like coolant

Tiny
CARLKRAUSE
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  • 2008 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 3.9L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 236,000 MILES
Coolant level keeps going low, Steam smells like coolant from under the hood, no visible leaks. Upper radiator hose is warm to the touch.
Tuesday, October 14th, 2014 AT 8:41 AM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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You will have to pressure test the cooling system to find the leak. You may be able to rent/borrow a pressure tester from the local auto parts store.
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Tuesday, October 14th, 2014 AT 8:53 AM
Tiny
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Thanks, I have it booked into a shop for tomorow. Just wanted to have a heads up so I dont go into this blind.
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Tuesday, October 14th, 2014 AT 9:28 AM

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