1987 BMW 325 coolant problem

1987 BMW 325
190,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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LOLLY1
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I only drive my car twice a month.Last week I went out and there was a puddle under my car.I touched it and it felt and smelled like coolant.When I checked there was none there so I filled it up again.Drove it for a day or two with no problem.After not driving it for four days I went out and the puddle was there.Any idea what is goin on?.My car is always garaged but not for the last month.I live in California.Thanks
May 29, 2009 at 1:37 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

The first thing to do is get the cooling system pressure tested, this will locate any external coolant leaks, starthere.

mark (mhpautos)
May 29, 2009 at 3:09 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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I always agree with Mark, and you may have a water pump failing on you here, when was it replaced last? When was the timing belt last renewed?
May 29, 2009 at 3:59 PM
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