2003 Cadillac CTS coolant reservoir

2003 CADILLAC CTS
53,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DONYUAL123
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My car over heated and sprayed coolant everywhere. The coolant didn't come from the hose to my radator, it came from a hose that's directly beside the cap of the reservoir. The hose is still attached but it's hanging now and I don't know where it goes so I have/had coolant pouring on the ground.[img:d1e8d18bd6]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/398261_DSC04833_1.jpg[/img:d1e8d18bd6]
Aug 19, 2009 at 9:39 AM
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FACTORYJACK
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If it is the convoluted tube you are holding, that is just an overflow that expells the coolant out. It is just what you see, a vent to atmosphere. You have an issue that is causing your car to overheat, it could be cooling fans, thermostat, or internal leakage.
Aug 20, 2009 at 12:44 AM
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