Coolant Leak I saw steam coming from the radiator?

2013 HONDA CIVIC
114,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SHEHAK SHAH
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Some days when i was driving normally with full coolant level and parked the car suddenly i saw steam coming from the radiator and checked that the radiator hose was cracked and was splashing coolant. After that i went to a workshop which was 1 mile away and parked there and the mechanic opened the hood and said that the car was heating due to low coolant but didn't overheat that i must say. After that i replaced the hose and filled new coolant and it's good to go. My question is this that this is the first time it happened and i acted quickly is my engine okay as i am curious??
Mar 21, 2023 at 1:00 PM
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Yep, you did good by noticing the coolant leak and the overheating, you saved your engine, and you should be okay, keep an eye on it over the next few days to be sure. This guide should help you tell if there was any engine damage:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/recognizing-the-symptoms-understanding-a-blown-head-gasket-in-your-vehicle

Please go over these guides and report back.
Mar 21, 2023 at 1:16 PM
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