Coolant is being sprayed in front by the radiator

1996 FORD EXPLORER
170,000 MILES • 4.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISTOPHER PENA
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Hello, for some reason my SUV is spraying coolant everywhere in front by the radiator. however, there is no leak to be found. Someone is saying head gasket. but I do not know.
Nov 26, 2016 at 10:06 AM
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JOHNNY G.JR
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Make sure engine has cooled down first .get a pressure tester from auto parts store install on radiator pump it up and look for leaks with engine not running.
Nov 26, 2016 at 10:14 AM
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CJ MEDEVAC
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Yep,

Do what Johnny G.jr suggested.

Say to yourself,

This is going be something simple.

The radiator fluid is probably spraying out of a pinhole in a hose and landing up here.

Keep us posted on your findings!

The Medic
Nov 26, 2016 at 10:50 AM
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