geraldabey

To lady_jay's query, these tips are for emergencies only. You need to find the coolant leak otherwise you may cause expensive damage to your engine. External leaks usually show signs of water corrosion or antifreeze staining - you will need a powerful torch and a small mirror for awkward spots. For anything except a visual inspection wait until the engine cools to avoid burns. If the loss of colant is minor you can drive home without the radiator pressure cap (on the radiator itself, not the expansion tank) -reduced pressure will reduce leakage but keep a close eye on the temperature gauge and stop frequently to top up with water. Not recommended for long journeys because of 'hotspots' and possibility of leak increasing. Gerald