Hey Guys,

This has been going on for over a 1yr now, but is getting progressively worse. I filled the reservoir about 400-500 miles ago and it dropped over 1/2. The warning light illuminated earlier - it was over 90f in VA today. I rarely drive the car, there are no visible leaks underneath but it could be dripping on the splash guard.

I had the water pump replaced @ 110k and the car is currently at 145k. The system was pressure checked a few yrs back and passed. The oil looks fine and no contamination in the coolant reservoir. The car cools w/ no issues. The original head gasket was replaced under the factory warranty @ 52k. I swapped out the reservoir cap a month or so ago w/ a genuine replacement . I parked the car on an incline, cranked the heat up, and followed the proper procedure for burping the system. I believe the radiator is original..

I would be interested in hearing where you guys would start to trace the leak? Thanks!!

-Rob

have you checked the heater core?

Heater core?! I believe this part is located behind the dash w/ the evap. Correct?

I’m pretty sure my heater core is not the culprit. My car is not displaying any of the symptoms. The last time I ran the heat was a few months ago, but when I did there were no issues.

I can never wrap my head around why some choose to respond w/ the worst case scenario first?! I wish things were the opposite.

You’re right, the first thing I would of posted about is the passenger side carpet being soaked w/ any type of fluid. I make it a point to clean the drains annually on that side this time of year or there will inevitably be water flowing through the glove compartment. I’ve been there a few times in my ownership and now make it a point to stay on top of it!!

I topped off the coolant last night and burped the system. No apparent loss so far after driving today, it prob would be best to get the system pressure checked.

Thanks.