Posted on 6/27/2025
You’re parked in your usual spot and notice a small puddle of bright green or orange liquid under your car. Or maybe you’ve topped off your coolant once or twice recently and assumed it was nothing. If the leak seems minor and your car still runs, it’s easy to think you can put off repairs until later. But that could be a risky choice. Coolant is your engine’s primary defense against overheating. Even a small leak can lead to big problems if left unchecked. While your vehicle might seem fine for now, it’s running closer to a critical temperature threshold than you may realize. What Happens When You Lose Coolant Coolant flows through your engine and radiator, absorbing excess heat and maintaining the engine's proper operating temperature. When coolant levels drop due to a leak, the system becomes less efficient. Over time, even a minor leak can reduce the coolant level enough to cause hot spots in the engine or trigger the temperatur ... read more