Why is My Car Leaking Water?

Is water coming from your vehicle? In most cases, there isn’t a serious issue. The AC system in your car creates condensation whenever it’s activated. It’s also normal to see small puddles of water near the back of your engine compartment. You might also notice water near the tailpipe, which is probably exhaust condensation.

However, Warren drivers who see fluids that aren’t water leaking from under their car will want to schedule service immediately. The service technicians at Apostolakis Honda are here to walk you through potential diagnoses so you can drive confidently.

Finding the Cause of Your Car Leaking Water

Boardman Honda owners can follow these steps if water is leaking from under their car:

• Put a sheet of paper under the leak. Fluids that aren’t water will show a color on the paper. If you see blue, green, or yellow, it’s most likely coolant.
• If a lot of water is coming from your exhaust, it might be a blown gasket. This causes coolant to be burned along with fuel and will have large amounts of water and white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe.
• Coolant is easy to spot because of its color, but you should also check the level to make sure it’s not low. You should get a lack of coolant fixed immediately.
• It might be that the leak is coming from a cracked windshield wiper fluid reservoir. This might happen if you use water in your windshield wiper fluid. The water will freeze in the reservoir, expanding and causing the plastic container to break. You can recognize windshield wiper fluid by its light blue or light green hue. You’ll find a windshield wiper fluid leak by the front tires.

If you initially suspect water leaking from under your car but find that one of the above causes is the issue, the team at Apostolakis Honda would love to help you out near Youngstown.

What Fluid is Leaking from Your Car?

If you place a sheet of paper underneath your vehicle and the leaking fluid isn’t clear, something other than water is leaking from it. This guide will make it easy to figure out what the fluid is:

• Red – Transmission Fluid or Power Steering Fluid
• Orange – Transmission Fluid or Radiator Coolant
• Yellow – Radiator Coolant
• Green – Antifreeze from Water Pump, Hoses, or Radiator
• Blue – Windshield Wiper Fluid
• Dark Brown – Brake Fluid or Older Engine Oil
• Light Brown – Newer Engine Oil or Gear Lubricant
• Pink – Power Steering Fluid or Transmission Fluid

Apostolakis Honda Will Meet Your Service Needs

Whether your car is leaking water or another fluid, we’re here to help you with all your service needs. Our professionals in Cortland are certified by Honda, meaning they’re the best people for the job. Check out our service and parts tips to become a more informed Honda owner or contact our service specialists to have your questions answered.