Car Leaking Water: What to Do | Car Care Tips

Have you noticed your car leaking water? If so, then it’s important to know the reasons behind water leaking from under your car. Typically, it’s not a cause for concern. For example, your air conditioning creates condensation when in use, so it’s completely normal to see small puddles of water near the back of the engine compartment. If you notice your car leaking water near the tailpipe, on the other hand, then it may be exhaust condensation. Still, there are instances where something more serious is at play when you see water leaking from under the car. Find out what to do about a car leaking water in this guide from the service team at Jim Hudson Ford.

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Cause of Car Leaking Water

What causes water leaking from under the car? Consider the following:

Place a sheet of paper where the leak is happening to determine whether it is in fact water leaking from under the car. If blue, green, or yellow fluid appears on the paper, then it’s likely coolant and not water. You will want to schedule service with Jim Hudson Ford near Columbia as soon as possible to address this issue.
If there are significant puddles of water near your exhaust, then it’s possible that a blown gasket is causing coolant to burn along with fuel. You may also notice white smoke streaming from the exhaust pipe.
Did you add water to your windshield wiper fluid reservoir? If so, then it’s possible that the water froze, expanded, and caused the plastic container to crack. A leak from the windshield wiper fluid reservoir typically occurs near the front wheels.

If you determine that the cause of your car leaking water is anything other than condensation, then you’ll want to visit Jim Hudson Ford.

What Fluid Is Leaking From Under the Car?

If the fluid leaking from under the car isn’t clear, then it certainly isn’t leaking water. Below are some fluid colors and their source:

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

Visit Jim Hudson Ford Near Irmo For Auto Service

Get in touch with Jim Hudson Ford if you have any questions about why your car is leaking water or how to keep your car seats clean. Our team is happy to help drivers from the Chapin area with all of their automotive service needs!

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Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, and license fees. ‡Vehicles shown at different locations are not currently in our inventory (Not in Stock) but can be made available to you at our location within a reasonable date from the time of your request, not to exceed one week.