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Question: Coolant smell

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Wokon, Glen Cove, NY, November 04, 2009, 11:58
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When the heater is turned on, a strong coolant smell can be detected in the passenger compartment

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    lawrenceg November 04, 2009, 12:14
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    Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but this is a sign that your heater core is leaking. This is a big job which will require removal of the dashboard, which can be around $600 - $700! If you have A/C, the system will need to be evacuated and recharged too, so it may be even more.

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