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1999 Volkswagen Cabrio

Question: Leak NOT oil

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Vis, Gasoline, Gilbert, AZ, May 26, 2009, 00:12

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Just bought this in March had it checked by VW, said all was fine except front wheels? So I bought it. Have not driven it much may 200 miles since March. Noticed a puddle under the right front area? Thought it was just from the AC. Wiped it up Friday and now it's back again? Looks pinkish a little oily? Did I make a BIG mistake? VW should be liable. What could it be? TX

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  matte May 26, 2009, 17:30
  

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  It's going to be really hard to say that they are liable unless you can get a professional to say that there is evidence that the condition was pre-existing. That's probably tough.

  As for the fluid, RepairPal's got an article on fluid leaks: http://repairpal.com/car-fluid-leaks-what-to-do
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  spyder May 27, 2009, 13:09
  

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  That is exactly how a leaking coolant pump becomes evident.......
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