hear a wobley noise near the serpentine belt. Occasional loss of coolant. Top radiator hose easy to squeeze, and doesn't appear to be carrying water/antifreeze.
remove the belt and check for play in the water pump bearing. if there is, replace the pump, thermostat and flush the system.
if not, go to a shop to have the system pressure tested for the leak.
Roy
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