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Is it okay to drive a car to an auto shop less than 2 miles away when your car has been leaking coolant?
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∙ 20y ago
If it is in the winter make sure the radiator is full of water with antifreeze before starting the car. If this leak is not too severe it should be ok to drive a couple of miles to a mechanic.
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