A coolant smell from the car engine bay often indicates a coolant leak, which could be due to a damaged radiator, hose, water pump, or a failing head gasket. Overheating can also cause coolant to evaporate, producing a noticeable odor. It's important to address this issue promptly, as low coolant levels can lead to engine overheating and serious damage. Regular inspections and maintenance can help prevent coolant-related problems.
Check your cabin air filter.
You add the coolant to the reservoir tank located on the passenger side of the engine bay. Run the engine a little. Top off as necessary. If the car's a North American model, the resevior tank is located on the drivers side of the engine bay.
If you are looking at the car from the front... The coolant expansion tank (where you add coolant/water) is a large white header tank on the left at the rear of the engine bay. It is to the immediate right of the offside suspension strut.
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The bigger your car, the more coolant you need to put in. The bigger your engine and car, the more coolant you need
Theres a leak. Probably a hose but could be radiator or heater core, water pump or engine core plug
The engine bay is the part of the car where the engine is.
If you mean engine coolant is getting into the car, the heater core is leaking coolant causing the coolant level to drop and that causes the engine to over heat.
An antifreeze smell inside the car typically indicates a coolant leak, which can occur due to a damaged radiator, worn hoses, or a faulty water pump. When coolant leaks, it can evaporate and produce a sweet, distinctive odor. Additionally, a malfunctioning heater core can also lead to coolant entering the cabin, causing the smell. It's essential to address any leaks promptly to prevent engine overheating and potential damage.
if you can smell antifreeze, you have an antifreeze leak somewhere. you need to clean engine then look for coolant . it will generally pool on ground under vehicle unless it is leaking onto engine and burning off. note that the coolant will run so you may have to trace back to the actual leak. check all coolant fittings, such as hoses and check area round water pump.