Why is My Car Leaking Water?

Is your car leaking water as you make your way around Wellington? More often than not, leaking water is usually nothing serious. However, issues should be addressed to ensure it doesn’t create additional car problems. In some cases, your car’s air conditioning system creates condensation when it’s activated. Your tailpipe can create exhaust condensation as well, though that usually goes away after your muffler warms up.

It’s always best to bring your vehicle in for an inspection to ensure that there are no bigger issues at play. If you’re curious as to why your car is leaking water underneath, read below for more information, and then contact us to schedule a service appointment.

Identifying the Cause of Leaking Water

Is water leaking from under the car? Follow these steps to find where it’s coming from.

• Place a sheet of paper under the leak. If the fluid is something other than water, the color will show up on the paper. If it’s blue, green, or yellow, it’s probably coolant, not water.
• If more than a small amount of water is coming from your exhaust, a blown gasket may be causing coolant to be burned along with the fuel. That will result in large amounts of water and white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe.
• While coolant is usually easy to spot due to its color, you can always check the level to make sure. If it’s low, you’ll want to bring your car to a certified service centerquickly.
• The leak may be coming from a cracked windshield wiper fluid reservoir. That can be caused by using water in your windshield wiper fluid. The water freezes in the reservoir, expanding and causing the plastic container to crack. You can tell it’s windshield wiper fluid by its light blue or light green color. Wiper fluid leaks can usually be found by the front tires.

If the cause is anything other than condensation, it’s worth visiting our dealership near Delray Beach.

What Fluid is Leaking From My Car?

If you place a sheet of paper under your vehicle and the leaking fluid isn’t clear, it’s not water. Follow this guide to find out what the problem is, then schedule service in West Palm Beach:

• Red – Transmission Fluid or Power Steering Fluid
• Orange – Transmission Fluid or Radiator Coolant
• Yellow – Radiator Coolant
• Green – Antifreeze from Water Pump, Hoses, or Radiator
• Blue – Windshield Wiper Fluid
• Dark Brown – Brake Fluid or Older Engine Oil
• Light Brown – Newer Engine Oil or Gear Lubricant
• Pink – Power Steering Fluid or Transmission Fluid

Visit Land Rover Palm Beach for Expert Vehicle Maintenance

We know that car problems can be quite inconvenient, but it doesn’t have to be a difficult and tedious process. Our service team at Land Rover Palm Beach is ready to help you get back onto the Boca Raton roads as quickly as possible. Be sure to review our service tips for additional details, and contact us with any questions or concerns you may have and we’ll be happy to assist you.