How to check your car for fluid leaks

Check Your Car for Fluid Leaks

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Find an unsoiled area to park your car in.

Park your car in the designated area overnight.

Park your car in the designated area overnight.

Move car away and observe any liquids on the ground. Be sure to note the color, scent, and thickness of any leaked fluids!

Move car away and observe any liquids on the ground. Be sure to note the color, scent, and thickness of any leaked fluids!

From left to right:   Red - Transmission Fluid, Green/Pink - Coolant,  Yellow - Power Steering Fluid,  Brown - Gasoline , Blue - Windshield Wiper Fluid

From left to right: Red - Transmission Fluid, Green/Pink - Coolant, Yellow - Power Steering Fluid, Brown - Gasoline , Blue - Windshield Wiper Fluid

Be sure to contact your local service shop before hitting the road for any long trips!

  • Your car
  • A clean area to park