R50/53 coolant smell

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Dec 10, 2008 | 07:34 AM

mem1220

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coolant smell

i was wondering if anyone else had odors that smell like antifreeze after shutting their car off or while it is running?

Dec 10, 2008 | 08:08 AM

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Check your thermostat housing, common place for a small leak. Warranty issue if you're still covered. I smelled the same thing, and the Dealer put some new parts on.

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