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Q: There is a leak leaving a puddle under my car. What could it be coming from? - Patrick
A: Dear Patrick,
You can normally tell what is leaking by what color the puddle is. Green, light blue, or bright orange usually indicate an overheated engine or an antifreeze leak. This could be caused by a bad hose or water pump, or a leaking radiator. Dark brown or black liquid is an oil leak, which could be caused by a bad seal or gasket. A red spot usually indicates a transmission fluid or power steering fluid leak. If there is just a puddle of water under your car, this is normal condensation caused by your air conditioning.
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