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Stan_D · 10-17-2009, 02:51 PM

Would appreciate some ideas on what this might be before I go to the mechanic next week:

1. Rattling noise coming from engine area noticeable when driving. No warning lights.
2. Got home: rattling noise louder on the right side of engine.
3. Burning smell from right side vent.
4. Next day: checked oil & coolant level. Coolant was low: put in 1.2 litres.
5. Coolant started to leak soon after refill, on the right side, under the engine.

Should I be worried or really really worried?

Thanks.

10-17-2009, 02:51 PM	#1
Stan_D Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Ireland Posts: 21	Rattle from engine, loss of coolant, burning smell? Would appreciate some ideas on what this might be before I go to the mechanic next week: 1. Rattling noise coming from engine area noticeable when driving. No warning lights. 2. Got home: rattling noise louder on the right side of engine. 3. Burning smell from right side vent. 4. Next day: checked oil & coolant level. Coolant was low: put in 1.2 litres. 5. Coolant started to leak soon after refill, on the right side, under the engine. Should I be worried or really really worried? Thanks.