Gaithersburg, Columbia and Libertytown Auto Repair

Oil spots, a burnt-oil smell, or a little smoke after a drive can feel like small annoyances at first. Many leaks start that way. The problem with leaks isn't just what is coming out, it's the loss of fluid. Vehicles running low on fluids can cause serious damage. Once once low fluid causes damage, you are no longer deciding whether to fix a leak. You are deciding how far the damage has traveled. Engine Leak Symptoms You Should Not Brush Off Leaks do not always drip onto the driveway. Oil can land on covers and shields, then spread while you drive, or leak onto hot components and burn off. The first clue is often smell. Coolant leaks can be even sneakier because coolant evaporates and burns off more easily than oil. A small loss may only show up as a low reservoir level. Watch for the early signs of a leak, low fluid levels at the time of an oil change are an indication of a small leak. Some fluids in the vehicle have level sensors and will alert ... read more