I sometimes smell radiator water?

Question:
I have a 02 Ford Focus. After I park the car I sometimes smell radiator water. I can't find a leak, nor does the temperature gauge overheat. The radiator cap is tight. The radiator overflow tank seems to stay within the hot and cold limits. So why do I smell radiator water?

Answers:

Will my car still run?

what your smelling may just be a vapor off the coolant bottle on it,,i smell this sometimes when i park mine,,as long as your not losing any coolant it should be ok,,id keep an eye on it for a while though ,you never know with cars these days if it starts to loose coolant,then you might be able to find it,,good luck hope this help,s,,have a good x-mas.

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1994 nissan maxima engine problem?

IF you are smelling it in the car, the heater core is leaking :(

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Attention all car people....?

You may have a small leak in the heater core, and may not be able to notice it because of the motor temp when you check it.
If the carpet is wet on the passenger side floor, it's the heater core. pull the carpet back and look.

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I have 1/2 inch thick ice on my windshield. How can I make a dent in it without busting the glass? Thanks!?

our minivan has that smell also. If you find the answer, let me know how to fix it.

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map sensor??

You probably do have a leak around your heater coil under your dash. The water is probably evaporating and not dripping on the floor.

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