Antifreeze usage

1995 VOLVO 960
230,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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ROD MACDONALD
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We are using a lot of antifreeze. There are no leaks detected. Rad is only a year old, no problems there. I've checked everywhere for any sign of a leak but there is nothing. Mechanic says this is normal for "winter". It's not that cold here in Vancouver, B.C. Canada, so I don't trust what he is saying. Every week I have to add more antifreeze. Please help as this is getting expensive!
Dec 19, 2011 at 6:29 AM
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If you are using coolant it must be an external leak or leaking into the engine, if there is any white smoke it is burning coolant, i would go find a different mechanic and get the cooling system pressure tested and get a head check done for internal usage, also ensure that the pressure cap is tested and working correctly, start here.
Dec 19, 2011 at 6:37 AM