1989 Cadillac STS inquiry

1989 CADILLAC STS
59,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MOED999
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why does my radiator sometimes emit antifreeze out the waste-pipe,after car has been cut-off?
Apr 4, 2009 at 11:08 AM
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FACTORYJACK
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Your waste pipe should be connected to a reservoir. Fluid will transfer between the reservoir and the radiator due to changes in pressure and temperature and that is normal. If quite a bit of fluid comes out, it could be overheating.
Apr 5, 2009 at 12:34 PM