Q: My car is taking a lot of water and smoking when opened up??

asked by on November 13, 2016

Hi guys I bought a vw golf 5 gti Manuel bwa 2008 car has downpipe and exhaust that's all.. My question is why is the car taking soo much of water every day And car has no water leaks

My car has 1700000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.

Coolant is leaking Inspection $94.99 - $114.99 Get a Quote

If the car is using coolant and you can’t find any leaks, it must be going out the tailpipe; and that would certainly explain the smoke. But it could also be that the coolant is leaking and evaporating just as quickly, leaving no spots under the car. It’s not hard to detect coolant in the exhaust, just stand behind the car with the engine running and give a sniff. Large amounts of coolant in the exhaust has a very acrid smell and will literally bring tears to your eyes. Smaller amounts can almost smell sweet. If you have coolant in the exhaust, that has two possible sources. You could be having head gasket problems, which are usually accompanied by overheating, or you could have coolant leaking into your turbocharger through the turbocharger cooling system. It would be a good idea to have this checked out soon, either scenario can lead to more engine damage if you let it go too long. By contacting YourMechanic, you can have a technician come to your home or office and check your cooling system and advise you on the next move.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

How do you adjust the steering wheel on?
It’s important to be able to adjust the steering wheel to get the ideal driving position for you. Your car’s steering wheel can adjust in four different ways: up and down, as well as in and out. Here’s how to...
Windshield wipers not working properly
The windshield wiper switch actually contains 3 switches internally which send a coded input to the wiper motor processing electronics in the wiper motor assembly defining the mode and speed at which the wipers operate. In the wiper motor assembly...
does the 2004 dakota 3.7 liter v6 engine require a clutchfan and the electrical fan also
Your Dakota should have both a mechanical fan with a clutch, and an electric fan. The mechanical fan is the main cooling fan, and the electric fan is designed to come on to supplement the mechanical fan, only if it's...
I have a 2014 Chevrolet impala my gas cap has a yellow gas cap and says E85... Will it be ok to put that in my gas tank with unlea
Hello, yes, it is ok to put unleaded gas as well as E-85 fuel in your vehicle. The vehicle has the ability by way of the computer to calculate the type of fuel and control fuel ratio to get the...
Alternator is not working and the instrument lights are out.
If the charging system is not working, that is something that needs to be corrected first. Your car has a whole network of computer modules that will behave very strangely if the system voltage is not correct. Once you have...
Where is the camshaft position sensor located on a 2011 Kia Optima EX GDI
Hi there - the camshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-replace-a-camshaft-position-sensor-by-mia-bevacqua) is located on the drive-side end of the top of the engine on your vehicle. It is a round black plastic housing - golf-ball size - attached to the engine with one...
My honda civic 96 won't start cause of the alarm. How can i take out an aftermarket alarm system and make it turn on again?
Hi there. You might want to read this article for starters (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-disable-a-car-alarm). Since this is an aftermarket alarm system, you'll need to find the fuse that the system is installed and remove that for starters. Unfortunately, this is not a...
Prius won't turn on, go into drive or reverse.
Load test (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-is-dead-inspection) the smaller 12 volt battery, that is located in the rear right trunk area. Of course, be sure that 12 volt battery is properly connected, too, as it might have been disabled during the high voltage battery...
Idles rough and inconsistent cant go passed 3k rpms cause motor will dry up and no matter how far pedal is pressed nothing.
If the check engine light isn't on, it probably should be. Try turning the key to the on position without starting the car and look for a check engine light. This is a bulb check function.If the light isn't there,...

Related articles

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Coolant Reservoir
Common signs include needing to constantly add coolant, finding coolant leaks, and the engine overheating.
How Long Does a Heater Bypass Tube Last?
In In order for the cooling system on your vehicle to work, you will have to make sure that all of its components are repair free. The thermostat that is on your vehicle helps to regulate the flow of coolant...
How to Replace a Coolant Vacuum Valve Switch
A vacuum line attaches to the vacuum switch in your car as part of the engine’s heating and cooling system. A faulty switch can break your heater.