No driver wants to discover a stain from a leak below their vehicle. Fluid leaks are no joke and should be inspected and repaired as soon as they’re found. Below, we explain what to check when fluid leaks from your car.

Brake Fluid

Certainly, the last thing any driver wants is a leak in their vehicle’s brake fluid, as it is integral to the capability of the car’s braking system. Brake fluid is typically clear to light brown with an oily texture. If you spot such a stain below your car, you should check your brake fluid immediately.

The brake fluid reservoir is under the hood, typically next to the master cylinder. The reservoir has minimum and maximum lines, and if your car’s fluid is approaching or below the minimum lines, you should fill it or have it checked by a professional mechanic immediately.

Coolant

Another thing to check when you find fluid leaking from your car is the coolant reservoir. The coolant, or anti-freeze, is critical for maintaining the temperature of your vehicle’s engine so that it doesn’t overheat or freeze.

Coolant is easy to identify in your vehicle’s fluids, as it’s typically a bright color like green, yellow, or even pink. If you see such colorful liquid, check your vehicle’s coolant reservoir, refill it if necessary, and have the system checked for leaks by a professional to ensure its safety.

Hydraulic Clutch

If your vehicle has a manual clutch, you should check if your hydraulic clutch system is leaking. If your car’s clutch leaks and has lost fluid, the clutch pedal may feel softer than usual.

Check the clutch’s master cylinder fluid reservoir to see if it has enough fluid. If the reservoir is low, there could be a leak in the reservoir, the slave cylinder, or the clutch lines—wherever it is, it should be checked and repaired immediately.

Power Steering

Another common area for leaks in a vehicle is the power steering. The power steering fluid is essential to your vehicle’s power steering system, which allows for easy movement and handling of the front wheels.

Basic steering and handling can become difficult without enough fluid and can facilitate other major problems in the system and car. Power steering fluid typically looks red or brown, so if you spot a leak beneath your car, check the power steering reservoir immediately.

These fluids are all integral to your vehicle’s performance and safety. If you spot a stain underneath your vehicle from a leak, pinpoint it as best as possible to prevent further damage and problems to your car.

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