Toyota RAV4 Coolant Smell — Radiator Pinhole Leak
Toyota
RAV4
2006
All
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
✅ Safe to Drive
Safety Impact
No direct safety impact reported by owners
Urgency Level
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A coolant smell from the engine bay with slight coolant level reduction but no puddles indicates a pinhole radiator leak that seals as the engine cools. Pressure testing the cooling system confirms the fault. Radiator replacement costs £150-350.
Repair / Solution
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