water leak?

[Guest]

Just parked my car and noticed a dripping liquid from underneath. On examination it appears to be just water not oil. My first thoughts are possibly the air conditioning unit but would like your expert opinions also.

 

[Sandeep]

If its just water and not coolant then it is your air conditioning, nothing to worry about.

 

[Guest]

how do i know its not coolant? taste? smell?

 

[glewis]

Dip your finger in it and have a VERY SMALL taste - If it's slightly sweet, it's coolant. If there's no taste at all, (other than maybe a bit of grit from your drive), then it's just condensation from the air-con.

 

[Guest]

if its coolant what then?

 

[glewis]

It might just be venting from the expansion bottle overflow if the system is too full, otherwise it could be a loose hose connector, cracked hose or leaking gasket.

Take it to an OPC to get it checked. If the car is under warranty, then it should be covered. If not, it'll be cheaper at an independant Porsche specialist.

Until then, keep a close eye on the coolant level. You don't want it running dry and overheating.