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Old Aug 16, 2007 | 06:35 PM
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I have what appears to be a clear fluid leak. I've noticed on several occasions a clear fluid on my garage floor. At first I thought it was just AC condensation but on further inspection I touched it and it feels oily. Has anyone else had this problem? I have noticed this probably 3 times over the last year, so whatever it is its inconsistent. Any ideas what this is?
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Old Aug 16, 2007 | 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by acribb' post='459529' date='Aug 16 2007, 10:35 PM
I have what appears to be a clear fluid leak. I've noticed on several occasions a clear fluid on my garage floor. At first I thought it was just AC condensation but on further inspection I touched it and it feels oily. Has anyone else had this problem? I have noticed this probably 3 times over the last year, so whatever it is its inconsistent. Any ideas what this is?

How much fluid? Does it evaporate? Does it smell like anything?

Here are the possibilities:

1. Engine Oil
2. Power Steering Fluid
3. Coolant
4. Brake/Clutch Fluid
5. Trans Fluid
6. Differential Oil
7. A/C Condensation

1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 are not clear.
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Old Aug 16, 2007 | 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by iversonm' post='459538' date='Aug 16 2007, 11:25 PM
How much fluid? Does it evaporate? Does it smell like anything?

Here are the possibilities:

1. Engine Oil
2. Power Steering Fluid
3. Coolant
4. Brake/Clutch Fluid
5. Trans Fluid
6. Differential Oil
7. A/C Condensation

1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 are not clear.
It has no odor, maybe a 3 inch pool when it happens, and it does not evaporate. Brake fluid?
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