what is wrong with my car when water is leaking out?

Asked by marsheekau Sep 28, 2015 at 12:24 PM about the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car is running hot so I put water in it but when I put water in it the water runs right back out what could be wrong with it?

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It could be many things. May want to first check your hoses, radiator cap, and reservoir since those are cheaper fixes but it can be many things really.

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I have the same problem water seems to be coming from above the alternator somewhere,where is your water leaking from can you tell is it from top or bottom?

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I didnt ask my mother where the mechanic said it came from but i had to get a new water pump.

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