I have noticed recently in my Taurus that the coolant goes below the normal level and then I have to top it up. Does this mean there is a problem with the car ?

Thanks
Harold

Are you checking it at the same temperature?
Like when it is at operating temp or totally cooled down?

Mike
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Hi Mike
Yes I did check at the same temperature.
Just a quick question could this problem be due to the fan belt ?
Thanks
Harold

How often do you have to top it up? Coolant loss is usually from a leak or going into the engine thru a bad head gasket. A lot going into the engine will show as white in the exhaust. A slow radiator or waterpump leak can evaporate before it drips.
Never heard of the belt causing a coolant leak.

Hi WIllyum

Thanks for the reply.
I checked the smoke in the car and there was nothing unusual. In fact there was no smoke at all.
I almost topup the coolant every 2 weeks. There are no signs of leak on the ground where I park the car either. The engine service light does not lightup either.
Hope you will be able to guide me

THanks
Harold

Harold,
I have no real insight just for you except to clean the engine are up and look it over carefully. I know it is nearly impossible to see the radiator but you may have to take the front apart enough to see if there are any green/yellow stains. Look the waterpump area over as well.

One thing to check would be the coolant resivour/pressure tank. Noticed my 98 having same problem and had a hair crack along the bottom. With a couple and bolts and $30 later no more problem.

I think its a common problem, the Ford house told they had sold that day.

Thank you very much for giving me ideas. I will check on the car this weekend.