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Old Oct 4, 2023 | 6:19 PM
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Default Coolant system issues

I think my 2002 Avalanche Z66 is burning a little coolant. The last couple days my low coolant light came on. I noticed a puddle of coolant under the truck. It is coming out of the overflow after I turn off the engine. In the morning the coolant is a little low in the overflow container.

The engine temp while running is close to 200 degrees. the oil is clear.

Does anyone know what might be causing this?

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Old Oct 4, 2023 | 6:27 PM
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make sure the pressure cap is on all the way, or replace it. It could be worn out.
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Old Oct 4, 2023 | 7:22 PM
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What are you referring to as pressure cap?
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Old Oct 4, 2023 | 7:40 PM
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the cap that holds pressure inside the cooling system .Yours is probably on the radiator.
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