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Antifreeze smell when heat is on

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Old January 21st, 2015 | 12:46 PM
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Default Antifreeze smell when heat is on

I just bought a 2006 Trailblazer, & noticed when the heat is on there is a distinct antifreeze smell. I check the hoses & there doesn't seem to be any leaks. Any ideas?
Old January 21st, 2015 | 1:33 PM
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Sounds like the heater core is leaking....
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