1. RADIATOR FLUID - Smells sweet & steams rather then smokes
2. TRANSMISSION FLUID - Acidic smell, red in color
3. BRAKE FLUID - Similar smell to transmission fluid, darker in color
4. OIL - Smokey burnt smell, dense smoke when over heated
5. BELTS & HOSES - Burning rubber smell
6. GASOLINE - Obvious smell, very flamable
TIPS:
1. All of the smells listed above are signs that your car is having a mechanical problem. We recommend visiting an auto repair shop before you drive anywhere. Some of these leaks can leave you stranded on the side of the road and other smells like brake fluid and gasoline can be very dangerous.
2. If you want to try to see where a leak may be coming from wait for your engine to cool before poking around under the hood. However we recommend having a professional mechanic perform the repairs associated with any fluid leaks.
