Car trouble - question

[kokopup]

jetta's are bad to have a heater core leaks. It is not an easy replace either. I would make sure that if it is a core leak that the person to replace it is qualified. Another give away of a leaking core if an oily film on your windshield when the defrost is on.

[Cinder & Smoke]

CAUTION!!

Till you find the cause of the coolant / antifreeze odor -
Keep ALL the FurKids away from the car and its parking spots ...
Most vehicle coolant / antifreeze is POISONOUS to all pets -
and smells very 'sweet' & inviting to them - they'll lick it up not knowing that
it can kill them!

Heater Core tips -
Check the floor, carpets, & mats under the dash for dampness ...
another sign of a leaking heater core.

Consider taking the car to an Authorized VW Dealer for a diagnosis -
they're well quialified to find the problem without just 'guessing' at what
MAY be wrong.

PS: It only takes a very tiny leak to created a very noticable odor!

[Taz_Zoee]

kokopup - I have not noticed an oily film when I run the defrost. And I've been using the defrost a lot lately with it being icy in the morning.

Phred - Yes, I know about coolant and animals. Luckily my kitties are inside only and the dogs do not go out in the front yard unsupervised. But it is not leaking anything on the driveway either.
And I agree with taking it to a VW place. In fact, that's what Bruce said to do (but I had them just check while it was at the tire place anyway). But I am due for an oil change (I have lifetime oil changes at the dealer) so I'll have them check it there at that time. Probably next week, if I can.
Oh, also, I have rubber floor mats so I would think I'd notice a leak inside. But I will definitely check to be sure.

Thanks you GUYS!

[Freedom]

There are several Jetta forums, I just picked one and searched:
smell coolant

This is what came up, doesn't seem to be much help, though, sorry.
http://jettajunkie.com/vw-jetta/show...=coolant+smell