I have a 2004 cavalier ls and i wanted to know why it is leaking underneath by the drivers side.

Question

some people think it is my air conditioner.and some say it is my power steering.what could be the problem?should i worry?the spots look like water with no color in it.

Answer 1

Clear liquid leaking in the warmer temperatures of summer (condensation) is common on AC systems. Put a drop on you finger and verify it is water and not coolant or oil. Both feel slippery to the touch and water does not.

Answer 2

If the leak is only occuring after you drive with the AC on and it evaporates without leaving any residue behind it is the condensation from your AC which is normal and just means your AC is working properly.  These puddles will be pretty large and will show up quickly after parking your vehicle but then stop growing.  A power steering leak would most likely be a reddish fluid.  Try touch the puddle does it feel like an oil or like water?  If it is oily then it isn't from your AC if it is just water then AC it is.  Also, it wouldn't take long to run out of power steering fluid with even a small leak have your fluids checked.  Are they low? Based on your descripition I would say that it is probably from your air conditioner.  Hope this helps you out

Answer 3

water, no color, if u run the AC its condensation...not a problem if its thicker like cooking oiil then its a problem...same if it were green

but its not so don't worry