The radiator within your tractor, truck, or automobile is there to help keep your engine cool. The way this works is that the coolant effectively removes heat from the engine by transferring it through a series of coils. The cooled air then flows back into the engine, in order to prevent it from overheating.
If the radiator has a leak, then coolant will be lost and your vehicle’s engine has the potential to overheat. One of the most common questions mechanics get about radiator leaks is, “Can I still drive my vehicle?” The short answer is no. Here are some things to consider about radiator leaks: