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Need help with 1998 Buick regal GS 3.8L. my regal appears to be getting coolant in the housing that stores the pcm, drivers side engine compartment.

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1998 Buick regal
My 1998 Buick regal appears to be getting coolant in the air cleaner box, or rather the housing that holds the pcm. I originally thought the coolant reservoir was cracked or had a leak because the only place I was seeing a leak was right in that area. I replaced the jug and noticed coolant in the pcm housing when I replaced the jug. Once I test drove the vehicle, I had a leak coming from the same area as before. The leak is most easily noticed at the driver's side dripping from the rear of engine cradle. When I inspect the engine compartment without removing anything I notice 3 or 4 trails of coolant all on the driver's side under the air cleaner area. They are not on the engine and the reservoir is right in that area. The car does not appear to be overheating. What am I missing guys ? I feel rather stupid asking due to the fact I worked as a mechanic at a dealership for the better part of 30 years . I am unfortunately disabled and have limited mobility so am unable to really go over the vehicle very well but even if I could I'm a little puzzled at the apparent location of the leak?
 
My 1998 Buick regal appears to be getting coolant in the air cleaner box, or rather the housing that holds the pcm. I originally thought the coolant reservoir was cracked or had a leak because the only place I was seeing a leak was right in that area. I replaced the jug and noticed coolant in the pcm housing when I replaced the jug. Once I test drove the vehicle, I had a leak coming from the same area as before. The leak is most easily noticed at the driver's side dripping from the rear of engine cradle. When I inspect the engine compartment without removing anything I notice 3 or 4 trails of coolant all on the driver's side under the air cleaner area. They are not on the engine and the reservoir is right in that area. The car does not appear to be overheating. What am I missing guys ? I feel rather stupid asking due to the fact I worked as a mechanic at a dealership for the better part of 30 years . I am unfortunately disabled and have limited mobility so am unable to really go over the vehicle very well but even if I could I'm a little puzzled at the apparent location of the leak?

I'm curious if you've been able to resolve this issue
 
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