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What is the Hissing Noise after engine off?

The hissing noise after engine off is usually caused by the cooling system. As the engine cools down, the metal contracts and the coolant contracts as well. This contraction creates a vacuum in the cooling system, which draws air in through the radiator cap. The air mixes with the coolant and creates a bubbling sound, which is what you hear as a hissing noise.

Other potential causes of a hissing noise after engine off include:

* A loose or missing radiator cap

* A leak in the cooling system

* A faulty thermostat

* A water pump that is not circulating coolant properly

If you are concerned about the hissing noise after engine off, it is best to have it checked out by a qualified mechanic.