Coolant Leak - HELP!!!

[twitch713]

I've had a leak for almost a week now. I've finally narrowed it down to the coolant running free. It seems that it's coming from the lower hose where it connects to the engine itself. I haven't been able to get it checked by a professional yet due to lack of funds and trust (they changed my oil and marked off 'no leaks' on their paperwork...it was leaking BEFORE the oil was changed). Basically, I wanna know what I can do myself to fix my problem. I'm pretty sure something was knocked loose when I ran it through a car wash and the bottom was sprayed (won't do that again), so I'm kind of hoping the clamp is just loose. I've already had to pour antifreeze in twice (second time was just to be safe) and I want to fix this problem ASAP before she starts to overheat...again. Any info will be greatly appreciated at this time!! Also, I'm no mechanic but I think I can manage a simple fix.

 

[Burla]

Find the leak, if you need to use a detection dye, make sure it is compatible with your anyifreeze. Probably just need to tighten where the hose meets the engine or radiator.