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My engine is locked up

Tiny
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  • 1996 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 200,000 MILES
Have a 96 cavalier 2.2. Replaced fuel injector but I believe a piece of the o ring fell through the cylinder head into the block. Tried starting but was locked in place. Took the head off but couldn't see it. Rotated engine by hand fine. Put it all back together and it locks up. Can a small piece of rubber lock up an engine?
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Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 AT 7:50 PM

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Tiny
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I don't think so-it'll burn off-what do you mean by locked in place-engine seized up or what?
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Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 AT 7:58 PM
Tiny
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Its hydro locked. Took the spark plugs out and now it spins. What do I do to ensure it wont stay hydro locked? Let it dry out or what? Thanks
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Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 AT 9:07 PM
Tiny
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Anything came out -such as coolant/oil-you sure nothing else drop in, other than the O-ring
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Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 AT 9:23 PM

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