2003 oil cooler - dealer states it is leaking

Tiny
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  • 2003 CADILLAC CTS
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I have a 2003 cts that the oli cooler is leaking a small amount daily - it is an outside drip does the whole unit need to be replaced or just a hose or connections I cant find the sorce point I have to add a 16 oz every 6 weeks
Friday, November 19th, 2010 AT 9:46 PM

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Tiny
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It really matters where the leak is. If it is part of the steel cooler, it should be repairable. If it is one of the connections, you may have to replace the connector/o-ring.

Regardless, chances are it is repairable and doesn't need replaced.
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Saturday, November 20th, 2010 AT 12:38 AM

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