2006 Buick La Crosse anti freeze in oil tank

2006 BUICK LA CROSSE
56,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MIRIAMR1956
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what to do if you accidentally poor anti-freeze in the oil tank.
Aug 15, 2010 at 10:39 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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do not drive it. then drain the oil,and fill with fresh oil according to specs. how much antifreeze did you put in approximately/?
Aug 15, 2010 at 10:42 AM
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MIRIAMR1956
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about half a gallon.
Aug 15, 2010 at 10:47 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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ok you should be just fine. dont panic. just have it flushed and changed and your good to go. dont listen to any bull about it may have damaged this or that. they just want to make money.
Aug 16, 2010 at 9:48 AM
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