2005 Chevy Cavalier water in my oil

2005 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
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GIGGLEBOX654
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2005 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl Automatic 168000 miles

my dad just recently changed my oil. while driving it, it has stuttered alittle bit and wasn't acting right. when i checked my oil it had water in it. What does that mean? it doesn't run hot
Feb 24, 2010 at 1:36 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Coolant in oil is an indication of a bad headgasket or intake manifold gasket.

Start by having a compression test to rule out headgasket.

Have this done ASAP, as coolant in oil will destroy main bearings and you may need a new or used engine.
Feb 25, 2010 at 7:57 AM
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