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2002 Chevy Impala Oil in Coolant

Tiny
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  • 2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 64,154 MILES
My dealership says there is oil in my coolant, from a gasket leak. I understand it should be fixed. They recommend a gasket replacement and coolant flush. But in the near term, is it a SAFETY issue?
Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 AT 3:08 PM

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Tiny
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Sounds like the cylinder head gasket has failed, allowing coolant to mix with the engine oil. You can drive the vehicle this way for a short while, just keep an eye on the temperature gauge so that the engine doesn't overheat.
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Wednesday, May 12th, 2010 AT 3:11 PM

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