1998 Chevy Malibu water in oil pan

1998 CHEVROLET MALIBU
98,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TREV240
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I have a 1998 chevy malibu that has been sitting for 4 years. Before starting in up I checked the oil and it needed changing dark but no water it it. then there was a level fluid resevoir sensor problem and I ordered a new resevoir and replaced it. I then fill it with antifreeze and then started the car. there was some engine knocking noise, I immediately turn off the car and check the oil and it was brown like milk shake. What can be the problem?
Jul 28, 2008 at 8:43 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Sounds like a blown headgasket-get it block and pressure tested to confirm it
Jul 28, 2008 at 8:49 PM
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