1999 Oldsmobile Alero 1999 Alero starts but cuts off after

Tiny
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  • 1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 220,000 MILES
I have a 1999 Olds Alero. It starts, then quicky shuts off. There is also the smell of gas and white smoke coming out the back. PLEASe help!
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 AT 5:23 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
If you are getting white smole from the exhaust, it may be a head gasket problem. Has the car been using coolant? If so, you need to do a compression test to see if there is a head gasket problem.

To do it, go to this page for directions. Also, many parts stores will lend or rent the tool.

https://www.2carpros.com/dia/how_to_check_compression.htm

Let me know what you find.
Joe
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Thursday, February 19th, 2009 AT 5:09 PM

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