1996 Oldsmobile Aurora low coolent

1996 OLDSMOBILE AURORA
74,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BRIANLAUER
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I seem to be leaking coolant but not on the ground...could it be leaking into the oil? and what problems can that cause?
Mar 24, 2010 at 12:49 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you don't see the leak, check the engine oil. If it is, it will have a slimmy light brown / white look to it. Also, check the exhaust for white smoke. That would indicate the coolant is making its way into the combustion chamber.

Let me know if you have other questions.
Apr 9, 2010 at 7:23 AM
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