1994 Pontiac Grand Am 1994 Grand Am

JOHN MCMAHON

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1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM

Engine Cooling problem
1994 Pontiac Grand Am 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

My son owns a 94 Grand Am. When at a stop, the temperature gauge rises and then falls while driving. This is the only issue. No stalling, not blowing smoke, no check engine light, etc. Someone said it is the Intake Gasket(s). Someone else said radiator. What do you think?

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JDL

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Hello, my first thought is to see if the radiator fan is kicking on? You might also check for codes.

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Thursday, May 28th, 2009 AT 10:13 AM

JOHN MCMAHON

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Hello, thanks for the prompt response. The radiator fan is kicking on. Is it possible that it could be the intake gasket? I understand that is a very spendy repair.

-Diane

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Thursday, May 28th, 2009 AT 10:25 AM

JDL

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Are you losing coolant? How high does the temp gage move? I don't pay attention to a little gage movement. If the engine is overheating and your losing coolant, then you need to check it out.

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Thursday, May 28th, 2009 AT 11:13 AM

JOHN MCMAHON

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Alright, I dont really know any of that except that it is not overheating. I will have to wait til I get home tonight and have my husband respond (I am such a girl :o)

Anyway, thank you so much for responding and any further information you may be able to provide.

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Thursday, May 28th, 2009 AT 11:26 AM