1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Dex Cool Leak

Tiny
KAHNEO
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  • 1998 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
  • V8
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 142,000 MILES
For the first time ever in the 10 years I have owned my car, the guy changing my oil said that he had to top off my Dex Cool in the bottle to the right of the engine. He said I needed to have it checked out. Two years ago I had all my Head gaskets and manifold gaskets changed out, so I know the water isn't coming from there. Could there be a small leak in a radiator hose or the radiator?
Friday, May 8th, 2009 AT 11:47 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Usually, if there is a leak, you will smell it or see steam. Some coolant can evaporate under normak usage; however, if you are concerned, check the hoses, waterpump, heater core hoses. To see if there is evidence of a leak. Also, if this is a 3.1L V6, recheck the intake gasket. This is a common problem with the engine.
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Monday, May 18th, 2009 AT 9:08 AM

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