1999 Pontiac Montana a leak

14,900 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CURRY500
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I have a leak on the passenger side and i thought it was the radiator, and i think it might be a oil leak, where could it be coming from and is it an easy fix or very expensive.
Jan 27, 2009 at 11:05 PM
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DOITYOURESELF
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More information is needed to make a good diagnosis. If the area in question is covered in oil, dirt and grease you may need to get some degreaser and pressure wash the area.
I have found that some self serve car washes do not mind if you do it there, but ask first. Once the area is cleaned it will be easier to locate the leak area, and repair.
You can take a peice of white paper and rub on the spot it leaves behind on the driveway to determine if its oil(black/brown), transmission fluid(red/reddish brown), or coolant (orange, pink, or green depending on what kind of coolant)
If its clear water its probably condensate from the defrost or a/c.
Also if you can identify what is directly above the leak it will be easier to diagnose, such as oil pan, pullies, hoses, radiator, transmission, etc.
Respond back with all the info you can and iI will try to help.
Feb 6, 2009 at 10:17 PM
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