1996 Other Saturn Models Oil in Radiator

1996 SATURN
185,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BINGALING
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I have engine oil in my radiator. Years ago, on GM cars, the only place that oil pressure could overide water pressure was in the timing cover. Where do you think the oil is most likely to get into my cooling system or what checks could I make to determine the problem without a complete overhaul?
Aug 8, 2008 at 9:45 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be headgasket or intake manifold gasket- cracked head or block-get it block and pressure tested
Aug 8, 2008 at 9:53 AM
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