Vandalized by someone adding oil-based wood stain in the engine oil
MALIBU 22
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2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU
144,444 MILES
Someone put an oil-based wood stain in where you put oil. How do I fix this?
Wednesday, June 8th, 2022 AT 8:19 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,
You have severe engine damage from that additive. It will destroy the bearings if it already has not.
You will need a new or used engine replacement.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Roy
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Thursday, June 9th, 2022 AT 12:13 PM
MALIBU 22
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I haven't started it at all, it's actually being towed to a shop now. It's my understanding that it's an easy fix. Also, they put Gorilla Glue in the oil.
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Thursday, June 9th, 2022 AT 12:58 PM
KEN L
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I would try to change the oil to see what happens. Here is a generic guide to help with instructions for your car in the diagrams below: