Engine And Engine Cooling Related Problems of the 1998 Buick Riviera

Table 1 shows four common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1998 Buick Riviera. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the engine oil leaking (one problem).

Table 1. Engine And Engine Cooling related problems of Buick Riviera


Recently reported Engine And Engine Cooling problems of the 1998 Buick Riviera

The Engine And Engine Cooling problem

The contact owns a 1998 Buick Riviera. While stopped, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment of the vehicle. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The contact was a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the valve cover gasket needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Engine Oil Leaking problem

It started out as a small oil leak, but I recently noticed the leak has expanded significantly. It's difficult to pinpoint the leak, but an oil pan under the car shows significant puddling of oil. A sealer/conditioner doesn't appear to have been affected. While online, I noted that the 3800cc 3.   Read details...

The Engine problem

Engine mount failed and was replaced (the j1490 bracket).   Read details...


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