Starter problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88

Two problems related to starter have been reported for the 1999 Oldsmobile 88. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Starter problem

Failure Date: 08/17/2004

1) rough idle when stopping car. Upon restart,strange noise from engine. Would not restart. 2) smoke from starter. Engine locked up. Water loss from radiator. Cracked manifold. 3) replaced upper intake manifold & gasket. Cleaned lower intake. Replaced spark plugs & wires. Changed oil, oil filter, & replaced starter.

2 Starter problem

While traveling and without any indication vehicle lost power. Dealership serviced vehicle, and noticed engine was locked. Technician replaced spark plugs, manifold, and starter.

Other Electrical System related problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile 88

Starter problems	3
Ignition Switch problems	2
Dash Wiring problems	2
Electrical System problems	1
Battery problems	1
Underhood Wiring problems	1

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