Radiator problems of the 1999 Oldsmobile Silhouette

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

1 Radiator problem

Failure Date: 09/15/2003

Coolant level low light came on. Took it in for servicing and oil change. Tech said the intake gasket was leaking and that the radiator was full of mud. Took it to a gm dealer the next day and found the gaskets were leaking and that it would require at least 1 radiator flush, possibly 2.

2 Radiator problem

During the summer, the low coolant light came on. The owner took the vehicle to the g. M. Dealer. The coolant was low and it was suggested that a pressure check be done for the radiator coolant. The manifold intake gasket failed causing the engine to over heat. Provide further details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .




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