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98 Buick Regal coolant leak, intake manifold gasketing


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98 Buick Regal coolant leak, intake manifold gasketing
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 05, 2009 4:07 pm

Coolant leak.

A pressure test shows a coolant leak from between the lower intake manifold to block junction, just above the water pump and and 'behind' what I presume is the MAP sensor housing.

My question is, what magnitude of repair job is this? Is it basically wrench work? A Saturday? A weekend? A week of nights?

I note the fuel rail has to be removed in the process. Is that special tool job?

Is there something better than the RTV GM recommends for the seal?

Is there a factory or aftermarket sealant or gasket component that is superior?

Any suggestions regarding this task?

Thanks in advance,

Dan
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 12, 2009 11:32 am

That is a very easy fix. just take a look in the knowledge base and you will find set by step instructions.
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Re: 98 Buick Regal coolant leak, intake manifold gasketing
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PostPosted: Thu Jan 14, 2010 11:25 am

i am glad the previous owner had it fixed a month before i brought it lol i should not have to worry about that crap leaking..
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