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Nov 7, 2008 | 01:49 PM

romeric

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coolant leak

I have a v6 97 firebird. its leaking water coolant from under the intake. i wanted to know what could it be, and how to fix it. will i have to take out the motor just to fix it? Again the leak is under the intake and above the water pump. here are some pictures so you guys know what im talking about.

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Nov 7, 2008 | 02:08 PM

angel71rs

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GM got sued and settled over defective V6 intake gaskets. Might want to check: 1. if any water got to/is getting into the oil. 2. if your car can be fixed under the settlement.

Nov 7, 2008 | 05:30 PM

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its the coolant elbows going from the belt tensioner assy. to the intake manifold... i just had to change mine out...

Nov 8, 2008 | 03:51 AM

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where can i get the coolant elbows? how do you replace them, do i need to pull out the motor.please help thanx

Nov 8, 2008 | 05:56 PM

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no you dont have to pull the engine.. just the belt tensioner assembly... you can pick em up at a dealer OR at advance auto parts... the part number is motormite 47065... its in the red HELP! bubble package...

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