Engine Oil or Fluid in Coolant Diagnosis
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| Cause | Correction |
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DEFINITION: Foamy or discolored engine coolant or a coolant "overfill" condition may indicate engine oil, transmission fluid or power steering fluid entering the cooling system. This may result in low engine oil, transmission fluid or power steering fluid levels.
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| Fluid Coolers | |
| Engine oil, transmission or power steering cooler {If equipped}. Some models may have cooler lines that pass through a radiator or heat exchanger. Plug passages and/or cooler lines. Supply compressed air and check for internal leaks or pressure drop. | Replace the components as required. |
| Cylinder Heads | |
| Test for compression gases in engine coolant. | |
| Faulty Cylinder Head Gasket | Replace the head gasket and components as required. |
| Warped Cylinder Head | Machine the cylinder head, if applicable. Engine Mechanical Specifications (LT1) , or Engine Mechanical Specifications (LT4) |
| Cracked Cylinder Head | Replace the cylinder head. |
| Cylinder Head or Block Porosity | Replace the components as required. |
| Cylinder Block | |
| Cracked Liner or Engine Block | Replace the components as required. |
| Cylinder Block Porosity | Replace the components as required. |