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1998 Cadillac SLS Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Gas, Head gasket.
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Asked on November 21, 2010

Engine Overheat

1998 cadillac sls overheated engine
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Replied on November 21, 2010

Run a compression test to check head gaskets, if OK, check waterpump belt, if all OK, then replace thermostat.

The Northstar engine has had many problems with head gaskets, broken headbolts, and headbolts that pull out of block.

Tiny Answered by mmprince4000 (expert)
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