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2001 Chevrolet Malibu Repair Question


Topics covered: Coolant, Freeze plug, Engine.
Mileage: 100,000 miles.

Asked on October 16, 2012

Chevrolet Malibu Coolant Problem

Hey! I have a 2001 Chevy Malibu that is leaking coolant. When i look from underneath, I see coolant running down the block, from somewhere in the area where the "Belt Tensioner" is located at the front of the engine.
There is NO water in the oil and no oil in the water.

Is there a place where I can see a diagram of the freeze plug locations on this motor? Im really hoping it's the freeze plugs. Which is a much cheaper fix. This just started out of the blue 2 days ago.
Thank You in advance.
Mike Flansburg
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Replied on October 16, 2012

either the water pump. timing cover or the intake manifold.

Roy

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