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2003 Saturn Vue Repair Question


Topics covered: Coolant, Engine, Gas.
Mileage: 86,000 miles.

Asked on March 21, 2012

Would like your expert advice to confirm

4cyl smokes white/rough idle on start hold 1500rpm smoke/idle clears runs normal -loses coolant but no leaks, pressure tests ok, builds pressure above 17psi when running, no check engine light
Avatar Asked by brian1961

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Replied on March 21, 2012

no coolant smell underhood/exhaust?

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
24 questions asked
Replied on March 21, 2012

i would say yes to exaust but no to engine end

Tiny Response from brian1961
3 questions asked
Replied on March 22, 2012

Might want to get a block test kit @ the auto parts store. Sounds like you might have a leaking cylinder head gasket. The block test kit will check for hc gas in the cooling system. Let me know how it works out.

Tiny Answered by djcl (expert)
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