2002 Chevy Impala Oil in Coolant

2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA
64,154 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ELLEN H
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My dealership says there is oil in my coolant, from a gasket leak. I understand it should be fixed. They recommend a gasket replacement and coolant flush. But in the near term, is it a SAFETY issue?
May 12, 2010 at 3:08 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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sounds like the cylinder head gasket has failed, allowing coolant to mix with the engine oil. you can drive the vehicle this way for a short while, just keep an eye on the temperature gauge so that the engine doesn't overheat.
May 12, 2010 at 3:11 PM