Q: Intake manifold leaking water. How can I fix it.

asked by on January 30, 2017

Change the distributor cap ,rotor,pick up crank case sensor still won't start putting two freeze plug back in still won't start

My car has 200156 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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Hi there. You will have to drain the coolant and remove the intake manifold to replace the gaskets to fix the coolant leak on the intake manifold. If you need further assistance with the coolant leaks, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.

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