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Bob Wong Posted on Nov 21, 2013

Coolant leaking from transmission 1998 malibu

Under car looks like coolant coming from transmission cover gasket

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Check for loose nuts coming out of its lines or tighten straps at hoses.
check for leaks at the engine, coolant hoses, water pump, etc.
some times coolant comes from up side down

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Nov 08, 2008

SOURCE: chevy cavalier 1997 2.2 coolant leak

IF THE WATER PUMP IS LEAKING WILL STOP LEAK SOLVE THE PROBLEM AS A TEMP RESOLVE

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 16, 2008

SOURCE: oil leaks

First of all, which engine does your cavalier have? Some GM engines around that time had problems with the intake manifold gasket leaking oil where the manifold bolted to the top of the engine block, but if I remember correctly, it was in the 3.1 liter V-6 engines. If your car has a 4 cylinder engine, I am not aware of any inherent oil leak problems.
BTW, if your oil light has been on for 2 weeks, without your adding any oil, you probably have more serious problems than just an oil leak by now. Maybe not a solution, but it's a place to start.

tsuperfrugal

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  • Posted on Apr 01, 2009

SOURCE: my 1999 chevy malibu water pump leaks what should i do

replace the pump, it's a big job! watch out for plastic parts.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 06, 2009

SOURCE: how to replace valve cover gasket 1998 chevy malibu

The first step is to remove all the parts that are in the way of you being able to remove the valve covers. (Ex.: air intake, loose wires etc.) Then you will need to remove your valve covers (using basic tools) and be very careful to not let anything get on your lifters, which your valve covers protect. Once you have the valve covers off compare the new gaskets to make sure they are the right size. Then remove the old gasket and replace with the new one using a high temp gasket sealant (available at any auto parts store) to attach the gasket to the valve covers. Then tighten down snug and check for leaks after replaced. 

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 27, 2009

SOURCE: i have a 2000 chevy malibu, battery light came on

check your serpentine belt it sounds like it may have stretched or broken. Without the belt working properly your car will overheat due to the waterpump not activating and neither will the power steering or alternator

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