View Full Version : 1993 DeVille Coolant flowing into exhaust system


rtabor0315
02-17-08, 03:44 PM
:eek:I have a 1993 Cadillac DeVille 4.9L V8 and the engine coolant is pooring through the exhaust system for some unknown reason. There is also a squeeling sound coming from either the water pump or A/C Compressor. Any suggestions or info as to how to fix this would be greatly appreciated.

submariner409
02-17-08, 03:51 PM
"Coolant pouring from the exhaust system" is a serious mechanical failure which has one permanent cure: Engine overhaul. How often do you have to add coolant to the header tank?

The squeal may be due to any of several pulleys/bearings going bad: Water pump, P/S pump, belt tensioner, alternator, or A/C clutch bearing. Belt removal and hand testing each pulley may help to find the culprit.

Ranger
02-17-08, 05:39 PM
Pouring through the exhaust? :eek: Do you mean out the tail pipe?

misfit6794
02-17-08, 08:40 PM
You've got a blown headgasket. I would worry more about a new car than the squel in this one.

submariner409
02-17-08, 10:14 PM
Read the OP. This is a 4.9, not a N*.

Lithorian
02-17-08, 10:18 PM
id set my money on a severe intake leake before a blown head gasket, any water in the oil?