1993 Pontiac Grand Am SE 3.3L from North America
Summary:
I am happy to own this car
Faults:
I just bought this car knowing it needed a heater core, i noticed in many other adds that it is a common problem, and I have heard from a few people saying it is a pain to replace, but I'm not shure. I would like to know the procedure in installing a new heater core or if it is a difficult project.
Thanks.
General Comments:
Very powerful 3.3L v6.
Comfortable, and roomy.
Very good shape.
90,000 miles.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 6th October, 2006
31st May 2006, 18:26
I had the same car with the 3.3 Engine in it. Had the same problem when the power steering hose went, the oil pretty much got all over the back exhaust manifold behind the engine. After getting the hose repaired, still noticed a little bit of smoke still coming out. I opened the hood to see that it was coming from the back of the engine where the exhaust was. I decided to steam wash the engine pretty good because I figured that washing out the oil would solve it. After words, letting the engine sit and dry, started it up, steam starting coming out from the evaporating water. After a while, drove it and the smoke stopped, so it was pretty much the power steering fluid sitting on the back of the engine, etc. Recommend probably washing your engine and cover your battery and air filter intake.