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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 5:19 AM
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IHA 97 Malibu 2.4L. About a year ago the overflow coolant reservoir warning light came on. Even after filling the reservoir the light remained. A Chevy dealership suggested replacing the pressure cap. This did the trick. However, a year later the light came back on. I replaced the cap again but it still has not gone out. There is water in the reservoir and there are no noticeable leaks. The reservoir is not loosing water.

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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 7:26 PM
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Could be a faulty sensor at the reservoir.
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 7:41 PM
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Dex cool tends to gum the sensors up
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Old Apr 3, 2007 | 2:11 PM
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thanks. I was thinking it might be the sensor. the Chiltons manual sates I have to replace the whole overflor tank. What!?! I know I can buy teh sensor separate. Do i really have to replace the tank?
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Old Apr 26, 2007 | 11:11 AM
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Replacd teh sensor and flushed the cooling system. All is well now! Much cheaper alternative to replacing teh whole tank. Stupid manual!
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