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How do i know when the motor is locked up? I was driving on I-24 and my car started slowing down. The only lights on was the check engine and battery light. I was told that it was the starter so I had that replaced. when the starter was installed I was told that the motor was locked up. The oil was low and I had no signs of an oil leak or ticking noise. It has the proper amount of oil in it now, It tries to turn over with a jump but does not turn all of the way. only make a ticking noise as if the battery is dead. The fan and other items turn when I try to start it. Has the motor gone out?
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If the engine has locked up due to running low on oil until it stopped, you may have ruined the engine. You can tell if the engine's siezed (locked up) by putting a long wrench on the crankshaft bolt and trying to turn the engine by hand. If it won't move or won't move except a little bit, then that's bad news. If you can turn the engine with some effort, but it turns, there's hope. Here's a directory link for you: http://repairpal.com/oldsmobile-repair-in-oak-grove-kentucky