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Question: Coolant level is fine but temp gauge runs to hot, also white smoke from exhaust

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Tippy283, 4.0L V6, Laurel, MD, September 03, 2011, 15:20
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white smoke from exhause about 5 min when first start truck now temp gauge running to hot when coolant level is fine. Just purchased truck 2 days ago, think I brought a lemon.

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    easauto from Environmental Automotive Services, September 03, 2011, 15:40
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    Would check to see if the head gasket is blown

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    Tippy283, September 03, 2011, 15:58
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    Thank You, only means of transportation, is truck still driveable for 2 weeks until can be fixed. How must done a head gasket repair cost?

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    EXPERTEC September 03, 2011, 20:25
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    DO NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE ANYMORE! You need to have it checked for a blown head gasket or cracked head. If you continue to drive it you will be putting an engine in it.

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