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

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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.

Tippy283 in Laurel MD

Sep 3, 2011

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

What is your question?

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.

Tippy283 in Laurel MD

Sep 3, 2011

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easautoon Sep 3, 2011

Would check to see if the head gasket is blown

Tippy283on Sep 3, 2011

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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EXPERTECon Sep 4, 2011

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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What are the best Ford repair shops?

RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 1997 Ford Explorer. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.

1997 Ford Explorer auto repair 1997 Ford Explorer estimates 1997 Ford Explorer questions 1997 Ford Explorer problems 1997 Ford Explorer recalls

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easautoon Sep 3, 2011

Would check to see if the head gasket is blown

Tippy283on Sep 3, 2011

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?

Reply in Thread

EXPERTECon Sep 4, 2011

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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