2002 Ford Windstar Repair Question

Topics covered: Coolant, Engine, Gas.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on May 6, 2012

I have a 2002 Ford Windstar SE van with a 3.8 v6 in it. Water/coolant gets in the cylinders and/or oil. I recently changed oil and filter to maybe help the sputtering in the engine. after doing this and run the engine, it slightly improves idle. What coul

First thought vehicle needed a tune up, found out there was water/coolant getting into the oil.

Replied on May 6, 2012

sorry u will need to replace your head gaskets

Answered by cadieman (expert)
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Replied on May 7, 2012

Very common problem with that engine. Does it have hi mileage on it

Answered by djcl (expert)
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