2002 Volkswagen GTI Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Gas, Oil cooler.
Mileage: 140,000 miles.
Mileage: 140,000 miles.
Asked on November 12, 2011
Do I have a blown head gaskett?
My coolant disappears 5 minutes after driving and my oil pressure light comes on once I get to about 15 mph. I checked the oil and it was milky. I don't want to know the answer here but do I have a blown head gaskett?
I would also like to know if this is where all my coolant is going...(into the engine). Thanks.
Signed,
No bad news.
I would also like to know if this is where all my coolant is going...(into the engine). Thanks.
Signed,
No bad news.
Asked by msmccorkleAnswer
Replied on November 12, 2011
Could be. Could also be a cracked head. It needs to be looked into further.
Replied on November 17, 2011
Check the oil cooler. It's very common for oil coolers to have internal leaks. Do NOT replace the engine or headgasket without first doing a leakdown or compression test. If it is the headgasket, your engine will fail a leakdown test.
But first, look at the oil cooler.
