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Will not start after the engine overheated?

Tiny
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  • 2008 FORD ESCAPE
  • 3.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
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  • 100,000 MILES
Overheated and blew out a little smoke then shut off and won't start now. I know the water pump needs to be replaced but what else is wrong? Why won't it start a how can I fix/repair it at minimum cost?
Friday, October 21st, 2022 AT 6:53 AM

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Tiny
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If the engine was extremely overheated you may have lost compression which means the engine will need to be replaced, if you can upload a short video of the engine cranking over, I can tell you for sure.

You can also do a compression test to confirm the damage.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

And this guide may help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

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Friday, October 21st, 2022 AT 10:39 AM

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