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Old 01-10-2016, 11:46 PM
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Why does a head gasket leak cause overheating? Especially when there isn't a significant loss of coolant.
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Old 01-11-2016, 11:07 AM
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Why does a head gasket leak cause overheating? Especially when there isn't a significant loss of coolant.
why do u ask that? Do u have a 2000-2001 4.0?
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No. I have a 98 4.0, I don't believe the head is cracked if that's what you're getting at.
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Because you're blowing hot exhaust gases and compression into the cooling system.
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