redwarlock
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- June 13, 2010
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- City, State
- Phoenixville PA
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 1996 xlt & 2004 xlt
I have a 2004 Xlt Explorer with a little over 115000 miles. Have been noticing a coolant leak at thermostat housing, and the trail leads back to the intake manifold. Have not fixed yet, just add coolant when needed. Last time I checked the coolant level, noticed the cap was hard to get off, and once off , caught a big wiff of gas. Upon investigation, found gas mixing with coolant. There are no overheating problems and no smoke from exhaust. Oil level is good and no coolant. Is this a head gasket problem? Cracked head? Intake manifold problem. Going to perform a compression test to see if any cylinders seem weak or bleed down. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. I had a 6.0 liter F550 that had a cracked head that filled cooling system with fuel. Have never seen this with a gas engine.