1994 Mercury Station Wagon Been sitting for a year

1994 MERCURY SABLE STATION WAGON
96,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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AJEFFER1
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The car was sitting around not being used for about a year. I got it a new battery and about ten minutes after running it it started to fun hot and smoke from the hood. The check engine light came on as well. What can I do to fix it?

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Aug 29, 2015 at 1:21 PM
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HMAC300
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check for full coolant then replace the thermostat and pressure check coolant system for leaks.
Aug 29, 2015 at 3:40 PM
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Put it out of its misery. Your description makes me think there are multiple problems, BIG problems. Starting with a blown head gasket and probably a roached water pump.
Aug 29, 2015 at 3:44 PM
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