1997 Honda Prelude overheating

1997 HONDA PRELUDE
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RAVENBLUE1
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Over heats and throws white smoke from the exhaust. Changed the thermostat and hose. what else could it be?
Apr 24, 2014 at 1:27 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Definitely not the thermostat, but it is likely not opening. White smoke from the exhaust is due to engine coolant burning in the engine due to a leaking cylinder head gasket, or less likely, a cracked cylinder head. Combustion gases will pool under the thermostat and prevent it from opening. Thermostats need to be hit with hot liquid to open. Hot air won't do it.
Apr 24, 2014 at 3:08 PM
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