how do i know if i have a head gasket problem

1999 HOLDEN COMMODORE
169,000 MILES
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NICKNASR
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how do i really know if i have a head gasket problem on my 1999 holden commodore VT it doesent overheat temperature doesnt going over half & doesnt blow any smoke out of exhaust
Jun 21, 2012 at 8:21 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Check engine compression and also have it block and pressure tested
Jun 21, 2012 at 9:38 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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You can get a head check done, this is a simple chemical test to check for Co in the cooling system. Why do you think that it has a head problem in the first place?
Jun 23, 2012 at 10:48 AM
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