Engine problem

2000 FORD EXPLORER
69,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RICHARD LANDON
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2000 ford explorer 4.0 OHV V6 engine
Water in oil and oil in cooling system. Help!
Jan 1, 2011 at 6:40 PM
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MERLIN2021
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It's either a cracked block, or real bad gasket problem. Option is new engine or replace the car. If you opt for an engine, you also need to get the oil out of the coolaing system parts. Radiator goes to a radiator shop for boiling.
Jan 1, 2011 at 6:48 PM
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