2000 Mazda MPV coolant leak

HUNNY82

MEMBER
2000 MAZDA MPV
2.5L
V6
2WD

We have a 2000 mazda mpv. It began overheating and coolant not staying filled we changed the thermostat. At first it was still overheating. Now it is now longer overheating. The coolant is still not staying. We have checked oil for white milky on cap and none found.A/c and heat is working. Please help!

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CARADIODOC

MECHANIC
33,873 POSTS

The first suspect, even before the thermostat, would be a leaking cylinder head gasket. Your mechanic can perform a chemical test at the radiator to verify that. The test involves drawing air from the radiator, while the engine is running, through a glass cylinder with two chambers partially-filled with a special dark blue liquid. If combustion gases are present, the liquid will turn bright yellow.