2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser overheating

2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
98,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KEITH EVANS
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the pt is blowing antifreeze out the top of the radiator when adding coolant. why?
Feb 4, 2010 at 6:37 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If it is blowing it out when the engine is cool, chances are you have a bad head gasket. Have the compression tested to see if there is low compression in one.

If you need directions, let me know.
Joe
Feb 12, 2010 at 11:37 AM
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