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Coolant in oil, pop heard there was no coolant?

Tiny
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  • 2008 FORD EDGE
  • 3.5L
  • V6
  • 236,000 MILES
My car ran hot for the first time out of the blue with no one whatsoever. I pulled over pop heard there was no coolant in my reservoir and my oil had the milky mixed oil look. My question is, can I drain the oil and filter change out replace my water pump and timing chain without replacing the whole engine? Is it even worth doing or should I just get a new vehicle?
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Sunday, March 19th, 2023 AT 10:59 AM

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Tiny
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It sounds like the head gasket let go but the engine is going to need to be disassembled. This guide can help you understand the problem better:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolantantifreeze-in-the-engine-oil

You need to decide if the car is worth fixing by its condition and keep in mind that car payments will not stop for 5 to 6 years. I would get some estimates and weigh your options. Please let us know what's happens or if you need help with anything else.

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