Engine oil milk white color

2004 FORD FREESTAR
193,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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JUSTIN OWENS
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The motor oil is milky white, it does not overheat.
Jun 1, 2019 at 11:05 AM
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KASEKENNY
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Hi Justin,

More than likely you have a blown head gasket but there are some other things that can cause this.

Here is a guide that will run you through the basics:

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

https://youtu.be/5zpNjYmmiYY

Just because it doesn't overheat doesn't mean it is not a head gasket issue. I would recommend performing the tests listed in the video to confirm a head gasket. Just based on experience, I doubt it is anything else but a head gasket issue.

Let me know if you need anything else and I will be happy to assist. If you want me to send you the process for replacing these, let me know which engine you have. 3.9L or 4.2L.

Thanks
Jun 1, 2019 at 5:36 PM
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