1999 Ford Mondeo thermostat

1999 FORD MONDEO
87,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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DERMOT_DUFFY1974
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Replaced my thermoastat yesterday, ran the car twice, the fan is kicking in and the temp gauge remains in the centre, however the is condensation at the top of the coolant tank and its bubling in the cornera tiny bit is this normal for a ten year old car, can you help please
Jul 10, 2009 at 4:09 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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is there any oil mixed with the coolant or coolant mixed in the engine oil ? if so then your head gasket is damaged. if not then your vehicle is OK at this time.
Jul 10, 2009 at 4:31 PM
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DERMOT_DUFFY1974
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I drained the coolant but it was completely clear.
Jul 12, 2009 at 2:00 PM
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