Head gasket problem

2003 KIA PREGIO
350,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MATTHEW JOHN SMITH
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The engine temperature gauge only gets to half way but pressure build up causing the coolant out of the over flow. What is my problem please?
Jan 22, 2018 at 6:53 AM
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It sounds like you have a blown head gasket, but to confirm the issue lets run this guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken
Jan 23, 2018 at 10:26 AM
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