My engine oil is muddy and I saw white smoke?

2011 LINCOLN MKZ
156,000 MILES
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MANDELA ROBERTS
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My engine oil is muddy, and I saw white smoke, but I got a thermostat and a new radiator about a month ago and starter. what am I looking at price wise and what could be the problem?
Dec 30, 2024 at 7:30 AM
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Head Gasket Repair:

Labor: $1,000-$2,000 (depends on local labor rates and the complexity of the repair).
Parts: $200-$400 for a head gasket kit.
Total: $1,200-$2,400.

This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/recognizing-the-symptoms-understanding-a-blown-head-gasket-in-your-vehicle

Let us know if you need anything else.
Dec 30, 2024 at 11:20 AM
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