Engine over heating

Tiny
ARIGMZ30
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  • 2002 MAZDA TRIBUTE
  • 188,004 MILES
I recently changed a hose that was connected to I am thinking the motor, but my car still is overheating and I keep putting water so it will not overheat. I think water got in the motor but I do not know how.
Monday, August 21st, 2017 AT 6:42 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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You could have a blown head gasket. Here are two guides we should start with to get you going in the right direction:

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, August 21st, 2017 AT 6:10 PM

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