Milky dipstick

2008 MAZDA CX-9
132,200 MILES • 3.7L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KANNYK
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Engine get hot, and engine light is on. check the oil and milky stain on the stick.
Apr 17, 2020 at 12:56 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

This is an indication of oil mixing with coolant from a possible head gasket failure.

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

At this point, it would not be worth repairing the engine as the coolant mix damages the bearings in the motor as well.

It would be best to replace the engine with either a used or rebuilt engine.

Roy
Apr 17, 2020 at 3:44 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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I attached a you tube video with coolant in the oil.

I also attached a picture of the location of the head gaskets for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqyb2Ug3R8E

I included the procedure from youtube as well for your engine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhqNajYjewg

Roy
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Apr 17, 2020 at 12:26 PM
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KANNYK
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Thanks for your prompt diagnosis. Do you know any reliable place to buy a used or rebuild engine? Thanks again, this is really helpful.
Apr 17, 2020 at 3:12 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Yes. Go to this site, www.car-part.com

Enter you zip code and your car information and they will list all the places that the engine along with contact information and emails.

I have used them many times and has great success.

Roy
Apr 17, 2020 at 3:44 PM