Head gasket
(→Symptoms of a blown head gasket) |
(→Reasons why head gaskets fail) |
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*Overheating, possibly from a blown hose, water pump, or thermostat. | *Overheating, possibly from a blown hose, water pump, or thermostat. | ||
*Engine pre-ignition or detonation. | *Engine pre-ignition or detonation. | ||
| + | *Improperly torqued cylinder head. | ||
| + | *Faulty cylinder head bolts. | ||
*Some blocks are more prone to head gasket failure, because the bolt positioning applies uneven pressure | *Some blocks are more prone to head gasket failure, because the bolt positioning applies uneven pressure | ||
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