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  1. 5th May 2012, 15:48 #1
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    Default Head gasket ?

    What are the main signs of headgasket gone n what test can i.do at home to check i have a vectra 2002 2.0 dti thanks

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    Check ya oil matey. If its creamy then the head gasket may have failed. Either open the oil filler cap or pull out the dip stick.


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    Water in the oil turning the oil to a mayonnaise type goo

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    Oil is fine mate but keeps want coolant thought might need gasket

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    You may have a coolant leak somewhere then. Is the radiator ok?


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    Thanks mate ill have look..any idea on price if it raditor ?

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