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Expert: - 7/26/2007


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My car is overheating and loosing coolant. There is steam comming out of the tailpipe. I am wondering what it could be? maybe a cracked head?


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The steam may be coolant, are you loosing massive amounts?The head being cracked is questionable,you would have to remove it know for sure.You have a headgasket problem.Remove the spark plugs to know which cylinder it maybe there will look different then the others.
You'll have to have the head machine for sure as well.

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Don Berlan

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ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years. Can help with all aspects of BMW repair. I especially enjoy driveablity problems, mechanical or electrical.

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I have been an ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years.I have worked in many dealearships although BMW's are my favorite.I now have my own shop,specializing in BMW's.I have autocrossed and even gotten into mud running with my 4x4.(I am NOT a teacher and don't claim to know everything about the cars I never see.I hope to help you with your repairs and do expect some knowledge on your side.)

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CMVTI, Auburn Maine

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