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Possibly a blown head gasket, allowing coolant water into the engine cylinders. Check the tail pipe exhaust for water vapor (be careful! it is hot!).

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Q: What would cause thumping noise in engine when you drive and when you shut the car off it sounds like a coolant problem but dont know?
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