you must remove the timing chain and head. This will then give you access to the head gasket
There is no bottom head gasket. There is just a head gasket. One gasket for each head. The intake and exhaust manifold must be removed. Then the head is removed. This is a major repair, requiring skill, knowledge, and the proper tools. Take it to a professional.
Most likely a blown head gasket. Check for foam in your oil, if yes, then for sure, it's a blown head gasket. Oill will look white and foamy in most cases
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No I cant
if its the 3.1, 3.3, or 3.8 engine labor hours average 4.5 hours
Read here for a basic walkthrough. http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=245686&postid=2595632
you have a blown head gasket
The head gasket is sandwiched between the head and the engine block. Just go purchase one and you will know what is looks like.
95% of the time yes, but not always.
$800.00 parts and labor
Under the cylinder head. Under the cylinder head. Unless you're talking about another gasket, but then you'd use the same logic.
No, you should never have to trim a head gasket. If the holes do not match up, you have the wrong gasket.No, you should never have to trim a head gasket. If the holes do not match up, you have the wrong gasket.