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How much does it generally cost to have a blown head gasket repaired at a dealership or at an independent auto shop?
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∙ 8y ago
Well it will cost an avg about 600-800 dollars to get it repaired depending on the the type of car and size of engine and some the will look at it and add on some money for how hard it will be to get access to it.
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How do you repair a blown head gasket or cracked head?
A blown gasket can be repaired by replacing the gasket...if you are talking about the head gasket, then you have to remove the cylinder head from the engine block and replace the gasket that is inbetween them. Cracked heads generally have to be replaced because they are made of aluminum which cannot be repaired permanently once it is cracked.
How is a head gasket leak repaired on a 1998 Chrysler Sebring?
It requires replacing the head gasket.
What damage does blown head gasket do if not repaired at once?
If not repaired at once you will get water in the oilpan. It can warp the engine head.
How does water get into an engine?
Usually when the cylinder head gasket is blown (broken or damaged). It cannot be repaired but has to be replaced with a new head gasket.
Need a head gasket repaired?
Contact a ASE certified mechanic in your area.
Does a 2006 Chevy Cobalt oil pan require a gasket?
Yes get it from the dealership
How can you change head gasket seal on Ford Falcon EL?
hi if you replace the head gasket you will need to have the head repaired and machined as the head alloy eat's out which causes the gasket to fail
What could be the cause of losing anti-freeze on 2002 Nissan altima?
Other than a leak, a blown head gasket. Very serious, so stop driving until this is repaired if you suspect a blown head gasket. Serious engine damage will occur.Other than a leak, a blown head gasket. Very serious, so stop driving until this is repaired if you suspect a blown head gasket. Serious engine damage will occur.
Had head gasket repaired orange light on dash on and usin lots of petrol?
Take it back to the garage that did the head gasket repair. They probably misplaced a vacuum line.
How far can you drive a diesel van with a blown head gasket?
Not very. You should stop and get it repaired ASAP.
Can a failed head gasket cause further problems to the engine?
Yes, a blown head gasket will allow coolant to enter the combustion chamber and the oil pan mixing with the oil. This will, if not repaired, slowly destroy the engine bearings and rings. STOP driving this car until you have this repaired.
Antifreeze leaks into the oil is vehicle still good?
You've got either a leaking intake gasket or a leaking head gasket. It's a serious problem which needs to be repaired.
