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RossRunning a car with no thermostat will decrease gas mileage and pollute because the engine is not being maintained at optimum temperature. On the cars made in the last 20 years that are computerized, this can effect other system efficiency. However, if it is only temporary it will probably be unnoticed.
On some newer vehicles it will trip the check engine light.
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Will your 98 ford windstar start if it has a blown head gasket?
Probably, unless a cylinder has filled with engine coolant. In any case it is not a good idea to run an engine in that condition, if coolant mixes with the motor oil you can expect more damage to the engine.
What happens if you put too much coolant in?
If you use more water than coolant, then your car isn't protected against freezing conditions to as low of a temperature as the container may indicate. Also there is a possibility of rusting if you use only water (I've been told).
What is wrong with a car with cloudy brown oil?
Looks like you're getting coolant mixed in with the engine oil. Not good. Receipe for disaster. Could be a bad head gasket and/or cracked head. Do not run engine any longer until you have it checked out. Coolant in the oil will destroy bearings in a short time.
Why dont the engine start without starter fluid?
Not getting any fuel.
Why do you not have any heat in 95 dodge neon but rear defrost works?
Rear defrost has nothing to do with the engine. Possible causes, low in coolant, faulty thermostat, air lock in the coolant system, faulty temp. switch, ( manual or electronic?) inside car. Did you replace anything? Add any antifreeze? Change any hoses?
