So I'm seeing more and more people with head gasket issues. I'm looking for advise with mine.
I've got a 2006 LIberty CRD which has has a progressively worsening coolant issue. It rarely leaves puddles (none for a long time now) but seems to push coolant out of the overflow tank. I've had it into the dealership several times and they've been unable or unwilling to call a final diagnosis up until this past week (more in a moment). Up to this point they have replaced the water pump, coolant tank, and thermostat. They've tested the coolant for exhaust gases and insisted that the test was negative.
This past week they've come back with "there must be an internal leak; perhaps a head gasket or cracked head, or cracked block" - with the service adviser clearly leaning towards the cracked block.
From there I start getting estimates for a head gasket, new head, and new engine. None are particularly appealing when I consider that the vehicle does have 175K miles on it.
So I'm feeling like I need a second opinion from someone who knows these engines; at least to the probability of a cracked head or block. Others on this list who've made the repair and have had success or failure? And was it a permanent fix?
I like my Liberty, I've had it since 40K miles, but I not married to it. I know what it's market value is, and what a comparable vehicle would cost. At this moment I'm trying to decide if I should declare it a lost cause. Any advise is greatly appreciated.
Kenneth
Parker, CO
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