2005 Mazda6 Auto - Oil in water

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Mon 24 Oct 2011 22:25
2005 Mazda6 Auto - Oil in water - jammods

Hi, I have oil coming from the overflow pip of my radiator header tank. No water present in the oil though.

Does this suggest a blown head gasket - hope not!

Car hasnt overheated or cut out, but oily water has leaked all over engine bay.

Thanks in advance for any advice from the forum

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Mon 24 Oct 2011 23:12
2005 Mazda6 Auto - Oil in water - Peter.N.

Sounds very much the head gasket I am afraid. The only other possibility is a leaky oil to water cooler if it has one. Its a popular misconception that a failed head gasket causes overheating, what does cause it is if the leak is bad enough to pressurise the system and blow most of the water out.

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Wed 26 Oct 2011 00:00
2005 Mazda6 Auto - Oil in water - 1litregolfeater

Could be the turbo if it has one

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