Blew all oil out...

Asked by Amy Dec 27, 2016 at 11:20 AM about the 1999 Ford Mustang Coupe RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 99 Mustang...  Changed harmonic
balancer.. Fuel pump...  Now it over heated
blew oil out the bottom but still starts..  

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It might start up but if you run it without oil, it won't run long. Sounds like you have a project motor on hand, in need of major servicing.

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^^ well did not expect all the points for such a non-answer lol. I'll try and give you some more specific suggestions: first address the overheating - check the entire cooling system (radiator, water pump, thermostat, all hoses, degas/overflow bottle, and especially the radiator cap for cracks or improper seal). Overheating can also be caused by a blown head gasket, but that should be looked at by a mechanic. Block tester or a compression test can confirm a head gasket issue. Then move on to the oil. Actually 'blowing oil' is a significant problem, but you need to look and confirm just what the problem is. Oil generally leaks from an engine, but doesn't blow out, with few exceptions such as an improperly fitted oil filter, or external oil coolers on engines equipped with such. Oil may have leaked from a rear main seal, or leaked from the oil pan or valve covers. It might be that your transmission cooler lines blew out, as your radiator has a transmission cooler built into it - look toward the bottom of your radiator, you'll see a couple hydraulic lines running into it, look/feel for any reddish fluid around it. Hope this helps - your best bet, TOW it (don't drive it) to a shop, or have a mechanic friend evaluate it.

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