What are the symptoms of a blown engine head gasket?

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HarrisonRose
07/29/25 7:07pm
Here is a detailed introduction to the symptoms of a blown engine head gasket in a car: 1. Abnormal noise at the intake pipe port: If the head gasket is damaged between two cylinders, the engine will lack power, the car will have poor acceleration and driving performance. When the air filter is removed, abnormal noise will be heard at the intake pipe port during engine idle. 2. Blue smoke from the exhaust: If the damaged part of the head gasket is connected to the oil passage, some engine oil will flow into the cylinder and burn, resulting in blue smoke from the exhaust. 3. White smoke from the exhaust: If the damaged part of the head gasket is connected to the water jacket hole, bubbles will appear in the radiator, the engine may overheat, and white smoke will be emitted from the exhaust. 4. Abnormal noise at the damaged area: If the damaged part of the head gasket is exposed to the external atmosphere, the engine's performance will deteriorate, fuel efficiency will worsen, and intense abnormal noise will be heard at the damaged area.
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