Two problems related to engine head gasket failure have been reported for the 1997 Ford Mustang. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front timing gasket failed, causing loss of coolant from 3. 8l v6 engine. Dealer notifed, and informed consumer that vehicle was out of its warranty, and not covered under a manufacturer's recall. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Car had been running hot with anit-freeze in engine. Car finally over heated and was taken to "bp gas station, 4499 roswell rd. , atlanta GA 30342, 404/255-5341 or 404/252-8204 chuck allen manager " mr. Allen 1st said timing gasket failed & would cost $200 to fix. Then when he removed timing cover found a major crack in it next to a bolt hole, "stress point" & that it would cost over $500 to fix now. Also stated that this fairly new car with low miles should not be having this kind of problem and that it is more than likely a defect from manfacturer. Car had been to "banner Ford, 1665 scott blvd, decatur GA 30033, 404/633-4005, stephen c. Watson, sr. " on 08/18/98 with 34,143 miles "car still under a 3y/36m warranty" for running hot & stalling in traffic. They replaced fule gage tank unit, but should have noticed oil & anti-freez dripping did nothing. 10/24/98 car back to banner 36,440 miles "440 miles over warranty" - they gave an oil change & top off fluids again the fact that the car is dripping oil & anti-freeze has not been either noticed or just not mentioned & reported. Two months later the engine finally gives out and the cars is "2,100 miles" over warranty & the dealership, tidwell, where purchased "svc manager" says I'm out of luck and with an attitude! could you please investigate or advise me, sincerely,. . . . . . . Shelby pease.