2001 Oldsmobile Bravada Why my engine is running hot and sh

2001 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
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BRITNICOLE
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Engine Mechanical problem
2001 Oldsmobile Bravada 6 cyl All Wheel Drive Automatic 111K miles

What is the known problem when my vehicle is presenting all of the following problems at the same time:
1. Engine shutting off while running(sitting or moving)
2. Engine vibrations and stalling
3. Temperature hand indicating running hot
4. Exhausted white smoke and steam upon cranking
5. Not being able to crank for long periods of time.
Nov 3, 2009 at 10:01 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you are getting white smoke, you may have a blown head gasket. Have the compression tested. Here is a how to if you want to do it yourself.

https://www.2carpros.com/dia/how_to_check_compression.htm

Let me know what you find.
Nov 28, 2009 at 1:44 PM