Q: Head gasket
I think the problem is with head gasket because the coolant is missing and there is no leak I guess. And also the engine oil is mixed with coolant, it looks like milky white. I also hear a loud noise from engine.
My car has 94000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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