Why is there a milky substance on my oil dipstick?

Asked by MajorJohnnyLujan Aug 15, 2016 at 12:10 PM about the 1999 Honda Accord EX

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I just replaced the radiator on my car because it had a leak.  My car is still
overheating and losing antifreeze from somewhere even though it is not
leaking anywhere.  I just checked the oil this morning and the dipstick had a
milky substance on it.  Am I getting water in my oil and if so what is the
problem and can I fix it without having to replace the engine.

1 Answer
157,295

Bob answered 7 years ago

It is very likely a bad head gasket or cracked cylinder head. Coolant in the oil will turn it milky brown.

2 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • Why is there a milky substance on my oil dipstick? 1 Answer

    I just replaced the radiator on my car because it had a leak. My car is still overheating and losing antifreeze from somewhere even though it is not leaking anywhere. I just checked the oil this m...

    1999 Honda Accord EX

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Why is my battery light on? 3 Answers

    My battery light is on and I just fully charged my battery and replaced my alternator. Is there something else I should be checking?

    2006 Honda Accord SE

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • where is the oil dipstick located in a 3.0L engine? 1 Answer

    I need to check the oil level in 2005 Honda 3.0L, I don't see the oil dipstick.

    2005 Honda Accord EX with Leather

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Why is there an Oil leak from distributor cap 1 Answer

    What would cause my distributor cap to leak oil, and what's the fix?

    1996 Honda Accord LX V6

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Is my oil low in my car. 2 Answers

    Is my oil low

    1999 Honda Accord EX V6

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

1999 Honda Accord

Write a car review

Review another car

Shortcuts

Search Honda Accord Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    JP1956
    Reputation
    6,870
  • #2
    Fredbrillo
    Reputation
    5,310
  • #3
    dandyoun
    Reputation
    3,840
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Toyota Camry
2,011 Great Deals out of 38,043 listings starting at $700
Used Honda Civic
1,256 Great Deals out of 29,781 listings starting at $1,571
Used Honda CR-V
1,942 Great Deals out of 40,403 listings starting at $1,499
Used Toyota Corolla
1,474 Great Deals out of 24,337 listings starting at $1,777
Used Honda Accord Coupe
54 Great Deals out of 1,002 listings starting at $2,900
Used Nissan Altima
1,182 Great Deals out of 36,960 listings starting at $1,917
Used BMW 3 Series
1,100 Great Deals out of 13,037 listings starting at $1,500
Used Nissan Maxima
244 Great Deals out of 3,468 listings starting at $1,995
Used Ford Mustang
864 Great Deals out of 23,012 listings starting at $1,995
Used Lexus ES
430 Great Deals out of 8,565 listings starting at $1,100

Used Cars for Sale

2024 Honda Accord For Sale
65 Great Deals out of 11,713 listings starting at $23,594
2023 Honda Accord For Sale
116 Great Deals out of 1,149 listings starting at $21,450
2022 Honda Accord For Sale
128 Great Deals out of 1,419 listings starting at $19,999
2021 Honda Accord For Sale
162 Great Deals out of 2,653 listings starting at $16,799
2020 Honda Accord For Sale
109 Great Deals out of 1,646 listings starting at $13,398

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.