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Can a bad catalytic converter cause my 92 lexus to smoke?
No, any smoke is coming from the engine.No, any smoke is coming from the engine.
What does a PCV valve do in a 2001 Ford Focus?
"Positive Crankcase Ventilation" Catalytic converter burns up oil smoke sucked out of the engine from the PCV.
Will your car smoke if your catalytic converter is bad?
Not likley. You will normally see a loss of power and the converter will get red hot.
Why would exhaust smoke and smell like sulfur?
Probably two problems. The smoke is most likely oil from an engine problem. The sulfur is the catalytic converter bad. The oil plugs the converter making it run hotter and putting out more sulfur dioxide.
Black smoke from Honda accord exhaust?
Black smoke is an indication of an overly rich fuel/air mixture. Your check engine light should be on with this condition. You can ruin the O2 sensor and the catalytic converter if you do not get this repaired ASAP.
Will your diesel smoke if you remove the catalytic converter?
Yes and no. It will smoke more at start up and if you really hammer on it. But just cruising down the highway no.
Why does my 1997 Saab blow white smoke out the tailpipe?
It could be transmission fluid or coolant, or a problem with the catalytic converter.
Why does your exhaust blow black smoke?
Black smoke from the exhaust it a symptom of an overly rich fuel/air mixture. Have this repaired or it will destroy your O2 sensor and catalytic converter.
Why smoke come out of your 2002 ford focus se when you start the engine?
You could have breaks in your PCV hose, like we had, and all the oil residue is not being sent to the Catalytic Converter, or you have abused the engine and your rings are shot. Take it to a trusted mechanic for a free estimate.
What would cause a Mazda Protege to smoke after idling for about five minutes?
Where is the smoke coming from? If it's the engine you may have bad valve covers or something is burning up from under the hood. Check the source and check it fast. If it comes from the tailpipe you may have a catalytic converter problem.
Why does catalytic converter clog?
Catalytic converters clog due to the carbon that the car produces. Usually, when the carbon has built up inside the cat., black smoke will come out of the tailpipe when you rev the engine. In extreme cases, black soot is visible on the ground next to the vehicle's tailpipe. Crystal Woll
How do you make your 2001 Dodge Cummings blow black smoke?
First start with removing the DPF which is the same as catalytic converter then purchase a chip or programmer I suggest the Edge juice w/ attitude and that should give you decent smoke if you still want more invest in high flow injectors and lift pump because remember more fuel = more smoke
