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Emissions and Exhaust Systems

Internal combustion engines have byproducts called emissions. These byproducts are either particulates or gaseous chemicals. Emissions travel from the engine via an exhaust system, which is a system of pipes that leads the emission away from the combustion source.

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Is denatured alcohol safe to put in the gas tank of a vehicle?

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No Never, you must use Fuel 90, 92 or 95 (and Higher), but some Cars needs Diesel Like Hyundai H1.

Warning!:: If you used Fuel 80 your Car will be completly destroyed and it won't go to up to 120 KM/H.

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Note:: Better Feul (95 or 98 etc...) Costs more money I use 92.

97 turbo talon and it has white smoke that smells like oil coming out the exhaust it seemed to start after i adjusted the Blow Off Valve dont know if that would affect it what could it be?

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It could DEFINITELY cause it, I am not saying that you can not modify your engine, Just keep in mind that an engine is an air pump, and The piston comes up to top dead center, (NOTICE THE USE OF THE WORD,DEAD) when the piston is down it has about as much volume as A drinking glass in the cylinder, When it is up, it has about as much as you would have in your mouth, NOT CAN HOLD, WOULD HAVE IN YOUR MOUTH WHEN DRINKING WATER,The TURBO CHARGER compresses the air BEFORE the engine gets it, So what would normally be equal to A GLASS of FUEL/AIR MIXTURE, Is now equal to A 2 liter bottle, When you "ADJUST" the pop off, Or really tighten it up, You do not let the EXCESS air escape before it hurts your engine, You definitely need to "READJUST" the pop off, at least A littly, KEEP IN MIND, you may have already broken rings, or piston, or bent rods, or blown headgasket, For your sake I hope not,REALLY GOOD LUCK, Jamison

What does error code P0463 mean?

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Trouble code P0463 means:Fuel level sensor circuit high input

What causes thick black smoke?

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Thick black smoke can be produced by a variety of things, including the burning of some kinds of plastic.

What does it mean when black smoke comes out the exhaust and the car starts going about 30 MPH?

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sounds like it could be your oxygen sensor. If it was me I'd replace it. If you smell a strong odor of gas, it could be your MAP sensor. You might also have a bad pickup in the distributor. Good luck.

When i start up my chv350 for like maybe 1 min it smokes white smoke out of the tailpipe i looked and i think the gasket for thermostat is leaking and i have a hairline crack on my manifold what 2 do?

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White smoke from the exhaust is a sign of a blown head gasket. Stop driving the car until you get this repaired. Coolant in the combustion chamber will destroy this engine in short order.

1988 Silverado 12 ton 150000 miles when running a lot of white smoke comes out of tail-pipe It does this when you start it or when driving what causes this?

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White smoke is an indicator you have a head gasket leak. The white smoke is actually water or coolant mixing into the combustion chamber with the fuel and air. Have you noticed a bit of a rough idle? Have you looked at your coolant level lately?

What could cause a leak in the exhaust pipe of a 2002 Lancer?

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Exhaust gasses are escaping through a hole or rotted section of exhaust system

What is causing white smoke to come out of the exhaust for a few seconds when you first start your car?

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White Smoke from ExhaustA little whitish vapor in the first few seconds after start-up is nothing to worry about; it's condensation being blown out of the exhaust system and will quickly disperse. Smoke that persists, however, is cause for concern.

* Black smoke comes from partially burned fuel. This indicates that the air filter or fuel system needs to be serviced.

* Blue smoke indicates burning oil is a bad sign. Clouds of blue smoke on start-up may indicate worn valve-guide seals, valves, or piston rings, the latter of which can mean a cylinder-head or engine rebuild is needed.

* Billowy white smoke may indicate that coolant is getting into the engine. Another bad sign. This can be a result of a blown head gasket, damaged cylinder head, or even a cracked block. All are expensive repairs.

What is the purpose of a exhaust silencer?

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To silence the exhaust. Noisy cars disturb the peace and if loud enough your car won't pass inspection and cops will find a liking to you.

What can cause blue exhaust?

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Blue smoke can be caused by a blown head gasket. .

Blue is oil being burned in the engine.

What does it mean when black smoke comes out of driver side exhaust pipe on 1994 caprice?

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Is your check engine light on ? If it is then have the engine scanned with an engine scanner. Black smoke means engine/fuel system is to rich./to much fuel.

Could be the MAP sensor,Fuel pressure regulator, coolant sensor. You need to scan the engine.

What is wrong with your car if there is white smoke coming from the tailpipe and the oil is not milky on the dipstick?

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White smoke from the exhaust pipe indicates that the engine is allowing water into the cylinders. The water then boils in the cylinder and exits the engine as steam (white smoke). This could be be from the inlet manifold (especially if the engine is a V), it could be a head gasket (leak between the water jacket & the cylinder). Or worst it could be a cracked cylinder head.

Or, you're burning oil and you need an oil change.

What causes black sooty exhaust?

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What can cause black sooty exhaust is bad valve guides. When the guides are bad oil leaks into the cylinder when the car isn't running. When the car starts it produces black exhaust.

Why do you see white smoke out the tailpipe when you start the car?

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If it only happens on start up it is probably just some condensated water in the exhaust system. It is possible that a small leak in the head gasket causes coolant to leak into the cylinder while the car sits and burn off right away, but you will notice a drop in your coolant level.

Could be carbon build up? Look up "seafoam" on Google Video or any other video sharing site. If the smoke looks like that, then yes, it's likely carbon build up within the engine that is getting "burned off" upon start-up.

My car failed the obdii readiness test. what can i do to get it set for the next e-check?

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It depends exactly what it has failed on. As very few people have the required equipment most cars need to be taken to a competent mechanic for proper diagnosis and repair of the problem.

Why is radiator fluid leaking and white smoke coming from the exhaust?

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You might have a blown head gasket or your engine block is cracked.

Edit to add; The white smoke is steam. That means that your coolant got into your cylinders. A blown head gasket is the most likely cause, but a cracked engine block or warped aluminum heads are possibilities.