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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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have a mechanic check your turbo.most will tell u that a turbo blows black smoke but can aslso blow white smoke when turbo is malfunctioning
Can you remove the smog pump on a 1983 El Camino?
Not legally according to Federal Law.
The repercussions will be explained here. This forum is NOT for anything that is either immoral or illegal in nature. It is against the Federal Law to remove, disable or modify any automotive emmission system and is punishable with a $25,000 fine and or imprisonment.
How to fix obd reading p0455 evaporative emission control system leak detected gross leak?
After several weeks of intermittend codes or P0455, suddenly I could no longer fill the gas tank easily. I had to let gas trickle in. Dealer mechanic said fuel tank would not pressure test so they replaced my locking gas cap that I used for three years, then it pressure tested okay. They also replace the charcoal cannister ($152) and the cannister control valve (solenoid) for another $40.
I bench tested the cannister and found no leaks or anything else wrong with it. I tested the cannister control valve and nothing was wrong with it. Fuel tank filled up okay.
White smoke is a symptom of coolant entering the combustion chamber. You more then likely have a blown head gasket. STOP driving this car until you can have this repaired or you will destroy the engine.
What is Chrysler engine code p0441?
Trouble code P0441 means: Evaporative Emission System Incorrect Purge Flow
What causes excessive smoke out of the exhaust during the first 10 minutes after starting?
1st guess is leaky valve seals. If this is the case, oil is seeping past the valve seals while the car is just sitting. Then when you start the car, the oil that has seeped into the combustion chamber is buring.
Why does a diesel engine blow out black smoke?
The black smoke that a diesel engine blows out is fuel that is unburned. The black smoke can be caused from over-fueling, poor fuel quality, or dirty or worn fuel injectors.
Does kyle like smoking reefer pipe?
well i personaly know kyle and from my experince hanging around him i think he enjoys smoking the reefer pipe alot
What does the DTC error code P1447 mean on a 1997 Nissan Sentra GXE?
P1447 CODE IN MAXIMA , SANTRA, AND ALL NISSAN CARS MEANS // - GAS FUMES FROM GAS TANK TO EVAP VALUE // LEAKING IN SHORT GAS IS LEAKING(FUMES) ... .. SO CHECK FOR CRACK RUBBER HOSES AND REPLACE THEM... CODE WILL GO AWAY....
Where is exhaust manifold on Windstar?
This v6 engine has the traditional front-wheel drive 'transverse' mounting. This means the exhaust manifolds are on the front (towards the radiator) and back (facing the firewall) sides of the engine.
The exhaust manifold is made of heavy cast iron and directly beneath where the sparkplugs mount.
Can dirty injectors cause white smoke on a cummins 5.9L diesel?
no
Most of the time white smoke is caused by antifreeze burning in the cylinder.
Leaking injector s can cause white to blueish smoke.And that's alot more common then antifreeze getting into your CTD. Also antifreeze will almost always lock you up , due to the higher compression of the CTD. Gas engines have a much lower compression . They will sound horriable but burn it. CTD will crack. Check leaking injector, or turbo oil.
How do you fix a problem with evaporative emission system code p0442 l?
P0442 = small EVAP leak detected. It could be,
An improperly fitting or loose gas cap,
a small hole in a vapor hose,
damaged vent o-rings,
a small leak anywhere in the EVAP system.
This condition can be difficult to pin point.
Start with replacing the gas cap and clear the code. If the same code returns
consult a local garage to do a smoke test.
How can you find out if your car has California emission system on it?
On the under-hood emission information label it will say if the car is certfied for sale in California. Its usually toward the bottom of the label. If the label is missing, most guys who actually do Emission testing can usually just look and know what's what. Most cars built in the last ten years are all the same, anyway. The cats, O2 sensors, etc. are just in different places. I've been testing for over 20 years, and usually after glancing at the car, its just, "Oh, one of those."
What would cause white smoke to come out of heater vents?
Most likely the heater core is leaking. If there is also water on the floor and an antifreeze smell in the passenger compartment, those are also signs of a cracked heater core. Also, GET THAT TEMP GAUGE FIXED!!! You could be overheating and not even know it. Once the motor overheats, you're risking a blown head gasket, a VERY EXPENSIVE repair, or even worse, a blown engine. If steam is coming out of the vents it is very possible the motor is overheating. You need two repairs, your heater core and your temperature gauge.
My heater core was replaced since it had a hole in it. The blower was also replaced but with a used one. The guage is now working and so far, no more white smoke. Heater does not get hot though and the blower motor is very loud. Hey, ya gotta laugh a little...from one thing to another. I suppose the worse thing is over. Thank the Lord though I did not have a new car since the guy that worked on it did a number on my dash.
Symptom: on a 2000 Ford Contour, white smoke came through the vents and the smeel was acrid. We switched the car off. A few hours later, the car was fine, no more smoke, but the heater didn't work on one speed setting.
Solution: there is a resistor block which controls the blower speed in the ducting. When one of the resistors goes, white smoke is fed dirrectly up to the vents. Replacement is easy (admittedly while doing a head stand in the passenger footwell) and fairly cheap.
Suggestion: many other cars will have a similar layout. Check this out before investing in a new heater core...
What would cause a 1991 Volvo 940 Turbo to have white smoke come from the tailpipe?
White smoke out of exhaust is usually indicitive of water or coolant in the combustion chanber/ chambers of the exhaust. Usually caused by a blown head gasket. A costly repair. clean pipes to and from intercooler and clean intercooler .and clean crankcase breather.
What if service engine light is blinking on a Chevy silverado?
Normally a flashing check engine light means you have a misfire. Do not ignore this as an engine misfire will damage the O2 sensor and the catalytic converter which are very expensive to replace. Have this repaired immediately.
Where could you find reviews on Clio exhaust systems?
Reviews on Clio exhaust systems can be found from websites such as CarID and K-Tec Racing. These websites offered detailed reviews from users and professionals.
What is an evaporated emissions leak?
EVAP (Evaporative Emissions) system failure could be caused by a loose gas cap. Inspect gas cap to make sure it is fastened properly. Go here for more info: http://www.2carpros.com/kpages/reading_diagnostic_codes.htm
How much to repair Toyota Sienna front flex exhaust pipe?
You can get a replacement part from RockAuto for about $65 and have it locally installed for under $100.
What causes blue tinged white smoke only on first morning start but not blowing smoke after that?
Cold start
What is the black smoke from the exhaust mean?
It means that the engine is running too "rich"; that is, there is too much fuel in the air/fuel mixture.
