black smog

95,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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i'm having black smock coming out of my exaust
is there something i can do to fix it my self
Feb 8, 2011 at 6:35 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Probable causes of an engine running rich are as follows:

1.Excessive fuel pressure can be cause by restricted fuel return line
2.Defective Oxygen Sensors.
3.Leaking injectors and fuel pressure regulator.
4.Coolant temperature sensor out of calibration.
5.Restricted air intake system.
Feb 8, 2011 at 6:55 PM
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