1991 Chevrolet Caprice Muffler smoke

1991 CHEVROLET CAPRICE
117,219 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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ANNARUIZ93
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Every time I push on the gas smoke comes from the muffler. I already got a oil change, gas treatment and it still is smoking.
Jul 30, 2015 at 11:44 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Is that smoke blue, black, or white? Is there any time the smoking does not occur?
Jul 30, 2015 at 4:43 PM
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ANNARUIZ93
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It is white smoke and it only occurs when you try to speed up and press on the gas.
Aug 1, 2015 at 1:54 PM
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CARADIODOC
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White smoke is a sign of burning engine coolant. Your mechanic can perform a chemical test at the radiator to check for a leaking cylinder head gasket.
Aug 1, 2015 at 10:04 PM
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