ford ka burning rubber

1998 FORD KA
12,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • MANUAL
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LITTLEMISSBECKY
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hey i have a ford ka which seems to be loosing power when going up hill and notice a burning rubber smell and also when i arrived at destination after a few small journeys had smoke coming from the drivers side at the back by the looks of it

thanks
Jan 23, 2011 at 3:50 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the smoke is coming from under the vehicle, check the catalytic converter to make sure it isn't plugging. Also, check for the location of the smoke to identify if anything is laying on the exhaust and burning.
Feb 17, 2011 at 5:24 AM
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