Heavy smoking

Tiny
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  • 1999 MAZDA 323
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 130,000 MILES
Hello
My car is smoking heavily in the morning or after parking for a long time. This started after cleaning the sump. This stops after a few km drive. Tried changing the valve stem seals
Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 AT 11:37 AM

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Tiny
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Your engine probably has a lot of wear and cleaning the sump, you increased the oil flow now.
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Thursday, June 23rd, 2011 AT 12:59 PM
Tiny
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I also thought as much but m just asking my self why does the smoking stop after driving a few km. Also just noticed that the car is smelling antifreeze when its hot. Thanks
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Friday, June 24th, 2011 AT 8:34 AM
Tiny
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The smoke may not be oil related at all. Pressure test the cooling system to see if it holds pressure.
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Friday, June 24th, 2011 AT 9:47 AM

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