2000 Bmw 540i Car Smokes Bad Start Warms

2000 BMW 540I
196,820 MILES
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RH1969M1
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car smokes bad at start up . ok when it warms up
Nov 28, 2012 at 12:44 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Have the engine compression checked-both wet and dry tests-could be Valves/Seals or Rings-
Nov 28, 2012 at 12:50 AM
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TONY GRAMZ
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I just had the same problem......change the front crank seal and the crankcase vent valve! I also changed the valve cover gaskets and all the best cause there was oil on mine.
Apr 12, 2013 at 2:08 PM
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TONY GRAMZ
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Sorry serpentine Belt*
Apr 12, 2013 at 2:09 PM
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