what is causing my Lexus to smoke when I start the engine?

2002 LEXUS ES
124,000 MILES
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CBLEVY49
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I have been a problem with smoke coming from the exhaust for approximately 5 years now. Whenever the car sits idle for about an hour and the engine is started, there is always a lot of greyish smoke coming from the exhaust. The car dealer looked at the problem, acknowledged there was a lot of smoke during their check ups, but could not find anything wrong with the engine nor the cause of the problem. This is very embarrasing to say the least and I am concerned there may be a serious problem that needs to be addressed. Any idea what maybe the problem? I appreciate any help you can provide.
Feb 23, 2012 at 8:28 PM
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BILLYMAC
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well rey smoke? if the smoke is blue then the cause would be oil consumption black would be fuel prob white smoke is coolant getting into the combustion chamber which is most likely what is going on here i would have it checked for a head gasket problem.
Feb 23, 2012 at 8:45 PM
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CBLEVY49
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Thank you for your response. I will take it into a shop to have the head gasket checked.
Feb 25, 2012 at 2:54 AM
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yw
Feb 25, 2012 at 4:41 AM
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