bmw 320d

2003 BMW 320D
120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TOESIE85
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the turbo went in my 2003 320d, had it reconditioned and refitted it yersterday, on starting the engine der was still loads of white smoke and oil dripping from the exhaust, the turbo appears to be working, cud this be from a pipe, plug or sensor left off, or any other ideas?
Apr 18, 2011 at 3:38 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Sounds like the turbocharger is leaking internally-check if the oil is mixing with coolant
Apr 18, 2011 at 3:53 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Run it a while as ther may just be a build up of oil in the exhaust, let us know if i does not clear.
Apr 18, 2011 at 5:06 AM
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