1999 BMW 740 fuel system

1999 BMW 740
83,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANTO1973
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hi my bmw 740 when i start sometimes throws out a big cloud of white smoke not sure what it is ????
Jul 23, 2008 at 12:23 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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White, sweet smelling smoke can indicate a failed head gasket, repost if this is not enough information to help you out.
Jul 27, 2008 at 10:59 PM
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