Car started smoking, now will not start

2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
247,000 MILES • 2WD • MANUAL
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HAYLEY PLAYFORD
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Hello, this morning I started my car with no problems or funny sounds. When I turned my lights on I noticed a bit smoke. I let it run for a minute because it's cold here, so I though it was just the cold air I could see. Then smoke started pouring out and I started smelling a chemical smell. I instantly turned the car off and popped up my hood to located where it was coming from. (See photo) I also checked under my car and all under the hood and couldn't see anything leaking. 30 minutes later I tried to start it up again and now it wont start. Any ideas?
Nov 20, 2019 at 8:57 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Where was the smoke coming from? Have you checked the coolant level? Also, the picture you have didn't upload.

Let me know a little more of the specifics, if the engine still sounds the same when it is cranking, and if possible, the condition of the coolant and if you could upload the pic.

Here is a link that explains the most common causes of a crank no start condition. Take a look through it and see if there is anything that is helpful.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Let me know.

Joe
Nov 21, 2019 at 9:05 AM
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