my tailpipe smokes when i drive. im not sure what would cause this. how do i fix it.
Apr 30, 2009 at 7:31 AM
Advertisement
LEGITIMATE007
✓Experienced Mechanic
5,121 POSTS
there are three colors of smoke ,white ,blue , and black , what color is the smoke and is there a check engine light on?
Apr 30, 2009 at 7:44 AM
ATKAPARKING
MEMBER
64 POSTS
Check your fluids too, specifically oil and coolant (while the engine is cold). If one of these is low, it will give you clues on what to look at next.
May 1, 2009 at 9:16 AM
LEGITIMATE007
✓Experienced Mechanic
5,121 POSTS
atkaparking is absolutely correct, that way should indicate which fluid is being consumed if any, Top off your fluids, and pay close attention, checking them a couple of times a day, even brake fluid or transmission fluid can end up in your combustion chamber causing smoke and or a foul smell
May 1, 2009 at 10:15 AM
LEGITIMATE007
✓Experienced Mechanic
5,121 POSTS
your vehicle could be running rich ,which will cause smoke too
May 1, 2009 at 10:16 AM
DREAMDIETY
MEMBER
2 POSTS
its black smoke. whats rich im kinda illiterate to cars
May 2, 2009 at 3:48 AM
LEGITIMATE007
✓Experienced Mechanic
5,121 POSTS
rich basically means too much gas, and black smoke does mean fuel. so I will send you a link that will show you how to check fuel pressure and what to do about it