1990 GMC Jimmy Problem with the Jimmy

1990 GMC JIMMY
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LIQUIDMELON
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1990 GMC Jimmy Engine Size unknown Wheel Drive Type unknown Automatic 114000 miles
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you see, i have this problem with my jimmy. When i turn the key in the ignition, white smoke comes out of the exhaust pipes. It would fill up my few and it smelled very foul, is the problem in the engine or the transmission, because i have no knowledge about cars
Jan 17, 2008 at 5:18 PM
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MASTERTECHTIM
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this is a engine problem. somehow coolant is getting into your intake system. either a head gasket or a intake gasket. hope this helps. feedback is appreciated
Jan 17, 2008 at 5:22 PM
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