Smoking in the engine

2005 FORD FREESTAR
3.9L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RASKALFACE13
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I would like to know in the back of my engine it just started smoking like if something is dripping and hitting the exhaust pipe. do you know what it can be? It doesn't overheat or anything, so what can it be?
Nov 16, 2020 at 12:00 AM
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BMDOUBLE
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Most common issue for this symptom is a leaking valve cover. Oil will seep down on top of the engine and cause a smoky/oily smell.
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Nov 16, 2020 at 10:37 AM
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RASKALFACE13
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Okay, so how do I go about fixing this issue?
Nov 16, 2020 at 11:05 AM
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BMDOUBLE
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Replace the gasket on the right hand valve cover as per the instructions.
Nov 16, 2020 at 12:06 PM
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RASKALFACE13
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Okay, thanks.
Nov 16, 2020 at 1:18 PM