I have a strange probem
jgtatl
11-07-2004, 03:35 PM
Yesterday when I started my car there was alot of white smoke coming from the tailpipe however afetr I drove it about a mile it stopped and didnt do it anymore until I started it this morning it did it again. Is it trying to tell me that the engine is bad? Thats what I originally thought but since it stopped I was puzzled. Any help would be appreciated..
Chris101
11-07-2004, 05:34 PM
How many miles are on your SL2? Does the smoke smell "sweet"? How cold was it when it did this?
jgtatl
11-07-2004, 06:17 PM
How many miles are on your SL2? Does the smoke smell "sweet"? How cold was it when it did this?
i have 155,000 on my sl2 and its manual. It could be a bit sweet smelling but Im not sure. It was about 47 degrees outside at the time but its 70 out there now and it is still doing it.
i have 155,000 on my sl2 and its manual. It could be a bit sweet smelling but Im not sure. It was about 47 degrees outside at the time but its 70 out there now and it is still doing it.
sierrap615
11-07-2004, 07:25 PM
check coolent and oil levels. tomarrow, watch real close to see if its pure white smoke or if it has a grayish/blue tint to it.
it may be typical condensation, coolent, or oil
it may be typical condensation, coolent, or oil
jgtatl
11-08-2004, 09:39 AM
ok
My mechanic figured out my problem. I feel kinda dumb but the smoke was due to the fact that I over filled the crankcase with oil and slick 50 about a quart and a half causing the smoking. I am so relieved now that I know my motor isnt trashed. I just want to thank everyone who gave me advice though. I think this forum is fantastic and the people on it are incredible.. Thanks alot!!
My mechanic figured out my problem. I feel kinda dumb but the smoke was due to the fact that I over filled the crankcase with oil and slick 50 about a quart and a half causing the smoking. I am so relieved now that I know my motor isnt trashed. I just want to thank everyone who gave me advice though. I think this forum is fantastic and the people on it are incredible.. Thanks alot!!
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