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What Diffrent Color Smokes Mean


For this month we would like to cover different kinds of engine smoke colors and what they mean and how knowing could aid you on a faster diagnostics process.

  1. White Smoke- A white smoke that dissipates quickly after reaching an open cool area is an indication of vapor. This would indicate the burning/boiling of water. Example=Defective Head Gasket
  2. Blue Smoke- A blue smoke that lingers and rises slowly is caused by the burning of oil. Example=Defective Piston Rings
  3. Black Smoke- A black smoke that falls slowly is indication of excessive burning of fuel. Example=Vehicle Running Rich
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