mundmc
Well-Known Member
I'm embarrassed to ask, not me ch engine experience here.
Symptom: Whitish smelly smoke from exhaust, usually one side at a time
Onset: 2-3 weeks ago when it got cold out (low 20 F/-6 C)
Duration: Until I back off the choke (under 30 sec before choke is at half and it stops
Intensity: it makes a small cloud
Exacerbating factors: appears worse with cold
Relieving factors: non-issue with hot starts
I don't know what oil the last mechanic I saw used. I assume 10W40 or 10W30 per manual, but have no certainty
My Haynes seems to think oil is burning. It like to keep like a potential major problem. The oil is low but above the low line. The max is running well.
Thoughts appreciated
(God I'm hoping for "This is a known thing with the vmax and not a problem unless x, y, or z.)
I'm changing the oil (at 6 months) Jennifer st to be safe.
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Symptom: Whitish smelly smoke from exhaust, usually one side at a time
Onset: 2-3 weeks ago when it got cold out (low 20 F/-6 C)
Duration: Until I back off the choke (under 30 sec before choke is at half and it stops
Intensity: it makes a small cloud
Exacerbating factors: appears worse with cold
Relieving factors: non-issue with hot starts
I don't know what oil the last mechanic I saw used. I assume 10W40 or 10W30 per manual, but have no certainty
My Haynes seems to think oil is burning. It like to keep like a potential major problem. The oil is low but above the low line. The max is running well.
Thoughts appreciated
(God I'm hoping for "This is a known thing with the vmax and not a problem unless x, y, or z.)
I'm changing the oil (at 6 months) Jennifer st to be safe.
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