04 f350. 1224 posts · Joined 2012. #4 · Jan 13, 2013. Blue smoke means its burning oil somwhere, I would check around the turbo and see if u see any oily areas, could be ur turbo seals are going bad. Sent from my iPhone using AutoGuide.com Free App. Studded and Deleted. 5 inch axle dump.Thick white smoke coming out of the exhaust typically indicates a blown head gasket, a crack in the head, or a crack in the engine block. Cracks and bad gaskets allow the fluid to travel to places ...Blue Smoke. A bit of blue smoke when you fire up your engine usually means that small amounts of oil are entering your exhaust system. This oil mixes with moisture when your engine is off and creates that “signature” blue puff of smoke you often see with older cars when they have been sitting overnight. ... At the first sign of smoke in ...October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Toyota Camry) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Camry's engine is burning oil.If the positive crankcase ventilation valve gets stuck, the oil, air, and gas will continue to mix inside the engine. This is very bad and will cause blue smoke to come out of the exhaust. Worn Engine: Another common cause of blue smoke is a worn engine. Every engine has pistons that move up and down the cylinder.New valve guides, new seals, new head gaskets, and perhaps checking the head surfaces for straightness will help as well. EDIT: Also if you are leaking coolant and blue smoke that points to a head gasket usually. If you are taking the other head off, re-replace the head gasket on that side. I am the Harbinger of Death.Worn engine is another culprit responsible for the blue smoke from exhaust issue. Each engine has pistons which move up and down a cylinder. Each piston has metal rings round its side like bracelets. The function of these rings is to help the piston to form a tight seal against the cylinder. So if the ring or cylinder is worn out, oil from ...October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Mazda 3) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your 3's engine is burning oil.My truck is getting some blue smoke every other time. Only happens during normal operating temperature. Heavy blue smoke coming out of exhaust at stop lights...worse in gear and running little rough but much less in park and neutral. ... 5" MBRP exhaust with 6" tip, Volant CAI with ram air scoop, PPE boost valve, & Panther Splint 16" …October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Opel Corsa) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Corsa's engine is burning oil.Blue exhaust smoke only at start-up can indicate worn piston seals or damaged or worn valve guides which may also cause a rattling noise. An external engine oil leak can drip onto hot engine and exhaust parts causing what appears to be blue exhaust smoke. Other possible causes of blue exhaust smoke include: piston wear, worn valve seals, a ...October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Lincoln MKZ) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your MKZ's engine is burning oil.M. MRHORSEPOWER1 Discussion starter. 33 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Oct 12, 2009. Hi all, hope you guys can help me out here. My truck is getting some blue smoke every other time. Only happens during normal operating temperature. Heavy blue smoke coming out of exhaust at stop lights...worse in gear and running little rough but much less in park ...Oct 7, 2019 · October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Toyota Camry) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Camry’s engine is burning oil.Blue Smoke from exhaust. Note: If the exhaust system produces blue smoke, it is necessary to check whether the engine is also drawing oil into the combustion chamber through the crankcase breather, which suggest that there is a fault in the area of the crankcase breather. A clear sign of a problem is an oiled up clean-air pipe.When everything’s working properly, this exhaust is colorless. But if something is amiss, you’ll see a cloud of smoke coming out of the back of your car. Color can point to the cause of exhaust smoke. There are three common colors of exhaust smoke emitted from a gasoline-powered engine: Black; White ; Blue-gray or gray-white …October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Buick Encore) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Encore's engine is burning oil.Whereas black smoke means you are burning gasoline, blue smoke means you have burning oil. This may not be a big deal if you have a 2-stroke quad since such engines normally emit a blue/gray smoke. ... combust and power your ATV. When the seals malfunction, oil gets in with the air and gasoline, leading to blue/gray smoke emitting your exhaust ...2 in 3 smokers want to stop smoking. There are many things you can do to help you quit smoking, from setting a quit day to using smoking aids. Written by a GP. Try our Symptom Chec...October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Audi Q5) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Q5's engine is burning oil.Could an exhaust leak cause light blue smoke/haze? The smoke it pretty thick for the first 5 minutes and then turns into a constant very light haze. Could my IDM be bad or would I be throwing codes?? 2003 Ford F350 7.3l Powerstroke (California VIN) 79,000 miles, 4R100 Automatic, Bilstein Shocks, Air Lift Bags w/compressor,Pyro, Boost, Edge CTS ...Gray smoke. jorik/Shutterstock. Any of the colors listed above in less concentration may appear gray. Therefore, gray exhaust fumes could indicate a variety of problems. Unlike the straight ...chiph. 1485 posts · Joined 2002. #2 · Aug 31, 2003. It's possible that your blue smoke is caused by a piston ring that has rotated to allow oil past. Uncommon, but it happens. The dealer can do a compression test that will show this. You can also do an oil analysis which may show a high level of combustion products in the oil (since your car ...panda_stunter. 3541 posts · Joined 2004. #7 · Sep 11, 2007. actually, blue is just morning condensation. but if its that, it would be gone by the time you ride your bike out. but if it stays until your done riding, check the head gasket coz that would be coolant leaking into the chambers. if its black, your bike is running rich.M. Mp4g63 Discussion starter. 40 posts · Joined 2015. #1 · Dec 12, 2015. Ok guys I have been ignoring this possible issue. Ever since I put my new exhaust on my truck is blowing a puff of blue smoke only on the first start of the day when it's colder it does not last very long maybe the first 10 seconds. I'm not using and additives and it ...October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Ford Escape) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Escape's engine is burning oil.6. Blown turbocharger. This explanation applies specifically to cars fitted with a turbocharger. When this component blows, you will likely notice a large cloud of blue smoke from the exhaust caused by a broken oil seal or damaged turbo casing inside the turbocharger, allowing oil to seep into the intake manifold. Book a turbo repair.Oct 9, 2019 · October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Dodge Ram) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Ram’s engine is burning oil.Black smoke. The darkest of smokes emitted from the exhaust is generally nothing much to worry about and is linked with the balance of combustion controlled by the ECU. A darker visible exhaust ...Blue smoke emissions from exhaust can be a cause for concern. The main factors leading to blue smoke are burning oil within the engine and worn-out piston rings. These issues result in oil leaking into the combustion chamber, leading to an inefficient fuel burn. To minimize blue smoke, regular engine maintenance is crucial.Feb 7, 2024 · One day when my Jeep had around 3500 miles, upon start up, cold engine, a huge plume of blue smoke came out of the exhaust. Lasted a few seconds before clearing up. I kept an eye on it, didn't happen again until.....2 years and 16,500 miles later. Did it again. I'm talking a huge bellow of blue smoke.Blue smoke. I like in ND with warmer temps of about 32 degrees and when I start my 2000 7.3 it puffs out a steady stream of blue smoke until I start driving it. Hardly does it if it is plugged in. Smokes a bit when I start it 9 hours later too after work. It didn't used to do this. Somebody told me it might be my turbo is leaking. It is using oil.Blue smoke after the car sits for a bit is usually a sign of worn valve guides or valve seals. As the car sits, oil makes its way down the valve stems and through open valves. It lands on the pistons where it is burned off upon startup. Usually only happens to high mileage engines. Unless excessively worn, this is a slow process.Blue Smoke. Blue or grayish smoke means you’re burning oil. Keeping all the quickly moving parts of an engine well oiled is super important, but oil has no place in the combustion chamber, which requires air, fuel and spark only. Oil creeps in as a result of leaking valve seals, excessive clearance around valve guides or “blow-by” caused ...Thick white smoke coming out of the exhaust typically indicates a blown head gasket, a crack in the head, or a crack in the engine block. Cracks and bad gaskets allow the fluid to travel to places ...Oct 9, 2019 · October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Audi A4) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your A4’s engine is burning oil.Different complaint are possible: After a long immobilisation period, white smoke is coming from the exhaust system after cold start. Increased oil consumption. Cause. Different causes are possible: -Oil loss over the exhaust turbocharger. -Faulty crankcase ventilation. -Oil loss over the piston rings/valve stem seals. Measure.October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Mazda CX-5) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your CX-5’s engine is burning oil.In this video I explain why blue smoke is coming out of your tailpipe (exhaust). Blue smoke can occur when accelerating, at start up, in the morning and idli...Tigris99. 1840 posts · Joined 2017. #12 · Jun 1, 2018. FYI, LED Headlights will often make exhaust smoke look blue because of the LED itself having a high concentration of blue light. Need to check it with an incandescent light or in bright sunlight to see if it's actually blue.Feb 7, 2024 · One day when my Jeep had around 3500 miles, upon start up, cold engine, a huge plume of blue smoke came out of the exhaust. Lasted a few seconds before clearing up. I kept an eye on it, didn't happen again until.....2 years and 16,500 miles later. Did it again. I'm talking a huge bellow of blue smoke.Blue smoke from exhaust. A friend of mine recently purchased a 1997 Z3 with a 2.8 engine and 97K miles. It was smoking badly and he asked me to look at it. During a compression test I found very good compression in all cylinders but #4 which had none. Leakdown showed the valves were seated and the crankcase was getting pressurized.For additional details about diagnosing engine smoke issues by color, see the following sidebar. Smoke Signals. Blue or blue-gray smoke:Engine oil is entering the combustion chambers.Possible ...Diesel tractor blue smoke is a common issue among diesel engines, especially those older or with high mileage. It is caused by excessive fuel entering the combustion chamber and not being completely burned before it exits the exhaust pipe, causing a bluish-gray-colored smoke. This condition is often called "blue smoke" or "hydrocarbon ...Last time out, my buddy said he noticed blue smoke from my exhaust when I got on it. Bike is approaching 10k miles and was broken-in according to the manual. Oil and filter was just changed and the level is correct. Bike does not seem to be consuming oil at a higher rate. Looking for opinions and perhaps a list of things to check, starting with ...Blue Smoke in Exhaust. I just picked up a 2006 Grizzly 80 for a great price. It runs great, only it's blowing blue smoke in the exhaust. I knew this going in but the price reflected the problem. I've done no troubleshooting but I would think it's either the valve clearances, the valve seals, or blow-by through the piston rings.As a general rule, black smoke from your exhaust means your car is burning too much fuel. Blue smoke means your car is burning oil, and billowing white smoke from your exhaust can mean you're burning engine coolant. Gray smoke from your exhaust can have several causes, but it can indicate you are burning transmission fluid.You're aiming for a precise mixture; too much oil can cause excessive smoke, while too little can lead to increased friction and overheating. Consult your engine's manual for the recommended oil-to-fuel ratio. Use a quality two-stroke oil that's appropriate for your engine type. Measure the oil and fuel accurately when preparing your mixture.Left the dock and headed out the harbor, no temp, oil at 40. Pushed the throttle to full and only achieved about 25mph at approx 4500 rpm. Looked back and saw a trail of blue smoke and more coming from the stern. Stopped the boat, temp at 100 and oil pressure low on the gauge (not sure exact figure). I opened the engine cover and smoke was ...panda_stunter. 3541 posts · Joined 2004. #7 · Sep 11, 2007. actually, blue is just morning condensation. but if its that, it would be gone by the time you ride your bike out. but if it stays until your done riding, check the head gasket coz that would be coolant leaking into the chambers. if its black, your bike is running rich.October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the GMC Yukon) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Yukon's engine is burning oil.October 9, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Opel Astra) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Astra's engine is burning oil.Jun 18, 2019 · This could be due to worn engine components like piston rings, valve seals, or PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valves. 1. Black Smoke. Foul-smelling black smoke coming from your engine's exhaust pipe may be due to a fuel mixture that's too rich. This means that there's too much fuel in the fuel-and-air mixture.Blue smoke emissions from exhaust can be a cause for concern. The main factors leading to blue smoke are burning oil within the engine and worn-out piston rings. These issues result in oil leaking into the combustion chamber, leading to an inefficient fuel burn. To minimize blue smoke, regular engine maintenance is crucial.Blue smoke from the exhaust can have negative effects on your engine’s performance. When oil is burned, it reduces the lubrication in the engine, leading to increased friction and potential damage to critical components. This can result in decreased power, decreased fuel efficiency, and increased emissions. It is important to address blue ...October 7, 2019 by Jason. A very common problem that affects all vehicles (including the Chevy Suburban) is blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Reasons for blue exhaust smoke include bad valve seals, valve train wear in general, the PCV valve, burning transmission fluid and more. Blue smoke indicates that your Suburban’s engine is …This oil burns and exits through the exhaust as blue smoke. Common causes include too much oil in the crankcase, worn piston rings, or a blown turbo. Your burning oil. That part is simple. Understanding all the different reasons you can have oil in the cylinders is not. Here are the things it could be and what to look for…. 1. Is it really blue.Set up an observer either at the rear of the car or in a chase car behind if the smoke only occurs when driving. Exhaust smoke or steam will be classified as: white steam smoke/steam (coolant), blue smoke (oil), or black/dark grey smoke (fuel). Sometime fuel additives can cause colored smoke as well.It started with blue smoke. I bought a 2020 Ultra on 8/3/20. 114 motor. I noticed blue smoke at start up on 8/17. I heard the they all do it at start up front the dealer but they took it in. I was a quart low at this point. The first dealer took the motor apart and they replaced intake seals.Set up an observer either at the rear of the car or in a chase car behind if the smoke only occurs when driving. Exhaust smoke or steam will be classified as: white steam smoke/steam (coolant), blue smoke (oil), or black/dark grey smoke (fuel). Sometime fuel additives can cause colored smoke as well.For additional details about diagnosing engine smoke issues by color, see the following sidebar. Smoke Signals. Blue or blue-gray smoke:Engine oil is entering the combustion chambers.Possible ...