NO.19 EXHAUST SMOKE [LF, L3]


19	EXHAUST SMOKE
DESCRIPTION	Blue, black, or white smoke from exhaust system
POSSIBLE CAUSE	Blue smoke (Burning oil): • PCV valve malfunction • Engine internal oil leakage White smoke (Water in combustion): • Cooling system malfunction (coolant loss) • Engine internal coolant leakage Black smoke (Rich fuel mixture): • Air cleaner restriction • Intake-air system is collapsed or restricted. • Fuel return line is restricted. • Excessive fuel pressure • Improper engine compression • Injector fuel leakage • Ignition system malfunction Warning The following troubleshooting flow chart contains fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read following warnings before performing fuel system services: • Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel. • Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete "BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE" and "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE" described in this manual. (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE [LF, L3].) (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE [LF, L3].) Caution • Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may possibly cause damage to the fuel pipe and the quick release connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.


STEP	INSPECTION	RESULTS	ACTION
1	What color is the smoke coming from the exhaust system?	Blue	Burning oil is indicated. Go to the next step.
		White	Water in combustion is indicated. Go to Step 3.
		Black	Rich fuel mixture is indicated. Go to Step 4.
2	Remove and shake the PCV valve. Does the PCV valve rattle?	Yes	Inspect for the following: • Damaged valve guide, stems or valve seals • Blocked oil drain passage in the cylinder head • Piston ring is not seated, seized or worn. • Damaged cylinder bore If other driveability symptoms are present, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
2	Remove and shake the PCV valve. Does the PCV valve rattle?	No	Replace PCV valve.
3	Does the cooling system hold pressure?	Yes	Inspect for the following: • Cylinder head gasket leakage • Intake manifold gasket leakage • Cracked or porous engine block If other driveability symptoms are present, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
3	Does the cooling system hold pressure?	No	Inspect for cause.
4	Inspect for the following: • Air cleaner restriction • Collapsed or restricted intake-air system • Restricted fuel return line Are all items normal?	Yes	Go to the next step.
4		No	Service if necessary. Repeat Step 4.
5	Connect the WDS or equivalent to the DLC-2. Retrieve any continuous memory, KOEO and KOER DTCs. Are any DTCs displayed?	Yes	DTC is displayed: Go to the appropriate DTC test.
5		No	No DTC is displayed: Go to the next step.
6	Install a fuel pressure gauge between the fuel pipe and the fuel distributor. Start the engine and run it at idle. Measure the fuel line pressure at idle. Is the fuel line pressure correct at idle? (See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [LF, L3])	Yes	Go to the next step.
6		No	Zero or low: • Inspect for a clogged fuel line. • If normal, replace the fuel pump unit. High: • Replace the fuel pump unit.
7	Is a strong blue spark visible at each disconnected high-tension lead while cranking engine?	Yes	Inspect the spark plugs and the CMP sensor.
7		No	Inspect following: • High-tension leads • Ignition coil and connector
8	Verify the test results. • If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms. • If the malfunction remains, replace the PCM.