NO.19 EXHAUST SMOKE [L8, LF, L5]

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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 servicing fuel system:
•  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 SERVICE PRECAUTION” and “AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION” described in this manual.
Caution
•  Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without cleaning it may 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.

Diagnostic procedure

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 the 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 drivability symptoms are present, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
No
Replace the PCV valve.
(See POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L8, LF, L5].)
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 drivability symptoms are present, return to diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
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.
No
Service if necessary.
Repeat Step 4.
5
Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
Switch the ignition to ON (Engine off).
Retrieve any DTCs.
Are there any DTCs displayed?
Yes
DTC is displayed:
Go to the appropriate DTC inspection.
(See DTC TABLE [L8, LF, L5].)
No
No DTC is displayed:
Go to the next step.
6
Inspect the fuel line pressure.
(See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [L8, LF, L5].)
Is the fuel line pressure correct?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Low:
•  Inspect the fuel line for clogging.
•  If there is no malfunction, replace the fuel pump unit.
High:
•  Replace the fuel pump unit.
7
Perform the spark test.
(See ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION INSPECTION [L8, LF, L5].)
Is a strong blue spark visible at each cylinder?
Yes
Inspect the CMP sensor.
(See CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR INSPECTION [L8, LF, L5].)
No
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part according to spark test result.
8
•  Verify test results.
―  If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
―  If the malfunction remains, inspect the related Service Information and perform repair or diagnosis.
•  If the vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting is completed.
•  If the vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, replace the PCM.