What does it mean when your car starts smoking and shaking?
Engine misfiring (shaking) plus white smoke (steam) from exhaust is indicative of ‘antifreeze’ entering the combustion chamber (cylinder) .. both are classic symptoms of blown head gasket! .. Good luck with the outcome!
Is white smoke on cold start normal?
@thedean , Dean, 5w20 oil is fine, Some white smoke at start up from cold engine is fairly normal and will dissipate (stop) for the most part after engine and exhaust has warmed up to operating temperature. If you notice you are low on coolant or having to add coolant then there could be an issue.
Why does my car smoke white when I first start it up?
But white smoke usually is caused by vaporized coolant, which often is the result of a blown head gasket. At the middle of the engine, you have the cylinders, which combust gasoline and air. Then, when you restart the engine, that coolant gets combusted, along with the gasoline and air. And that makes white smoke.
Why does my car have white smoke coming from the exhaust?
The main cause of smoke from exhaust when accelerating is due to a burning coolant or transmission fluid problem. When the white smoke is as a result of transmission fluid, it means that the car engine is likely absorbing excess fluid from the vacuum pipe or hose which is what makes it produce white smoke.
Why does my car shake when I start it up?
When the parts go bad, you might notice your car shakes when the engine is idle. If the injectors deliver too much fuel, the excess will often burn as black smoke. It could be a sign that the parts need to be replaced. You may notice white smoke leaving your exhaust when you start the engine.
Why is my car blowing black smoke when I accelerate?
There are several reasons why your car may be blowing black smoke from the exhaust when accelerating. One of them is from leaky fuel injector, faulty Oxygen sensor, or a MAF sensor or too much fuel pressure.
What does it mean when your car is smoking?
A thick grey cloud from your exhaust pipe is usually a sign that your car is burning oil. Once oil escapes it can burn off as grey smoke from various hot points around the engine. The liquid can leak into your combustion chamber, leading to reduced fuel economy and eventually, damage to your catalytic converter.