Leaking gas from exhaust pipe?

NANCB10

MEMBER
1996 INFINITI I30
3.0L
6 CYL
260 MILES

Car was riding fine and all of a sudden all at once I started having all kinds of problems. Check engine light came on. Had it check and the knock sensor code came up. Then the next day it started riding rough and the check engine light came on again, I had it checked again and the egr valve code came on. The car was blowing out white smoke but it would clear up. The egr was replaced and 2 injectors was replaced and I was told that my heating coil went completely out and now it is spitting out gas through the tail pipe. Don't know what's going on? All this happening at one time.

I had the valve cover gasket replaced with tune up about 3 to 4 months ago. Could that be part of the problem as well? I am cancer patient just trying to get back and forth to my Dr visits so I really need to know.
Thank You for your consult.

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HMAC300

MECHANIC
48,601 POSTS

I'm sorry to hear about the troubles you're experiencing with your 1996 Infiniti I30. Having multiple issues happening at once can be quite frustrating. Let's try to break down the problems and potential causes:

Knock Sensor Code: The knock sensor detects engine knocking or pinging, which can indicate issues with ignition timing or fuel quality. Engine knocking can lead to decreased performance and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly.

EGR Valve Code: The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve helps reduce emissions by recirculating a portion of exhaust gases back into the engine for combustion. If the EGR valve is faulty or clogged, it can cause rough idling, decreased performance, and increased emissions.

White Smoke: White smoke from the exhaust can be a sign of coolant or water getting into the combustion chamber, which can be caused by a blown head gasket or a cracked cylinder head. This issue needs immediate attention, as driving the car with coolant in the combustion chamber can lead to severe engine damage.

Spitting Out Gas Through Tailpipe: Gasoline coming out of the tailpipe can be caused by incomplete combustion due to various issues, such as faulty ignition components, fuel injector problems, or engine timing issues.

The recent replacement of the valve cover gasket and tune-up may or may not be directly related to the current issues. However, it's essential to check that the valve cover gasket and associated components were installed correctly to prevent oil leaks that could lead to misfires or other engine issues.