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2003 Vauxhall Vectra Repair Question


Topics covered: Air filter, Black smoke, Door.
Mileage: 60,000 miles.

Asked on August 17, 2011

Black smoke emitting on accelerating fast

My vauxhall vectra Ls DTI 5 door hatchback desiel 53 reg. emitting black smoke on accelerating fast?
Avatar Asked by Ash87

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Replied on August 18, 2011

Check the air filter is not blocked and if that is ok, maybe time to get the injectors serviced.

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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Replied on August 18, 2011

Thanks very much mhpautos, I have changed the air filter and see how it goes. The air filter I replaced was all black.

Tiny Response from Ash87
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