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2006 Audi Cabriolet Repair Question


Topics covered: Maintenance, Blue smoke, Engine.
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Asked on May 3, 2010

2006 Audi Cabriolet Buyrning Blue Smoke when starting

Engine Mechanical problem
2006 Audi Cabriolet Automatic 49,500 miles

I've been very diligent with scheduled maintenance. Just crossed over the 48,000 free maintenance and now my car is blowing blue smoke when I start it.
Avatar Asked by cathyf

Answer

Replied on May 3, 2010

I normally only see Mazdas start doing that so early in their life.

Most likely cause is oil leaking past the valve stem seals.
With bad oil wiping rings to be the second option.

switching brands / types of oil can do it too.

Tiny Answered by buddycraigg (expert)
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