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2004 BMW 740 Repair Question


Topics covered: Smoke, White smoke, Coolant.
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Asked on September 9, 2010

2004 BMW 740 White Smoke

Engine Performance problem
2004 BMW 740 V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 181000 miles

My BMW blows out white smoke when started....it runs rough and sputters when sitting at a light. Also there is a squealing sound coming from the car....any suggestions on what is wrong with my car!!!!
Avatar Asked by tsearcy

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Replied on September 9, 2010

Hi there,

White smoke can be a sign of coolant being burnt, i would be getting a head check done, this is a simple chemical test to check for exhaust gasses in the cooling system, stat here.

mark (mhpautos)

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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