2004 BMW 740 Repair Question
Topics covered: Smoke, White smoke, Coolant.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
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!!!!
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!!!!
Answer
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)