2000 Honda Prelude Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Black smoke, Exhaust.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on August 17, 2010
2000 Honda Prelude Car is losing oil/smoking
Engine Performance problem
2000 Honda Prelude 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 73000 miles
I have a 2000 prelude with 73000 miles, 5speed. I noticed my cars exhaust tips started turning black. My friend was driving behind me and noticed when i stop and take off my car blows black smoke. I check my oil level frequently and always end up having to add more oil to get to the full mark. I've checked the engine bay for leaks, and the driveway and have not seen any oil leaks/spills. I have added a fuel injector cleaner but am pretty sure that did not resolve the problem. The only thing i can think about changing is the pvc vavle. Please Help. Thx.
2000 Honda Prelude 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 73000 miles
I have a 2000 prelude with 73000 miles, 5speed. I noticed my cars exhaust tips started turning black. My friend was driving behind me and noticed when i stop and take off my car blows black smoke. I check my oil level frequently and always end up having to add more oil to get to the full mark. I've checked the engine bay for leaks, and the driveway and have not seen any oil leaks/spills. I have added a fuel injector cleaner but am pretty sure that did not resolve the problem. The only thing i can think about changing is the pvc vavle. Please Help. Thx.
Asked by twothousandpreludeAnswer
Replied on August 21, 2010
Hi twothousandprelude,
Exhaust having black smoke is not due to oil consumption.
It is the engine running rich.
Replied on August 22, 2010
Thanx for the reply KHLow2008. Any suggestions on what I should do to correct the way my engine is running?
Replied on August 23, 2010
I would suggest the following.
Get the spark plugs and related component checked.
Check the air filter.
Check the fuel pressure.
Get a tuneup done.