Exhaust Question

Nj2k2k1 · #1 08-03-2005, 09:43 AM

Recently while driving, I noticed my air conditioning wasn't working too great so I decided to pull over and check the coolant. What I noticed was that my coolant was bubbling and it seemed a little low. I had some in my trunk so I kept filling it...and it would eat some of it up and continue to bubble. I kept adding coolant until it stopped bubbling and the car ran fine. Now, when I start my car sometimes, exhaust smoke comes out and it continues to come out for at least a couple of minutes (which Im pretty sure is longer than it should).

Anyone know of any specific problems I might have, or if there is any real problem?

Any help would be greatly appreciated

-Jared

Hocrest · #2 08-03-2005, 09:54 AM

Head Gasket

WATCH the coolant level very closely.

Does the "smoke" coming from the exhaust have a sweet smell to it, like that of antifreeze??

Nj2k2k1 · #3 08-03-2005, 10:04 AM

Hey- I didnt get a chance to really smell the smoke...but I dont think it smelled sweet.

BTW, after eating all that coolant, a small amount of it did leak I believe.

Hocrest · #4 08-03-2005, 10:14 AM

Sorry to scare ya, but the two symptoms you desribed both go to HG.

now... the SVX does "smoke" out the exhaust more than most cars when it is running normal and there are many places for the coolant to leak... Can you describe the bubbling you saw when you pulled the cap.

Also I at first thought the bubbling you saw was in the radiator? Reading your post again, I'm guessing you mean the coolant tank behind the battery?

Just keep an eye on your temp gauge at all times any jumps up or down, and you need to stop and check the level.

Nj2k2k1 · #5 08-03-2005, 10:17 AM

Sorry- to clarify yes the coolant was bubbling in the coolant tank behind the battery. I mean the actual coolant itself was bubbling (small bubbles, and I could tell the liquid was hot).

immortal_suby · #6 08-03-2005, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nj2k2k1

Sorry- to clarify yes the coolant was bubbling in the coolant tank behind the battery. I mean the actual coolant itself was bubbling (small bubbles, and I could tell the liquid was hot).

Head Gasket.
sorry.