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01 carrera tailpipe smoke problem

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Old Mar 15, 2009 | 01:33 PM
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Hi...just bought 01 carrera with 86000 miles.When i start the car (specialy cold engine) i got coolant burning and having 15 seconds smoke odor from tailpipe.When the car is warm,i dont get any smoke while starting.anybody can help with answer?
 
Old Mar 16, 2009 | 10:04 PM
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The problem is likely to be bad valve seals...oil is running into the cylinders when the car sits and it starts with a puff of smoke... Have the valve seals replaced..
 
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