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Old 01-20-2019, 02:37 PM
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Unhappy Oil separator

My 545i is smoking after Ccv replaced by mechanic its not residual burn off, it only smokes on idle take off after it warms up I need help
Old 01-22-2019, 04:47 AM
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Check the valve cover gasket(s).
Old 01-29-2019, 08:28 AM
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where does the smoke come from? engine or tail pipe?
valve covers leak, vacuum pump leaks, oil pan, rear main, and the glorious valve stem seals.
bend over or get rid of it!
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