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Black Smoke


The engine has black smoke at the tailpipe.

POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION


Dirty Air Cleaner Clean and inspect. Replace if necessary.



Collapsed or restricted Inspect and repair as necessary.
air tube before turbocharger



Restricted exhaust system See CATALYTIC CONVERTER in TESTING PROCEDURES.



Ignition Timing Check and adjust. See ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES.