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Expert: Robert Summers - 5/5/2009


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my truck is burning real rich. when i first start it there is black smoke. When i accelerate a lot it blows black smoke. Please help

Answer
Hi Rustin.... you could have one of several problems...do you have axcess to a scan tool...if you do, install it and see what codes come up...i would suspect bad 02 sensors and / or plugged cat converter. bad inj. bad ECM... bad fuel pressure regulator....the codes from the computer will send you in the right direction.... hope this helps

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Robert Summers

Expertise

domestic auto/truck repair, auto body, painting. I currently own a large auto/truck/marine repair shop. 40 years certified 310S,310T,310B in ontario Canada

Experience

40 years certified 310S,310T,310B ontario qualified, 7 years with GM have owned my own shop now for the past 27 years.was automotive marketing director for large auto parts supplier.

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CFIB (current) past member AARO and APAA.

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grade 12 plus 2 years college. many aftermarket training courses

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