more smoke/steam coming from muffler

volvonewbie18 · Post by **volvonewbie18** » 26 Feb 2009, 11:55

i don't think its smoke actually, it doesn't really have a smell or color. its about the same as other cars when its cold out...i was just wondering if mine was a bit excessive, every time i'm idleing, when i accelerate...with/w/o the heater on. what can cause excessive steam from muffler, tranny, engine oil?

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 26 Feb 2009, 18:56

Does it happen even after your car is fully warmed up?
I often think mine is excessive too but once the temp. gauge is in the middle and I've driven awhile, it goes away.

volvonewbie18 · Post by **volvonewbie18** » 28 Feb 2009, 09:17

it does get better after it warms up, but it still comes out consistently though, talked to somebody and they suggested a fuel system cleaning at about 80bucks...i did put that isoheet fuel treatment in there just recently, haven't tested it out enuf yet...we'll see

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 28 Feb 2009, 10:24

You might try the Seafoam treatment for your air intake...it will clean your valves... Read about it by searching this forum.