{"id":746,"date":"2021-10-06T18:42:22","date_gmt":"2021-10-06T18:42:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:10008\/?p=746"},"modified":"2024-03-15T15:22:51","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T15:22:51","slug":"the-causes-of-blue-smoke-from-a-diesel-and-what-to-look-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/learndiesels.com\/the-causes-of-blue-smoke-from-a-diesel-and-what-to-look-for\/","title":{"rendered":"The Causes of Diesel Blue Smoke And What To Do Next"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
So, you have some blue smoke billowing out of your exhaust. Well, you think it\u2019s blue. Does it look like a blue haze? ???? What is the cause? Maybe you are like me and have to look it up every time. No shame here. This is the complete guide to blue smoke from a diesel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What causes blue smoke?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blue smoke is excess lubricating oil present within the engine cylinders during combustion. This oil burns and exits through the exhaust as blue smoke. Common causes include too much oil in the crankcase, worn piston rings, or a blown turbo.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n