DEFENDER2.NET - View topic

↓ Advertise on Defender2 ↓

Home · FAQ · New Posts · My Posts · PMs · Search · Members · Map · Calendar · Profile · Donate · Register · Log In

Home > Puma (Tdci) > Smokey

Page 1 of 1

Print this entire topic ·

Howard

Member Since: 06 Nov 2012
Location: Oxfordshire
Posts: 42

2012 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 PU Alpine White

Smokey

I find when I start my 2010 2.4 the exhaust fumes are eye watering until the engine warms up. Is this normal or is it over fuelling on cold start?

12th Apr 2021 6:43pm

Bluest

Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 4218

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black

I don't know if its normal, but mine does it. Keep meaning to check for exhaust leaks on a cold morning. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS

12th Apr 2021 7:05pm

Leamreject

Member Since: 19 Dec 2020
Location: Middle Earth - Leamington Spa
Posts: 970

Is it white smoke on cold start that disappears when it gets warm? Ride like you stole it!!
If I’m not on a bike it’s because only a 4x4 will do…
2011 2.4 Puma 90 HT

12th Apr 2021 7:53pm

Julie

Member Since: 07 Oct 2017
Location: Nantes
Posts: 502

2012 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 SW Keswick Green

I had those loads of white smoke while testing a 2.4 I wanted to buy.
That white fog of death disappeared as soon as the engine warmed up, what took 2...3 min

As this indicates the head needs replacement, I didn't buy that one.

Sorry for spreading bad news...

The most common sign of a blown head gasket is exhaust smoke. White smoke indicates that your car is burning coolant that is leaking into the cylinders. A similar problem is indicated by blue exhaust smoke, though this is a sign of oil leaking from the gasket. The exhaust pipe may also be emitting excess moisture or dripping water.
From : https://www.theday.com/article/20180407/biz09/180409547

12th Apr 2021 8:04pm

Howard

Member Since: 06 Nov 2012
Location: Oxfordshire
Posts: 42

No white smoke, Jus link busting eye watering carbon smoke . Once warm it’s fine.

How does the cold start work?

12th Apr 2021 8:41pm

andydef90

Member Since: 09 Feb 2015
Location: yorkshire
Posts: 617

2014 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 HT Corris Grey

think its a defender trait mine is the same on cold start .
its fine in warmer weather just for peace of mind keep a eye on your expansion bottle see if it keeps at the same level .
also check the cap for emulsification

13th Apr 2021 1:00pm

Bundy

Member Since: 21 Sep 2020
Location: Cheshire
Posts: 98

Mine smokes and stinks too on a cold start.
Soon goes and I'm learning to ignore it

13th Apr 2021 1:12pm

CharlieDonuts

Member Since: 16 Jun 2019
Location: Illiers Combray
Posts: 133

2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 SW Galway Green

Mine does it. (2008 2.4) No white smoke. I have soot marks on the exhaust - to turbo flange. I've had it machined flat and I have an after market gasket but it still blows a bit.

14th Apr 2021 7:39am

Page 1 of 1

All times are GMT

Jump to

< Previous Topic | Next Topic >

Posting Rules

You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum