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- Fri Sep 29, 2017 12:02 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
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Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Hi guys, Thanks to all who participated in the discussions concerning my Hilux Vigo and the smoking problem. You were all very helpful. Obelix and dogmatix suggested that I check the calibration of the fuel pump. Well the dealer calibrated the fuel pump and the injectors and the problem is gone. The...
- Fri Jun 23, 2017 6:51 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Thanks for all the information and advice. I will have all these things checked out over the weekend and I will get back to you with the findings.
- Fri Jun 23, 2017 12:44 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Thanks, I will have the calibration of the fuel pump checked. If the calibration is out, will the smoke be white?Obelix and Dogmatix wrote: ↑Fri Jun 23, 2017 8:47 am Okay, shot in the dark but is the diesel pump properly calibrated? if it is over fuelling it could also cause a lot of smoke. may be worth a check.
And good Luck
- Fri Jun 23, 2017 1:01 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Welcome Theresa! :thumbup: I'm not a diesel head, but if it's water it can only come from four places - window washer, air conditioner condensation, leaking coolant or condensation from the exhaust due to ambient moisture over night or due to leaking coolant passing through the motor. From what you...
- Fri Jun 23, 2017 12:53 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Welcome Theresa! :thumbup: I'm not a diesel head, but if it's water it can only come from four places - window washer, air conditioner condensation, leaking coolant or condensation from the exhaust due to ambient moisture over night or due to leaking coolant passing through the motor. From what you...
- Fri Jun 23, 2017 12:51 am
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Good day Theresa, Welcome to the forum. I assume that this is a new vehicle? All new vehichle's exhaust systems are fitted with catalytic converters. The function of these are to convert the harmful exhaust gasses into water vapour and less harmful gasses. Like Pieter said, if you travel mostly sho...
- Thu Jun 22, 2017 3:12 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Re: Problems with Hilux Vigo
Welcome to the forum Theresa Does it use water? Normally white smoke = engine oil burning. If driving short distances the black water might be condensation and because the inside of the exhaust is black due to diesel fumes the water becomes black. But if you drove a far distance and water is still ...
- Thu Jun 22, 2017 12:24 pm
- Forum: Meet the People
- Topic: Problems with Hilux Vigo
- Replies: 17
- Views: 9138
Problems with Hilux Vigo
Hi Members, I am new to this Forum and I am seeking help. My family purchase a new Hilux Vigo a year ago and have been having problems. The dealer changed the Turbo thus far but the problem is still there. Here is the problem, white smoke comes from the exhaust when you accelerate and them come to a...