Black smoke from S Class

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Black smoke from S Class

Last week you wrote about DPF clogging to contaminate lubricating oil. My computer says I have a reduced oil level but the dip stick confirms correct amount. I get black smoke on accelerating.

Asked on 18 July 2011 by markwrongrugby

Answered by Honest John

If you are getting black smoke then the car doesn't have a DPF or if it does it isn't working.

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