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Renault Megane emitting lots of black smoke
I have a problem with my 2003 Renault Megane. It consumes too much engine oil and there is also a lot of black smoke. What could the problem be?
Asked on 9 October 2014 by vullnet (Will)
Answered by
Honest John
One possible reason is a failed turbo bearing oil seal so the engine oil is getting into the engine and being burned by it. Another possibility is failed valve stem oil seals.
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