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Intermittent smoke problem, '00 Jetta Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting SerpentRays New User Aug 25, 2010, 12:13 PM Post #1 of 4 (1998 views) Intermittent smoke problem, '00 Jetta Sign In 2000 VW Jetta GLS, 2.0, 106k mi. My car has some serious problems. After driving it for 30-45 minutes it will just start billowing smoke from the exhaust pipe. I lose a little bit of power when this happens, but the car keeps going. If I keep driving, it will stop after a few minutes, but usually I'll pull over and turn the engine off for a few minutes, then keep going and everything seems fine. I've noticed that this usually happens when I'm accelerating up hill, but I can't be 100% sure that it's not just completely random. Also, the transmission slips a little going into 3rd gear. I had to have the transmission replaced at around 96k mi. because I has having MAJOR transmission problems (slipping, and eventually not shifting at all.) But it started slipping again shortly after that, so I think the mechanic put a bandaid on it and told me he replaced it when he didn't. Or maybe he swapped it out with a used trans. from a junk yard. I donno. The thing that gets me is that if this were a cracked gasket or seal that was letting coolant or oil into the cylinders, wouldn't it smoke like that all the time instead of just randomly? Help! Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 25, 2010, 4:56 PM Post #2 of 4 (1986 views) Re: Intermittent smoke problem, '00 Jetta Sign In Quote">>wouldn't it smoke like that all the time instead of just randomly?<<" Maybe not. What color smoke? Oil and antifreeze still full? T SerpentRays New User Aug 25, 2010, 5:04 PM Post #3 of 4 (1979 views) Re: Intermittent smoke problem, '00 Jetta Sign In Yup, both are full. The smoke is white. Maybe a hint of blue/gray? Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 25, 2010, 5:13 PM Post #4 of 4 (1976 views) Re: Intermittent smoke problem, '00 Jetta Sign In It's an automatic right? I dunno but if it uses manifold vacuum to a diaphragm for shifting trans it could be sucking up trans fluid randomly which would account for both symtoms. ATF burns VERY light color that could be confused with white. Generally......... White smoke = antifreeze Blue = oil Black = excessive fuel I don't have good software to know so would have to look myself. If it uses direct vacuum to trans I would suspect that so far by color and randomness, T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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