Excessive Fuel Consumption (Black Exhaust Smoke)
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- High fuel pressure or pressure regulator. Repair as required. For more information, see appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTIC article.
- Fuel return line plugged or kinked. Clean or replace as required.
- Injectors leaking. Replace injectors.
- Powertrain control module malfunctioning. See appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article.