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Chart 18

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NOTE: Black smoke indicates a rich fuel mixture, blue smoke indicates burning oil, and white smoke indicates water in the combustion chamber.
SYSTEM/COMPONENT REFERENCE (Section 5 Pinpoint Test unless noted)
Base Engine REFER to the appropriate Engine System article and CARRY OUT the Inspection and Verification to continue diagnosis.
Fuel Delivery System
  • Black smoke
GO to PINPOINT TEST HC .
Ignition System
  • Black smoke
For Fiesta, GO to PINPOINT TEST JC .
For all others, GO to PINPOINT TEST JB .
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System
  • Blue smoke
REFER to the appropriate Engine System article for a description of the Oil Consumption Test.
Turbocharger System
  • Blue smoke
REFER to the appropriate Fuel Charging and Controls article - Turbocharger for the Oil Consumption Test.