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BMW F60 Cooper S: Cold-Start Smoke Mystery
Since June, Jay’s Auto Repair in Wisconsin has turned to the IVS 360 Hotline 129 times — keeping tough jobs in-house and profit on the books.
1. THE CALL
At Madness Motorworks in Tigard, OR, a BMW F60 Cooper S came in with a troubling symptom: cold-start smoke pouring from the tailpipe. The shop needed clarity on whether this was a turbo failure or something else lurking under the surface.
2. THE FIX
Our Master Tech connected with George from the shop and dug in. He explained that while the smoking issue often points to turbo problems, it was critical to verify crankcase pressure at the valve cover. He provided both the specifications and measurement details, then walked George through inspecting turbo piping for signs of failure.
3. THE RESULT
With clear guidance, Madness Motorworks left the guesswork behind. Instead of jumping straight to a costly turbo replacement, they gained a clear diagnostic path — crankcase pressure first, turbo piping second — ensuring the right fix for the customer.
🔧 MASTER TECH TIP
Cold-start smoke on turbo BMWs doesn’t always mean “replace the turbo.” Always measure crankcase pressure at the valve cover first — excessive pressure can mimic turbo failure and lead to misdiagnosis.
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