What Causes Black Smoke from Motor Vehicles?
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Black smoke from motor vehicles is caused by the following reasons: 1. Incorrect ignition timing, which can lead to incomplete combustion of the air-fuel mixture; or if a few cylinders in the engine are not working, a small amount of black smoke may be emitted. 2. An overly rich air-fuel mixture, meaning the excess air coefficient in the cylinder is too low, resulting in incomplete combustion. Some fuel decomposes into free carbon at high temperatures and is expelled through the exhaust pipe, forming black smoke. Additional Information: 1. Black smoke is caused by obstructions in the fuel system and intake system, leading to an improper air-fuel mixture ratio and incomplete combustion. In such cases, the vehicle may exhibit black smoke, knocking, insufficient power, unstable engine operation, shaking, and a series of other issues. 2. These problems can directly affect the normal operation of the vehicle and may even cause more serious malfunctions. The root cause is the lack of regular maintenance of the fuel system, intake system, and fuel injectors, leading to the accumulation of carbon deposits and sludge. Therefore, it is essential to perform regular cleaning and maintenance of the fuel system.