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Old 04-26-2002, 09:07 AM
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Default burnt smell after WOT run? is it normal?
I noticed that whenever I go WOT, I would smell something burnt(kinda like plastic or rubber) Can anyone tell me this is normal.

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Old 04-26-2002, 09:09 AM
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I think you ran over a honda that then got stuck to your exhaust!
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How new is your car? Could be the cozmoline burning off.
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I looked under the car to find a Walmart bag melted to my driver's side cat.
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my car is 1 yr old. this happens everytime
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Cosmoline...check under your engine..you will see a waxy substance on your undercarriage...normal
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That's the smell of your warranty manual burning up.
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are your windows down or sunroof open?
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yes, i also smell it when im parked after a spirited run
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LOL!...the AoA cinder.
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