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Sent to Car Experts September 06, 2005 4:14 p.m.

my 2002 toyota 4 runner blows white/blue smoke when you first crank it up, then it stops. any ideas?

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September 06, 2005 4:59 p.m. (45 minutes and 19 seconds later)

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Probably valve seals if it isn't too bad I would leave it alone.The repair would be more than the trouble of using a little oil.If it's under warranty have them check it.Most newer car do puff smoke on first start.I feel it's due to the newer oil formulations available for emission standards and fuel economy.

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