why is my van have smoke coming from exhaust?

don't run the engine,drain engine oil and replace filter ,add a silicone diesel addative to the engine oil ,this will lubricate all friction surfaces,and help to displace moisture before the engine oil gets into the key areas. I have used STP on several occasions once on a fleet of flooded vans that were stored .another thing to remember is are you going to drain the tank and flush out all associated lines .remove exhaust ,check air filter compartment ,.the latter is probably not necessary if the engine was running and did not cut out whilst in the water.you also faild to mention if your van has a turbo fitted ,daily, its possible there is moisture in the intake.

mech monster
November 2011

I did this years ago..steam coming from exhaust for 2 days then bang...destroyed big end (water causes a hydraulic lock in the piston chamber and destruction ensues)...best to dry it out and not drive on then!

d
November 2011

remove air filter,if it is soaking wet then you may have serious engine damage

cdc
November 2011