Took the KK out for the first time. Aaaand we got smoke...

ImperialKK · **Joined:** Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:18 am **Posts:** 28

Hey guys. I took my KK out doing some off-road stuff, a little bit of 4x4 testing it out since I bought it. As I was moving around, a buddy noticed some whitish smoke coming from underneath the body. I looked and it was coming out right between the oil pan and transmission as pictured below. As I would revved it, it would pour out and then slow back down again at idle. I checked my levels and they are all good. Also, I am not having any leaks, zero, and I cannot replicate it on the street. I still smell it on start up, a little burning oil smell.. But like I said no leaks. No check engine lights are on and it seems to be running just fine. Any ideas? Thanks.

PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Sat Apr 23, 2016 3:52 pm

Wouldn't think much of it if no fluid leaks and good levels. Sometimes cars do funny things without reoccurring again.

Scar0 · **Posted:** Sat Apr 23, 2016 5:06 pm

Automatic or manual trany?

ImperialKK · **Joined:** Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:18 am **Posts:** 28

Its the M6 trans.

PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Sat Apr 23, 2016 10:52 pm

Didnt see it was a manual... My bad. Do you ride the clutch off road?

ImperialKK · **Joined:** Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:18 am **Posts:** 28

I've been driving stick for a long time but this is my first 4x4. Maybe I did ride it a bit hard and that would explain it I suppose.. If it starts slipping soon then we'll know lol.

PALiftedKK · **Posted:** Sun Apr 24, 2016 12:11 am

Yep. As long as fluid levels go and no drips on the ground i think the clutch is the culprit in this one.

Bmxer524 · **Posted:** Sun Apr 24, 2016 12:41 am

If it's your first time driving stick offroad then it's possible you burned the clutch a little. Did it smell like clutch? Without any leaks it's what I would assume. If you had an auto I'd start thinking about the rear main or other gaskets back there...but you don't.

Scar0 · **Posted:** Sun Apr 24, 2016 3:37 am

Sorry, I missed it in your signature.
Sounds like your clutch smoked a little.
Mine did not slip at all, then BOOM!
The clutch disintegrated.

It would have been nice to have had it slip a little before it went. Could have saved me some $$$. When they blow up like mine did, you have to pretty much replace everything.

ImperialKK · **Joined:** Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:18 am **Posts:** 28

^^ that's probably because I updated my signature after I posted that :lol:

Well thanks for the info. Hopefully mine doesnt blow up also.
I knew there would be a learning curve coming off the street by either way it'll be fun.

Scar0 · **Posted:** Sun Apr 24, 2016 5:16 pm

LOL you got me with that one.
I think one of my contributing factors to the blow up was the amount I tow with it.

ImperialKK · **Joined:** Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:18 am **Posts:** 28

Gotcha. Actually that brings me to another question. Is there a way to tell what packages/specs I have for my jeep from the VIN? I plan on putting a hitch receiver on and it would be nice to know how much I can pull...

lfhoward · **Posted:** Tue Apr 26, 2016 7:31 pm

You can get your build specs from the Jeep website if you have your VIN. Here's a guide:
http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f12/build-sheet-illustrated-guide-how-get-your-jeeps-factory-specs-3020169/

Scar0 · **Posted:** Tue Apr 26, 2016 8:06 pm

Your VIN build you get on the Jeep site is not complete. Best to go to your dealer and ask for a build sheet.
For towing? Well that is a good question... CDJ does not even know for sure, since the owners manuals changed several times depending on what year you have.
Follow this link to download a free copy of the owners manuals.

ImperialKK · **Joined:** Fri Feb 26, 2016 5:18 am **Posts:** 28

^^ Since you said you tow a lot, what kind of stuff and weight are you pulling?

Scar0 · **Posted:** Wed Apr 27, 2016 6:13 pm

Our boat is a 1989 SeaRay. 4.3L inboard/outboard. 18' long @ 2800 Lbs dry. To get to the lake we have to go up and over a 1200' pass. No issues...

Fire wood trailer 5x12x3. No idea how heavy this load was, but just look at the trailer SQUAT!

The 3.7 tows great, but is not a speed demon. Slow and steady (60 Mph) gets you there.

Took the KK out for the first time. Aaaand we got smoke...

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