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Old 06-20-2013, 04:53 PM
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I have a 1999 Chrysler Sebring with 256000+ miles on it. I was driving it yesterday and it started smoking white smoke. When it sits for a while and I start driving it, between 1st and 2nd gear it jerks and fine after that it leaks oil where ever I'm Parked it leaves oil spots whether it's for 5 mins. Or 5 hours. And today when's stepped on my brake and then my gas it took a couple second to actually move forward. So I'm just wondering if anyone knows what's wrong with it before I do something drastic like replace everything in the car!!
 
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Old 06-20-2013, 07:20 PM
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It's an old car with lots of miles on it. It's going to have problems.

White "smoke" usually indicates steam. If it's coming from the exhaust pipe, it may very well mean a blown head gasket. If it's coming from under the hood, it probably indicates a ruptured hose.

Leaking oil means it leaks oil. Somebody is going to have to look at it and determine where it's coming from and how to fix it.

If you want it diagnosed properly, take it somewhere and have any codes read. AutoZone stores in most states will do it for free.

Check the engine oil level and the transmission oil level and make sure they are properly filled with the correct lubricants. Check the coolant and make sure it is filled with the proper coolant to the correct level. If any fluids are low, determine why that is the case.

Once the car is properly diagnosed by a competent technician, get a repair estimate and then decide whether you want to repair or replace it.
 
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