Q: I have Toyota Vitz 2001 model 2ZN engine. When I start engine in the morning I see white smoke from the exhaust. What do I have to do?

asked by on January 22, 2017

When i start engine at morning i seen white smoke. What i hve to do

My car has 56245 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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