Q: White smoke, a lot of engine problems
My 03 ford ranger has trouble starting up unless im pumping the gas pedal which started about a week ago. The check engine light is throwing o2 sensor codes since last month, and there is nowwhite smoke coming from under the hood which started a couple days ago. Today she started smelling sweet and overheating with the "check gauge" light coming on. I just changed her oil when i got the check engine light and they didn't see any leaks, and there aren't any puddles of liquid under my truck(that weren't already there when i pulled up to the space) please help!
My car has 146064 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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