What’s That Burning Smell Coming From My Car?

One day, while driving your car, you notice a strange burning smell. It might be accompanied by heat or even smoke coming from under the hood. A burning odor in your vehicle can signal various issues, some more serious than others.

Burning Rubber

If the smell is coming from under the hood, it could be a loose hose or belt that has come into contact with a hot part of the engine. As soon as you notice this, try to secure the hose or replace the belt immediately. The smell might also come from your wheels—if one feels unusually hot, it could be due to a dragging brake pad or shoe. If you're driving a manual car, an overheating clutch might be the cause.

If the smell is from the wheels, think about whether you've been braking hard or driving uphill frequently. If not, there could be a broken caliper piston or you may have been driving with the parking brake engaged. In some cases, the "rubber" smell could actually be coolant leaking into the heating or air conditioning system. Check for any cracks in the coolant reservoir, no matter how small.

Burning Oil

If you detect a burning oil smell, check the dipstick first—your car might be low on oil, or the engine could be overheating, and the temperature gauge might not be working properly. If everything looks okay, look for signs of oil leaks or check your transmission fluid. Oil leaks can occur from the engine block or a faulty exhaust pipe. If exhaust fumes are entering the cabin, you could be breathing in carbon monoxide, which is extremely dangerous and needs immediate attention. If it's the transmission, the vacuum modulator might have drawn in some fluid and sent it into the engine.

A Sweet Smell

If the smell is sweet, like maple syrup, it’s often a sign that your engine is overheating. Your temperature gauge or warning light should indicate this, but if it doesn’t, there could be a problem with the sensor or the cooling system itself.

Rotten Eggs

This strong, unpleasant smell usually points to a problem with the catalytic converter, a key part of the exhaust system. It could be malfunctioning, or there might be a larger issue with your engine that needs attention.

Burnt Toast

A burnt toast-like smell typically indicates an electrical issue, such as a short circuit or burning insulation around a wire. This can get worse while driving, so it's best to call for roadside assistance rather than risk further damage.

Burning Plastic

The smell of burning plastic could mean an electrical problem in the engine, where wires or fuses are overheating. However, it might also be something simple, like a plastic bag or debris caught in the engine compartment. Additionally, the smell could come from your heater system, possibly due to:

• Dust buildup, especially if you haven’t used the heater in a while
• Clogged vents
• Antifreeze leaking into the vent system
• A melted component inside the heater

Smelling Gasoline

If you're smelling gasoline and having trouble starting your car, it might be a flooded engine. The smell could also be caused by a leak in the fuel injection system, carburetor, or fuel pump. No matter what the cause is, it's important to have a professional inspect the issue before making any repairs. At DaSilva’s, our team can help diagnose the problem and guide you through the next steps. Give us a call today to schedule a service and keep your car running safely.

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