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can anyone tell me what could be causing this burnt smell that occurs after i rev the engine?

what does it smell like? burned yes but oil, coolant and other fluids all smell different... exhaust even.can you lend more info?

I had a burned plastic/rubber smell after having the catalytic converter replaced.But we do need more info on your particular aroma.

Probably the clutch.. is it new? I've smelt my clutch burn on revving without actually going..

my first guess was the clutch. but it could be the oil too (it was pretty black when i checked it). hopefully it just needs new oil; that's a lot cheaper than a clutch! also guys....... how would you describe the smell of burnt oil, coolant, clutch, etc? i tried to think of a way to describe it but couldn't.

Quote, originally posted by Puckman27 »also guys....... how would you describe the smell of burnt oil, coolant, clutch, etc? i tried to think of a way to describe it but couldn't.Burnt coolant smells sweet, burnt oil smells like burning sesame seeds, clutch......that escapes me for now, my last 2 cars have been autos.

it sounds like the same problem I had with my 2003 VibeGT and the dealership had to replace the clutch, as they said it wasnn't disengaged. The replacement took 12 hours, thank goodness it was under warranty, although it still smells a little when it revs high