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Vehicle smoking after oil cap left off during service, West Des Moines IA

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Near Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265

A vehicle began smoking after an oil cap was not secured during an oil change, leading to oil spilling on the engine. The vehicle is now stopped in the parking lot at Casey's near Grand Ave.

Audio|Source: Polk County, Dallas County, and Warren County Public Safety and ISP
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We've got a motorist assistance at Casey's near Grand Ave.
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There is a language barrier with the caller, but it sounds like the oil cap was left off during an oil change, causing oil to spill on the engine. The vehicle was smoking but is now parked in the lot.

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Near Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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