Testing emissions is crucial for maintaining the safety and health of our environment. However, when auto owners’ vehicles break down, they can be a source of frustration.
We’ll look at the top 5 reasons why many vehicles fail emissions testing in this blog post, along with what you can do to avoid it from happening to you.
Defective oxygen sensor 🌫
Your car’s oxygen sensor is in charge of keeping track of how much oxygen is being released through the exhaust system. Your car may generate more pollutants than it should if it is not functioning properly. The oxygen sensor sends a signal to the vehicle’s ECM or PCM, which then regulates the air-fuel mixture to optimize performance and reduce harmful emissions.
One of the most frequent causes of cars failing emissions tests is this. Have your oxygen sensor checked regularly and replace it if necessary to avoid this from happening.
Catalytic Converter Defect â›”
By transforming hazardous emissions into less harmful ones, the catalytic converter is in charge of decreasing emissions. The catalyst, usually platinum, palladium, and/or rhodium, is coated on the honeycomb-shaped ceramic or metal core of the catalytic converter. The catalyst starts a chemical reaction that eliminates the dangerous pollutants when the exhaust flow passes through the honeycomb.
A damaged or worn-out catalytic converter is typically the result of damage. Have your catalytic converter checked frequently and replaced as needed to avoid this from happening.
Unclean Air Filter 🚘
Air filter replacement is part of a common list of routine maintenance every car owner should practice. The air filter in your car is in charge of preventing dirt and other impurities from getting inside the engine. It can cause your car to generate more pollutants than it should if it is unclean or clogged.
Replace your air filter as directed in the owner’s handbook of your car on a regular basis to avoid this from happening.
Defective EGR valve 🤔
A part of the exhaust gases are sent back into the engine by the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve so they can be burned once more.
Your car may generate more pollutants than it should if it is not functioning properly. A buildup of carbon and other junk is frequently the root cause of an inoperable EGR valve. Regularly cleaning your EGR valve will help you avoid this.
Damaged spark plugs âš¡
The fuel in the engine of your car is ignited by spark plugs. They may result in incomplete combustion if they are worn out or dirty, which would increase emissions.
Have your spark plugs checked frequently and replaced as needed to avoid this from happening.
Emissions testing is crucial for maintaining the safety and health of our environment. Numerous problems, such as a broken oxygen sensor, a catalytic converter, a dirty air filter, a bad EGR valve, or worn spark plugs, could be to blame.
You can avoid these problems, keep your car operating smoothly and efficiently, and reduce hazardous emissions by having routine maintenance and servicing performed on it. Schedule an appointment with us today for your vehicle’s maintenance!
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We take walk-ins and appointments and are looking forward to making your driving experience an enjoyable one for years to come.