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No. 15 Emission Compliance: Notes

POSSIBLE CAUSE DESCRIPTION

15 EMISSION COMPLIANCE
DESCRIPTION  Fails emissions test.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Vacuum lines leakage or blockage
  • Cooling system malfunction
  • Spark plug malfunction
  • Leakage from intake manifold
  • Erratic or no signal from CMP sensor
  • Inadequate fuel pressure
  • PCV valve malfunction or incorrect valve installation
  • EGR valve malfunction
  • Exhaust system clogging
  • Fuel tank ventilation system malfunction
  • Charcoal canister damage
  • Air cleaner element clogging or restriction
  • Throttle body malfunction
  • Improper air/fuel mixture ratio control operation
  • Catalyst converter malfunction
  • Engine internal parts malfunction
  • Excessive carbon is built up in combustion chamber
  • Improper engine compression
  • Improper valve timing
    WARNING: The following troubleshooting flow chart contains fuel system diagnosis and repair procedures. Read following warnings before servicing fuel system:
    • Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
    • Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete "BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE" and "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE" described in this manual.

      (See BEFORE REPAIR PROCEDURE ).

      (See AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE ).

    CAUTION:
    • Disconnecting/connecting quick release connector without cleaning it may possibly cause damage to fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always clean quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting, and make sure that it is free of foreign material.