Smog Questions
- 1990 Ford Bronco Repair Problem with 100000 miles
- The serpintine belt had to be replaced on my truck. We bypassed the smog pump because it was locked up. The hoses were not even there for ...
- Asked by amers1202 about 8 months ago - 2 Answers
- 1991 Chevrolet Silverado problem with 122000 miles
- I have failed smog 3 times now, ive changed EGR valve. retimed it which after i retimed it, it keeps advancing by 5. ive changed the oil. ...
- Asked by ShawnaLu about 8 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1991 Chevrolet Silverado problem with 200000 miles
- What do i need to do to pass my truck for emissions if my HC is 133 and my NO is 1033. ive changed my EGR valve, my vacuum isnt leaking and ...
- Asked by ShawnaLu about 8 months ago - 5 Answers
- 2002 Mazda Protege Engine Problem with 255 miles
- Hello all. Please help me out! :-( I love my car! I have a stock 2002 Mazda Protege5. There's no shortage of P0421 threads on this...
- Asked by sailingsenses about 8 months ago - 1 Answer
- 2000 Ford Contour Engine Problem with 120000 miles
- This is a 2000 Contour that is a Bi-fuel car, but I only run it on gas. I figure I dont need a double rolling bomb. I am at a loss and ...
- Asked by loulou501 about 8 months ago - 6 Answers
- 2002 Dodge Caravan Drivetrain Problem with 209000 miles
- My 2002 dodge grand caravan doesn't shift properly and jerks when down shifting. I was told it could be the elec., sensors. where are they ...
- Asked by fredjohnson about 9 months ago - 6 Answers
- 1994 Ford Ranger Engine Problem with 13100 miles
- Vehicle is 1994 Ranger, 3.0L, 2wd, 49 States emission, 131,000miles. Failed California Smog at 15MPH on all gases(HC 172:CO .73:NO 1354.)...
- Asked by psh1 about 9 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1993 GMC S15 Engine Problem
- My 93 jimmy with the v6 vortec motor failed smog for high carben at idle not by a lot any ideis
- Asked by steverfive about 9 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1987 Mercedes Benz 190e Repair Problem with 10000 miles
- .This year I fixed breaks,fuel pump,ignition,with new key.plus a catalytic converter,etc to pass smog. I don't have money for another car ...
- Asked by Marilana about 9 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1995 Toyota Camry problem
- 1995 Toyota Camry LE. A mechanic put in a catalytic converter then only after it was put in, a few days later blue smoke came out of the...
- Asked by hereiam about 9 months ago - 10 Answers
- 2001 Honda Civic Repair Problem with 173000 miles
- I have a 2001 Civic EX (173000 miles) in California and had got my Check Engine light inspected at a local repair shop. The car had 2 codes ...
- Asked by Vikku about 10 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Problem with 190000 miles
- I HAVE A 91 MODEL CAMARO I SWAPPED THE BLOCK ON IT HAD 305 NOW A 350 IT IS A TPI SETUP THE ISSUE IM HAVING IS A ROUGH IDLE IT SHAKES ALOT ...
- Asked by ra.chivas.ra@gmail.com about 10 months ago - 7 Answers
- 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Electrical Problem with 112000 miles
- While tightening the electrical connections to alternator, i made contact with the battery and caused a big spark. The Battery is holding ...
- Asked by ibolt2repair about 10 months ago - 3 Answers
- 1992 Toyota Camry Engine Problem with 199000 miles
- Hi hows it going i have a 1992 Toyota Camry LE that did not pass smog due to having the HC being high. mechanic said that it could be the ...
- Asked by sergio138 about 10 months ago - 3 Answers
- 1993 Nissan 240SX Engine Problem with 90000 miles
- I have checked the spark plugs, wires, cap, rotor, replaced the injectors, and have checked the hoses. The car shakes when running and has ...
- Asked by Renegade9790 about 11 months ago - 3 Answers
- 1969 AMC Javelin Engine Problem
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- Asked by sparky1234 about 11 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1984 Toyota Supra Engine Problem with 185000 miles
- My 84 toyota supra-185K miles-good shape----but wont pass smog this year i am sad ----it would be sad if i have to scrape it?-- replaced ...
- Asked by tjoseph about 11 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1989 Dodge Van Engine Problem with 73000 miles
- Failed miserably, almost twice as high as passing grade. I replaced the catalytic converter two years ago and it barely passed then. (The ...
- Asked by Azmodeus about 11 months ago - 10 Answers
- 1979 Jeep CJ7 problem with 68000 miles
- I have a six cylinder 258ci resent tune up plugs,cap,rotor,wires bought a refurbished carb just installed. all vacuum lines hooked up. ...
- Asked by johnny56 about 11 months ago - 2 Answers
- 1996 Toyota 4Runner Engine Problem with 240000 miles
- Went to get my car smog checked, but it didn't pass. They guy doing the service was kind of a jerk and wouldn't really explain why it didn't...
- Asked by mtercero about 11 months ago - 1 Answer
- 1997 Mercedes Benz C230 Repair Problem
- I have a problem with the car passing smog due to the CEL. P0341 - OBD-II Trouble Code: P0341 Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Range/...
- Asked by DragonBPV2 about 11 months ago - 3 Answers
- 2000 Toyota Camry Repair Problem with 43000 miles
- I just purchased a 2000 Camry from a local dealer. The check engine light came on 2 days later. I diagnostics test has confirmed this is ...
- Asked by Booper about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
- 1993 Saturn SL1 problem with 20000 miles
- Will dirty oil cause a car not to pass the smog test. i change the spark./wires but not the oil it did not fail but by a few points on the ...
- Asked by turnermary59 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1983 Jeep CJ7 Engine Problem with 190 miles
- Hello, I bought a used 83 CJ7 6cyl from the Greenville SC area about 2 months ago with 190K miles. The previous owner had it sitting and ...
- Asked by MahaloBoards about 1 year ago - 20 Answers
- 2002 Ford Ranger Engine Problem with 168000 miles
- I have a 2002 Ford Ranger and I recently purchased part #2L5Z-6c324-CA from the dealership, to replace the PCV and it's hose/connector. The...
- Asked by cboxgo about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
- 2002 Dodge Intrepid Drivetrain Problem with 140000 miles
- Were is the tranmisson solenoid, it won't pass smog. Thank you
- Asked by loco1904 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1994 Mazda b2300 Engine Problem with 65 miles
- Changed the following - fuel pump, fuel filter, computer chip, both ignition coils and ignition module. Also, a pressure test on the cat ...
- Asked by sbtravel64 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 2001 Pontiac Firebird Engine Problem with 73000 miles
- Ever since I got a smog ck, I have had oil pressure issues, knocking, whirling sounds. I used valve medic per my mechanic. Yesterday after a...
- Asked by WildHeartCa about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1988 Buick Lesabre Repair Problem with 38000 miles
- I tried getting my sons 1988 Buick LeSabre smogged for him and it failed because of the fuel evaporative test. The gas cap test passed but I...
- Asked by THerget about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
- 1995 Geo Metro Engine Problem with 244 miles
- Timing was checked on number 1 cylinder, revered engine timing settle back just fine idle was ok car had high co reading on smog by still ...
- Asked by kuruph about 1 year ago - 4 Answers
- 1997 Mercedes Benz C230 Repair Problem
- Hi I have a 1997 C230 Benz. I have failed the CA smog test and wanted to see if anyone can help me out. Below is a picture of the ...
- Asked by DragonBPV2 about 1 year ago - 5 Answers
- 1989 Ford E-Series Van Engine Problem with 20000 miles
- Have replaced throttle censor,egr valve,fuel pressure reg.,fuel filter,smog pump,egr vacuum solenoid,positioning censor,cleaned idol control...
- Asked by william p. about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1990 Ford F-150 Engine Problem with 180 miles
- 4.9l 5speed 4X4 duel tanks did tune up and replaced fuel pressure regulator.Still is idleing too rich and has a missfire at idle.
- Asked by FreAkytOasTer777 about 1 year ago - 5 Answers
- 1998 Toyota Camry Repair Problem with 70000 miles
- I took my Camry to a mechanic for a smog check, and he informed me that the thermostat is broken? What damage can I expect if I drive it ...
- Asked by tjones1949 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1998 Saturn SL2 Repair Problem with 124000 miles
- We bought a 98 Saturn SL2 we had a full diagnostic done while doing the smog and everything. We ended up replacing the fuel pump. Over the...
- Asked by jamiewim about 1 year ago - 2 Answers
- 1997 Mercedes Benz C180 Engine Problem with 90000 miles
- Last month I have change the piston rings for this reason and the consumption of engine oil exist
- Asked by flori1980 about 1 year ago - 5 Answers
- 1982 Porsche 928 Electrical Problem with 150000 miles
- My O2 sensor light is on and I tried to get a smog and it failed and it's obvious why but there are a few electrical issues with the car and...
- Asked by paige42401 about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
- 1989 Mercedes Benz 300e Engine Problem with 132 miles
- When I start her, she will start no problem, then she starts shaking. I will drive it right away, but the minute that she gets up to ...
- Asked by mercedesmama about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
- 1988 Ford F-150 problem with 160000 miles
- A/C pulley is coming off dont have money to repair need to bypass was wondering if i could just get a smaller belt
- Asked by workingman050181 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 2000 GMC Sierra Engine Problem with 162000 miles
- I had it smogged and cleaned the throttle body and mav sensor and had it tuned up with rotor plugs wires from oreillys. No codes are showing...
- Asked by birdred about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix Engine Problem with 88000 miles
- These codes have come up on my car for quite some time now. I only know mechanics at transmission shops and they said they cannot figure out...
- Asked by chelsea8807 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1978 Porsche 928 Engine Problem with 60000 miles
- The PO has removed thew hoses from the EGR Valve, I need to replace them to pass AirCare or Smog Check, depending where you live.
- Asked by SnowDaddy about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1997 Dodge Stratus problem with 230000 miles
- Standard trans--car seems to be missing, rpm's fluxuate at idle, air conditioning on makes it worse. check engine light is not on. Had ...
- Asked by TCT about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1998 Ford Taurus Repair Problem with 96200 miles
- Secondary air injection. Upstream detected. I cannot pass smog until I find out where the problem is located. Can you please help?
- Asked by peptalk4feezle about 1 year ago - 4 Answers
- 1995 Ford F-150 Engine Problem with 120 miles
- { ROUGH/MISS }idle/and under throttle 25 to 30 KPH (40 to 50 MPH) While stopped at traffic signal engine will miss/correct itself, miss/...
- Asked by lionsbreed about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
- 2000 Chevrolet Silverado Electrical Problem
- Problem with 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: we have replaced sencer, cat converter, exhaust air valves = EVERYTHING has been replaced...
- Asked by ncpaddock about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Engine Problem with 117418 miles
- Hello I took my car to get a smog check and it failed the check engine light was on and they gave me a paper with the code p0404 and p1404. ...
- Asked by sammyg78 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1995 Ford F-150 Electrical Problem
- The check engine light will NOT come on,therefor i cannot get it smogged, what to do?
- Asked by deuce4952 about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1986 Nissan Truck Engine Problem with 250000 miles
- 1986 Nissan D21 4x4 4cyl. cuts out right at 3000 RPM in every gear. Idles fine and runs like normal right until I get to 3000 rpm. At 3000 ...
- Asked by bigjsd about 1 year ago - 1 Answer
- 1991 Isuzu Trooper Engine Problem with 90467 miles
- Would not pass smog I ended up replacing headgasket, valve job, valve lashcomplete tune up, all new vacuum lines and pcv, sensors ect. It ...
- Asked by mkelee@cox.net about 1 year ago - 3 Answers
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