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Problems with the oxygen sensors are quite likely to cause emissions test problems. The car computer cannot properly adjust the air/fuel mixture to regulate the emissions.
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Can an oxygen sensor cause the car to fail emissions test?
Yes, along with dozens of other things.
Does it hurt to remove oxygen pump on 2.8 V6?
It may fail the emissions test.
Your 98 Chevy s10 fails smog test have replaced everything but egr valve and oxygen sensor what else can you do?
A faulty EGR valve can cause a 98 Chevy to fail a smog test. The oxygen sensors should also be tested as they can also cause a 98 Chevy to fail a smog test.
Will the knock sensor cause A car to fail a smog test?
Yes. Any faulty emissions control sensor, including knock sensors, will result in an automatic fail of any emissions control test, period. It doesn't even matter if your vehicle's actual exhaust emissions are within acceptable limits. In most cases, once it is determined that a sensor is bad, the test is ended immediately, and considered failed.
Does a catalytic converter cause a car to fail emissions?
Yes, it can if faulty or missing.
Will a knock sensor code fail a nys inspection?
That will cause you to fail an emissions inspection. Anything which triggers the CEL will, because everything which triggers it will adversely impact the emissions system on that vehicle.
Will a bad catalytic converter cause you to fail the emissions portion of the smog test?
Yes!
I have 96 Saturn sl2 What happen when oxygen sensor is broke?
The first indication of a failed oxygen (O2) sensor are warning lights to check or service the engine. A check engine light or saved problem code such as O2 problem can cause the vehicle to fail inspections. O2 sensors are an emissions component. The vehicle may also lose performance, fuel economy, and may damage other components.
Are there two oxygen sensors on a Honda Accord?
There can be from 1 to 4 depending on the year and engine size which you fail to list.
What is wrong with a 1999 acura 3.5rl that has low miles but won't pass emissions?
Many issues could cause an Acura RL to fail emissions. The emissions failure report should tell you what to look for. Some for example that I know about, are: 1) "check engine" light (with diagnostic code for low oxygen flow), caused by loose gas cap or repeated low octane use or running the gas tank low. With the check engine light, the car will pass emission levels but will fail because of the diagnostic code. Drive 50-100 miles and if the light doesn't go off, visit a car repair or dealership. The problem might be faulty oxygen sensors. 2) exhaust leak, bad catalytic converter. This failure will have unacceptable levels of emissions.
Does a bad egr valve cause you to fail a state emissions test?
Yes it does and the code that was given to me for that was P400 and p1491
What is th Affects of a bad heated oxygen sensor bank1 sensor1?
Once the oxygen sensor fails, the computer drops back to a much less efficient mode of operation. Running with a failed Oxygen sensor, you'll use more fuel and if your state/city requires an emissions test, the vehicle will fail. Oxygen sensors come in many varieties, and if the heater fails on a heated oxygen sensor it will not function properly. Yes, Oxygen sensors are expensive. But recognize that by converting to computer controls you now have an engine that needs tune-ups MUCH less frequently. Routinely take care of the components as they fail and as a general rule, the engine will not only last longer, you'll get better fuel economy.
