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Smog Problems
Good Day, my 1985 Carrera has failed California Smog testing 3 times recently. I’ve had a smoke test done and no leaks were discovered. I’ve run a fuel additive through one complete tank of gas and the most recent Smog Test failure showed very high NOx readings. It seems that I may have to replace the Catalytic Converter and/or Oxygen Sensor. Any advice or solutions. Frustrated.
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09-28-2020, 03:36 PM
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09-28-2020, 04:59 PM
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Failed evap also?
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09-28-2020, 06:39 PM
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Motor must be very hot when you take it in. Also I put 45 pounds of air in the rear tires for less drag while it’s rolling. Change oil. Make sure car is tuned up. Again, real hot motor .
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09-28-2020, 09:19 PM
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I believe a high NOx reading indicates running Lean. Could be a vacuum leak.
How many miles on this engine? Can we see the smog check results?
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09-29-2020, 10:15 AM
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High NOx on a car with no EGR system is a bad CAT
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09-29-2020, 01:35 PM
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Agree; I have an unused CARB-certified cat that I could sell at a discount...
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09-30-2020, 12:07 PM
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Porsche 911 Carrera
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