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Freeze Frame Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

Article courtesy UNDERHOOD SERVICE. This standardized many of the onboard emissions protocols and codes and allowed states to perform onboard emissions testing. As time passed, even large trucks and motorcycles adopted this same method to test the emissions status of a vehicle.

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BMW G-Chassis 3-Series Common Problems

Alex's Autohaus

BMW, like nearly all manufacturers, uses chassis codes to differentiate between generations of vehicles. You’ll often hear BMW enthusiasts describe their vehicles by these chassis codes rather than the actual model name (think E30, E46 , F80, etc.). This vehicle differs in several ways from the G20 models. First off, the engine.

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P0442: EVAP System Leak Detected (Small Leak)

RepairSmith

This Article Contains: What Is P0442? Engine code P0442 stands for “Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (Small Leak).” A Failed Emissions Test or Smoke Test One of the main indicators of the P0442 code is a failed emission test or a smoke test. What does a P0442 code mean?

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Air Quality and Junk Cars: What You Should Know About California’s Ongoing Struggle

The Mechanic Doctor

From factories to vehicles, there’s a slew of regulations and ordinances that must be adhered to. In this article, we’ll take a look at what is left for those owners to do. California’s Air Quality and Its Efforts To Reduce Vehicle Emissions Unfortunately, California is world-famous for its smog and poor air quality.

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Purge Valve Replacement: Why It’s Important + Costs Involved

RepairSmith

To help prevent a breakdown or excessive emissions, we’ll discuss what the purge valve does, the replacement process, and repair costs. This Article Contains: What Is the Purge Valve and What Does it Do? 4 Common Bad Purge Valve Symptoms A bad canister purge valve impacts your vehicle in several ways. Let’s begin.

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All You Need to Know About Purge Valve Replacement Cost

RepairSmith

We’ll explore the cost of a purge valve replacement to keep your emissions and budget in check. This Article Contains: How Much Does a Purge Valve Replacement Cost? Accessibility : In some vehicles, the canister purge valve can be located in hard-to-reach places. This can cause your vehicle to fail an emissions test.

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What is the Knock Sensor Replacement Cost + Is it Worth?

RepairSmith

When it comes to keeping your vehicle in top condition, every component plays a crucial role — and the knock sensor is no exception! This Article Contains: How Much Does Knock Sensor Replacement Cost? These include: Vehicle make and model: Some vehicles, especially those with more complex engine designs (e.g.,