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

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A failed emissions test: If the canister purge valve allows excessive vapor to escape from the charcoal canister, your emissions will likely exceed the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) standard. Here’s a technical discussion of the diagnostic process. Want to confirm you have a faulty canister purge valve?

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BMW G-Chassis 3-Series Common Problems

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Technically, the US market gets a variant of the B48 called the B46. They are identical, other than a few small differences that allow the B46 to meet tighter emissions regulations. In addition to failing emissions tests, a failed EGR valve can impact the way your engine runs. The power output between the two is the same.

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Can You Drive with an EVAP Leak + How to Spot One?

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While driving with an EVAP leak is technically possible, it isn’t recommended. Here’s why: Your car’s Evaporative Emission Control System captures and stores vapors from the fuel tank and burns them in the combustion chamber during engine operation. As a result, your vehicle can fail an emissions test and you may end up paying a fine.

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How Long Can You Drive with a Bad Fuel Pump?

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Failed Emissions Test A malfunctioning fuel pump delivering too much fuel could make the vehicle’s engine run rich, leading to a failed emissions test. How to Diagnose a Bad Fuel Pump (+Prevention Tips) Confirming a bad fuel pump requires special tools and technical knowledge. Let’s find out.

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Throttle Body Replacement Cost: Factors You Need to Know

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Emissions issues: A bad throttle body can disrupt the air-fuel balance, leading to your car emitting black smoke from the exhaust and causing more pollution. You might even fail an emissions test, which is bad news for the environment and your wallet.

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Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Replacement Cost + Is It Urgent? 

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Emission issues: The FTP sensor is a vital part of the EVAP system, so if it malfunctions, it can fail to detect vapor leaks. The vehicle will likely fail an emissions test since the EVAP system captures and controls fuel vapors. While you can technically drive with a bad FTP sensor, it’s not recommended.

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How to Perform an Engine Air Filter Replacement (+ Costs)

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How to Replace an Engine Air Filter : A Step-By-Step Guide Replacing an engine air filter requires basic automobile and technical knowledge, and that’s why you should let a mechanic handle the replacement. Additionally, a dirty air filter can reduce fuel efficiency and lead to higher emissions.