Edmonds Import Auto
1880 S Glenn Hwy | PALMER, Alaska 99645 | (907) 746-9987
Question:
My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?
Edmonds Import Auto Answer:
Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Palmer drivers smell exhaust in the passenger cabin or hear an unusual exhaust sound, they should get their exhaust system checked and repaired. Talk to your friendly and knowledgeable service advisor at Edmonds Import Auto. Carbon monoxide in your exhaust is odorless, colorless and tasteless can be fatal to you and your passengers, so don't delay if you suspect an exhaust leak.
There could be a number of reasons for a failed AK emissions test so some diagnostic work is in order. A common reason is that the catalytic converter has failed. The catalytic converter removes some of the harmful elements in exhaust.
When a catalytic converter fails it must be replaced, which isn't cheap for Palmer drivers. Many Palmer folks stop there – but the converter failed for a reason. There may be any number of engine run conditions that led to the failure. It would certainly be smart to have your friendly and knowledgeable pros at Edmonds Import Auto diagnose the cause so that you don't end up with another catalytic converter replacement down the road.
Oh, and that Check Engine light that so many Palmer drivers ignore: It might just be illuminated for a condition that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Have your technician at Edmonds Import Auto get to the bottom of any Check Engine light situation.
Give us a call.
Edmonds Import Auto
1880 Glenn Highway
Palmer, AK 99645
907-746-9987
edmondsimportauto.com
At Edmonds Import Auto we install quality NAPA replacement parts.