Griess Automotive
325 West Bridge Street, Arcadia, NE 68815 308.789.6520
Question:
My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?
Griess Automotive Answer:
Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Arcadia 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 Griess Automotive. 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 NE 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 Arcadia drivers. Many Arcadia 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 Griess Automotive 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 Arcadia drivers ignore: It might just be illuminated for a condition that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Have your technician at Griess Automotive get to the bottom of any Check Engine light situation.
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Griess Automotive
325 West Bridge Street
Arcadia, NE 68815
308.789.6520
At Griess Automotive we install quality NAPA replacement parts.