1992 Toyota Tercel smog tes failure

1992 TOYOTA TERCEL
17,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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DGAWRYCH
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What should I be looking to repair. My car failed the CA smog test in the 15mph test my HC{PPM} was 304 and my NO(PPPM) was 2001.
Aug 29, 2010 at 9:38 AM
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DSPLC
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Let start with the cheapest
1) new spark plugs with the correct gap, distributor cap and rotor
2) clean/replace pcv valve
3) new air filter
4) change oil and add stp or lucas oil treatment
5) correct engine timing mark
6) drive around freeway 30 minutes
7) Coolant temperature should be normal range when hot (close to the middle of the temp. gauge)

Now the expensive part.
1) needs new oxygen sensor
2) needs new catalytic converter
Aug 29, 2010 at 11:39 AM