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    xHypoCondriacx Posts: 118, Reputation: 3
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    Aug 30, 2008, 02:32 PM
    1993 Ford Taurus Failed Smog Test =GP
    Hello, & first off thank your time.
    I just got my car smogged today, And the results were not to pleasant, I took a picture of the results, So that it can be easier for anybody to help diagonose what's wrong with it.
    I know its going to need some repairing, But don't know where, And how much.

    Everything On the test says passed,
    But 2 things did not, Ill just let you take a look at the picture
    For an easier understanding, I took pictures of the results, at hq
    I hope you can read them clearly, Thanks again

    http://i36.tinypic.com/v7v3ip.jpg


    What needs to be fixed, how bad is it
    How much would you think it would cost,
    Is this work I can do myself?
    Help, Ive been a member for this site, pretty long
    And have good faith in your judgement.
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    Aug 30, 2008, 03:08 PM
    From afar, it's not real easy to access the situation. How many miles are on the car? Does it use oil? What's your opinion of the engine's overall condition? If engine compression is good and the engine has been reasonably well-maintained, you could consider:

    . Changing the spark plugs (Motorcraft only).
    . Replacing the oxygen sensor.
    . Auto-RXing the engine if it's sludged up at all. Afterwards, switch to 5W-30 synthetic engine oil.
    . Changing PCV Valve and cleaning hoses.
    . Cleaning throttle body and IACV.
    . Checking EGR Valve operation.
    . Adding Chevron Techron to gas.
    . Changing the catalytic converter--around $270, RockAuto.com

    All of this can easily be done by a do-it-yourselfer.

    Emission control tests are usually the best single indicator of the condition of a vehicle. As you can see, the numbers are not good. Before investing any more money in the car, assess if it's worth it. Maybe others will chime in with their thoughts.

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