Traditions Auto Service
550 Warden Ave Scarborough, ON M1L 3Z3 416-691-5397

Simple Answers from Traditions Auto Service for Scarborough: Exhaust Service

Last Updated: Nov 19, 2019

Question:

My car failed its emissions test, what do I need to do?

Traditions Auto Service Answer:
Let’s get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly. If Scarborough 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 Traditions Auto Service service advisor This is vital: Carbon monoxide in your exhaust is odorless, colorless and tasteless, and can be fatal to you and your passengers - so don’t delay if you suspect and exhaust leak.

There could be a number of reasons for a failed ON emissions test so some vital diagnostic work is in order. A common reason for Scarborough drivers 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 Scarborough drivers. Many Scarborough 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 Traditions Auto Service service advisor diagnose the cause so that you don’t end up with another pricey catalytic converter replacement down the road.

Oh, and that Check Engine Light that so many Scarborough drivers ignore: It might just be illuminated for a an essential condition that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Have your Traditions Auto Service service advisor get to the bottom of any check engine light situation.

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Traditions Auto Service
550 Warden Ave
Scarborough, ON M1L 3Z3
416-691-5397
www.traditionsauto.com


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