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Date:         Fri, 8 Mar 1996 06:06:02 -0500
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         DHaynes57@aol.com
Subject:      Re: Emessions still

In a message dated 96-03-06 16:32:42 EST, david.woon@bangate1.tek.com writes:


>Got the co2 to pass, new O2 sensor and new seals for the injectors.  thanks 
>for all the input.  However still failing hydro carbons at idle.  So finally


>took the $yncro to the dealer(Dick Hanna Vancouver Wa).  They think it is
the
>
>catalytic converter and will cost $1000 if they do it, or they will take it 
>Menicke who will do it for $190.  Why the difference and does this sound
like
>
>the right fix?
>
>


Find reason for "Lean Mis Fire"  Raising engine idle up to 1050rpm will help.
 Make sure engine is road driven warm before testing.  This is needed to
"Light-up" the Cat and not have residual junk in the engine and exhaust.
Dennis.
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