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Excessive Odors - Fuel, Emissions


Vehicle has excessive "rotten egg" smell. Raw fuel (gasoline) can be smelled. Excessive odors do not necessarily indicate excessive emissions.

POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION


Faulty purge valve, liquid Check Evaporative system
fuel in carbon canister,
fuel tank vent system blocked,
poor seal on gas cap
Evaporative Emissions System


Contaminated catalyst Check for missing or worn fillpipe restrictor
Refer to fillpipe restrictor
Fillpipe Restrictor Refer to catalytic converter
Catalytic Converter




Excessive Emissions High Emission Levels