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Excessive Emissions/Odors


SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION:
Vehicle fails an emissions test. Vehicle has an excessive "rotten egg" smell. Excessive odors do not necessarily indicate excessive emissions.


POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION


Spark plugs - Check for proper heat range and gap.


Ignition Timing - Check distributor indexing.


PCM - Check for excessive spark advance. See,