Your emissions system is more important than you might realize. Even if emissions testing isn’t required in your area, there are multiple reasons to keep your emissions system in good working order. Here’s why, from Cozine Auto & Towing in Verona, KY.
More Than Emissions - On modern vehicles, the emissions system isn’t just an add-on; it’s integrated into every aspect of how your car, truck, or SUV performs. If something is wrong on the emissions side, like a bad oxygen sensor or a failed EGR valve, you can bet it’s affecting your vehicle’s performance. The days of cumbersome emissions components that were better off removed are long gone. Today’s vehicles rely on emissions components to run smoothly, optimize power, and maintain fuel efficiency. If any part of that system is blocked off or faulty, it will decrease your vehicle’s performance across the board.
Overall Condition - Emissions components say a lot about the running condition of your vehicle. For example, faulty catalytic converters and oxygen sensors indicate your vehicle isn’t running efficiently, and there may be deeper concerns that need to be addressed. When your engine is running right, emissions components can do their job. When an engine is running poorly, emissions systems can’t compensate or become clogged and dirty.
Reliability - Believe it or not, emissions systems contribute substantially to longevity. EGR valves help regulate engine temperature, as well as fuel trim, reducing carbon buildup throughout the engine and adjacent systems. The PCV valve prevents pressure buildup that could cause seals to blow out. If an EGR fails, the engine could overheat, and will definitely not be as effective at perfecting the air/fuel mixture that your engine relies on. A bad PCV valve will cause pressure buildup, or extremely excessive oil consumption.
Cleaner Air - Finally, your emissions system is good for the environment. With the number of vehicles on the road today, it’s fortunate they don’t pollute like they used to. Keeping your vehicle at optimal performance is reason enough to keep your emissions system functioning well; it’s a nice benefit that it helps keep smog levels low as well.
No matter your repair or maintenance needs, we’ve got you covered. For the best automotive service shop in Verona, KY, all or stop by Cozine Auto & Towing today.
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Cozine'z Auto & Towing is proud to be family owned and operated providing emergency roadside assistance and towing throughout the Verona, Crittenden, Dry Ridge, Florence, Ghent, Richwood, Sanders, Sparta, & Walton area. We are well known for our attention to detail and customer service as well as fair pricing. Our team of professional mechanics can provide all repairs to the vehicles that require it from all types of automobiles up to over the road tractor-trailer rigs. Simply put, we know diesel engiens and have the experience plus the facility to handle it. Trust the team that puts you first!
