WHAT CAUSES HIGH CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)?
Below are common faults which are likely to produce high Carbon Monoxides (CO). Carbon Monoxide is a by-product of incomplete combustion. Carbon Monoxide exceeding maximum limits, can be due to a number of emission failures ranging from inadequate air intake to defective engine computer sensors. 1. Dirty Air Filter – The number one overlooked emissions component, yes, “emissions” component is the engine air filter. A dirty air filter will absolutely restrict air flow, thus disturbing the proper 14.7:1 air/fuel ratio required for optimum fuel combustion. We recommend replacing the air filter at the manufacturer’s required intervals; usually every 15,000 miles, or at least before your vehicle’s smog check. 2. Faulty Oxygen Sensor (O2 Sensor) The Oxygen Sensor is responsibly for delivering information to the ECU (engine control unit) or ECM (engine control module) relating to the oxygen content in the exhaust stream after it has left the combustion chambers. The engine control computer wi
