993 SAI P0410 P1411 P0303 Clearing Monitor for Smog Check in CA
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Funny they write for OFF ROAD purposes they can help you pass state emission tests. I like your system better Jay.
I am curious when my car turns 25 (3 more years) Texas becomes safety only (no emissions) what the legality of this ecu 'mod' might be. Id like to ditch the system at that point but not if it means having a CEL and not willing to remove bulb.
I am curious when my car turns 25 (3 more years) Texas becomes safety only (no emissions) what the legality of this ecu 'mod' might be. Id like to ditch the system at that point but not if it means having a CEL and not willing to remove bulb.
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I’m not in an emissions state nor do I have an sai related fault, but I think the ecu flash looks pretty good. Would be nice not to have to worry about it ever coming on in the future. Also you can disable the immobilizer while you are at it. Two annoyances killed in one shot.
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I don't think a CYA statement like "OFF ROAD" takes the vendor off the hook (see below). While a DIY hack is not likely to get EPA's attention, they definitely do go after (and fine) commercial entities, especially those importing non-compliant vehicles or modifying emissions systems as a business.
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Not sure how EPA views the bypass guys.
Keep in mind, where emissions aren't required, or where cars are exempt due to age or not being registered, bypasses are perfectly ok (or at least go unnoticed). That, combined with disclaimers like the one below are how these companies can stay in business:
"Fabspeed Motorsport designs performance products for street applications which are entirely street legal and emissions-compliant, as well as race applications with are recommended for off-road track use only. While most Fabspeed products will pass emissions and are entirely road-legal in all 50 states, certain sportcats and catbypass pipes may not be approved in your particular region or state. Please check your local laws pertaining to emissions and catalytic converters". (emphasis added).
Lots of examples here: EPA Case Resolution
The good news is that they *seem* to only go after companies, not one-off DIY violations
Keep in mind, where emissions aren't required, or where cars are exempt due to age or not being registered, bypasses are perfectly ok (or at least go unnoticed). That, combined with disclaimers like the one below are how these companies can stay in business:
"Fabspeed Motorsport designs performance products for street applications which are entirely street legal and emissions-compliant, as well as race applications with are recommended for off-road track use only. While most Fabspeed products will pass emissions and are entirely road-legal in all 50 states, certain sportcats and catbypass pipes may not be approved in your particular region or state. Please check your local laws pertaining to emissions and catalytic converters". (emphasis added).
Can you point to a single company that's been popped by the EPA?
The good news is that they *seem* to only go after companies, not one-off DIY violations
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GJSPIN (06-24-2020)
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Some can set the monitors in a hours time. Buy and install this, it'll solve one of your needs; https://rennlist.com/articles/porsch...rican-drivers/
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I just got my '96 993 back from the shop to have the SAI ports cleared. It was tough, as it was the first time in 80K miles. What's a good fuel additive to prevent or minimize the build-up of junk in the ports? My shop recommended Redline SI-1, twice a year, and only 90 octane. Please tell me if any of you have been able to delay the next CK light and the dreaded P0410 code.
Ron
Northern Calif
Ron
Northern Calif
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I don't think your shop knows what it's talking about. Octane rating in modern fuels does not affect carbon buildup. Fuel system cleaners can help with carbon buildup on valves and combustion chambers, but they don't clean out SAI ports. The reason those get clogged is because your engine is burning oil. Only solution to that extremely common problem in 993's is new valve guides.
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993pbug (07-09-2020)
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I just got my '96 993 back from the shop to have the SAI ports cleared. It was tough, as it was the first time in 80K miles. What's a good fuel additive to prevent or minimize the build-up of junk in the ports? My shop recommended Redline SI-1, twice a year, and only 90 octane. Please tell me if any of you have been able to delay the next CK light and the dreaded P0410 code.
Ron
Northern Calif
Ron
Northern Calif
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