1992 Toyota Tercel smog tes failure

Tiny
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  • 1992 TOYOTA TERCEL
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 17,000 MILES
What should I be looking to repair. My car failed the CA smog test in the 15mph test my HC{PPM} was 304 and my NO(PPPM) was 2001.
Sunday, August 29th, 2010 AT 9:38 AM

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Tiny
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Let start with the cheapest
1) new spark plugs with the correct gap, distributor cap and rotor
2) clean/replace pcv valve
3) new air filter
4) change oil and add stp or lucas oil treatment
5) correct engine timing mark
6) drive around freeway 30 minutes
7) Coolant temperature should be normal range when hot (close to the middle of the temp. Gauge)

Now the expensive part.
1) needs new oxygen sensor
2) needs new catalytic converter
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Sunday, August 29th, 2010 AT 11:39 AM

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