Q: How can I make sure the Emission System is working properly?

asked by on December 11, 2015

How can I make sure the Emission System is working properly?

The Emission System on your vehicle makes sure that your truck does not break any emission standards. Emissions can dirty the air. To make sure that the Emission System on your vehicle is working properly.

  1. Use the proper fuel for your vehicle.

  2. Do not let your vehicle run out of fuel.

  3. Do not turn the vehicle off while in motion.

  4. Make sure the components are maintained and serviced when they need to be.

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