EMISSION INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE TEST PREPARATIONS CAT. F, NO. 005/93
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1983 Mazda RX7
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ARTICLE BEGINNING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
PROPER PREPARATION FOR STATE EMISSION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE TEST
Model All Mazda Models
Category F
Bulletin No. 005/93
Date April 28, 1993
DESCRIPTION
Some vehicles with properly functioning emission control systems may
fail certain states' emission inspection and maintenance test(s)
(tailpipe emission tests).
In order to avoid the above mentioned condition, make sure the
following items are observed before conducting the test:
* Engine should be warmed up but not overheating (as indicated
by gauge or warning light).
* All electrical loads and AC should be turned off.
* For 5-speed models: Neutral range should be selected.
* For automatic transmission models: "N" or "P" range should be
selected.
NOTE: All Mazda vehicles meet the U.S. EPA and California emission
standards when tested under the EPA certification test
procedure.
PREPARATION PROCEDURE
Perform the following before conducting the emission inspection and
maintenance test:
1. Before testing, bring the engine's operating temperature to
normal by operating the engine for approximately 3 minutes at
2,500-3,000 rpm.
NOTE: When the cooling fan has cycled on and off twice, the engine
has reached its normal operating temperature.
2. Test the vehicle as soon as possible after the engine has warmed
up. Keep the engine at operating temperature during the test.
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