July 23, 20205 yr Getting my car through the MOT is always is a bit of a trial. It takes ages to get the car engine/exhaust warm enough to pass the emissions test . I always use super 97 fuel with Redex and whilst the car really drives well it still takes a while to get it hot. The car is an import (2005) so is there any engine management change I can make or is it a case of a decoke or something else ? Thanks John C
July 24, 20205 yr Hi John....welcome to the Forum Generally, that engine is very efficient at burning fuel and keep emissions on the low side. I would recommend using quality fuel and Redex prior to an MOT test but the most important thing is to keep the revs high for a distance (using a lower gear) and burn off any carbon deposits in the engine...commonly known as an 'Italian Tune-Up'
July 25, 20205 yr Author On 7/24/2020 at 11:19 AM, Trevor said: Hi John....welcome to the Forum Generally, that engine is very efficient at burning fuel and keep emissions on the low side. I would recommend using quality fuel and Redex prior to an MOT test but the most important thing is to keep the revs high for a distance (using a lower gear) and burn off any carbon deposits in the engine...commonly known as an 'Italian Tune-Up' Hi Trevor, Thanks for your response.. I have tried the quality fuel/ redex but wonder whether its actually due to the lack of use (750 miles per year) or that it requires a modified EMS to suit the UK fuel standards.
July 27, 20205 yr Author 5 hours ago, Trevor said: I think it may be down to the limited use...incredibly low annual mileage! Yes its probably once or twice a month in the summer and it stays in the garage most of the winter so I guess I should just get out there with the top down and use it more often.
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