Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Gases - Vauxhall Combo Owner's Manual

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Catalytic converter, exhaust gases

Catalytic converter,
exhaust gases
Catalytic converter for petrol engines 124
Catalytic converter for diesel engines 125
Controlling exhaust emissions ............ 125
Exhaust gases ...................................... 127
Maintenance ........................................ 127
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Catalytic converter for petrol
engines
Leaded fuel will damage the catalytic
converter and parts of the electronic
system, rendering them inoperative.
Use of high-quality fuels other than those
specified on page 121 (e.g. LRP
damage the catalytic converter.
On vehicles with a catalytic converter, the
fuel tank filler neck is of a narrow design so
that a dispensing pump for leaded fuel
cannot be inserted.
Damage to the catalytic converter or the
vehicle may result if the following points
are not observed:
1)
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z Consult a workshop, such as your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer, as quickly
as possible in the event of misfiring,
irregular engine running following a cold
start, a significant loss of engine power
or other unusual malfunctions which
may indicate a fault in the ignition
system. If necessary, driving may be
continued for a short time at a low speed
and with a low engine speed.
z If unburnt fuel enters the catalytic
converter, this may result in overheating
and irreparable damage to the catalytic
converter.
You should therefore avoid
unnecessarily long use of the starter
when starting-off, running the tank dry
(an irregular fuel supply will lead to
overheating) and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
z If the exhaust emission control
indicator Z flashes, slow down until the
1)
) could
flashing stops and the control indicator
is steady. Contact a workshop
immediately. We recommend your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Exhaust mission control indicator Z –
see page 125.