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Default 2003 Ford Focus Drive Cycle question- Help needed related to catalytic converter - 01-23-2007 , 10:49 AM






I went to get my state inspection done. The focus failed the
inspection, about 5 readouts were not ready. I was told by the tech
that I needed to complete a drive cycle, usually 30-50 miles, to reset
the car and get the readout. I asked a tech at a ford dealership, he
said about 40 miles also. So, this morning I got up, drove 45 miles,
mostly highway, and went back to the inspection shop. no change. Now
the tech says maybe it might need 75-100 miles to reset. All of the
readouts have to do with the catalytic converter, that is what i was
told.

I found this online- Catalyst 7. Drive in stop and go traffic
conditions. Include five different constant cruise speeds, ranging from
40 to 72 Km/h (25 to 45 MPH) over a 10 minute period. Executes the
Catalyst Monitor.

Anyone have any clue as to the best way to do this so that next time I
know I get it right, and don't have to drive an hour only to find out
it wasn't enough?

Thanks
Matt


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Default Re: 2003 Ford Focus Drive Cycle question- Help needed related to catalytic converter - 01-23-2007 , 12:38 PM






nesports79 (AT) yahoo (DOT) com wrote:
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I went to get my state inspection done. The focus failed the
inspection, about 5 readouts were not ready.

Thanks
Matt
TOT I know, but I'm curious, is that similar to our British MoT, where a
vehicle has to be annually tested for roadworthiness and emissions?

Cheers Ivan




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