Emission Control problems of the 1997 Hyundai Elantra

Three problems related to emission control have been reported for the 1997 Hyundai Elantra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Emission Control problem

Failure Date: 06/10/2002

Engine checl light keeps coming on. Consumer has taken vehicle to dealer and had it checked three times. Mechanic stated that they replaced canister close valve and purge control valve. However, engine light was back on again.

2 Emission Control problem

Failure Date: 11/04/1998

02 sensor replaced on 8-6-01, b/u light switch replaced on 8-6-01,ignition coils repl. On 9-21-99, engine check light been reset 10 times,#1 & #4 not firing 10 times or more, car looses power, chugs then dies 2 times.

3 Emission Control problem

Failure Date: 02/26/1998

Oxygen sensor replaced. Mjs.




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