996 C4 and Billy Boat CEL

[nsegative]

Hi folks, I was searching through 6speedonline for a fix to this problem and came across this forum (especially the "ask Loren" topic). I purchased a 1999 C4 which came with a preinstalled billy boat exhaust, and it seems to have the check engine light problem (although the seller claims that this will not impact anything and the car will pass emissions test). Is this something I can fix on my own or will I need to find a mechanic to help me out? Thanks a lot and heres the link to the vehicle (it hasn't been delivered yet, but is coming next week).

http://luxury-imports-online.ebizautos.com...spx?iid=1462974

[Loren]

And the fault code(s) are?

[nsegative]

And the fault code(s) are?

Sorry I haven't had a chance to find out since the car isn't here yet (but I hear I can just go to any shop and borrow a decoder, or can you recommend another way)? Thanks!

[Loren]

Without the fault codes it is anybodies guess.

[nsegative]

Sorry I've never dealt with fault codes before. Is this what I need to read a print out of the code? http://www.obdkey.com/obd_orders.asp

[Loren]

You are in the US and it is a US car?

If so, just find an Autozone - they will let you read your fault codes for free.

Be sure and write them down and report them here.

[nsegative]

Thanks a ton for the very helpful info, will get it done asap!

Edited July 27, 2007 by nsegative

[jmj996]

Thanks a ton for the very helpful info, will get it done asap!

It may be too late to make this comment, or maybe this is already accounted for, but if the fault codes are related to something that needs to be replaced or repaired, do you have any recourse for getting them to pay for it? It just doesn't seem normal to have a CEL for something that doesn't need to be fixed.

[nsegative]

The seller told me that due to the nature of the modifications the cel exists. I called billy boat manufacturer and he told me that shouldn't be happening. Once I get the car and the error codes I will decide from there.

[PTEC]

I'm pretty sure than ANY fault in the DME will cause you to fail emissions.