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Why did my vehicle fail its emissions test?

We all want to breathe clean air and keep our planet green.  One of the ways to do that is by requiring all vehicles with internal combustion engines to pass an emissions test.  That’s...
Published on: Mar 15, 2026

Catalytic Converter Replacement

Many of us have become aware of how important it is to keep our planet’s air clean, and your vehicle has a key component that helps do just that: the catalytic converter.  It’s in the...
Published on: Jan 11, 2026

Oxygen Sensor

Many people hear the term “oxygen sensor" and figure it must have something to do with sensing oxygen. But they don’t really know much beyond that. Let’s break it down; your vehicle ...
Published on: Mar 09, 2025

Diesel Emissions Maintenance

You’ve probably noticed a lot more vehicles being offered with diesel engines.  Diesel is a very popular choice in much of the world.  North America is just starting to close the gap b...
Published on: Feb 11, 2023

Simple Answers from Don DeWane's Garage for Collegeville: Exhaust Service

{{ image('MzQy') }} Question:My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?Don DeWane's Garage Answer:Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could be deadly...
Published on: Nov 04, 2022

Diesel Exhaust Fluid

Diesel engines are appearing in more and more vehicles in nearly every category from compact cars to pick-up trucks to high-performance luxury vehicles.  In much of the world, 40% or more of pass...
Published on: Apr 10, 2022

Exhaust Service at Don DeWane's Garage

Driving around Collegeville, we've all heard a car or truck that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler. The exhaust system has three main functions: Safe...
Published on: Dec 10, 2019

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Collegeville neighborhoods that needs a new muffler. But there's more to the exhaust system than just the muffler.{{ image('https://s3.amazonaws.com/www.autonettv...
Published on: Apr 14, 2018