For California cars and light trucks from 1981 through 1989, the Emissions Defect Warranty provided coverage for five years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km), whichever came first. From 1990 through 1997, Emissions Defect Warranty remains in effect for five years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km), whichever comes first. Car that are equipped with California certified emissions systems in other areas that have adopted California emissions standards AND California warranty regulations are also covered under the California version of the warranty.
The covered parts are essentially the same as those shown in the proceeding sample lists. This is the short-term Emissions Defect Warranty. The California regulations also require a long-term Emissions Defect Warranty. From 1990 and later, the long-term warranty lasts for seven years or 70,000 miles (112,000km), whichever comes first. Here is a sample list of the covered components:
Catalytic Converter
Ignition Distributor
Exhaust Manifold(s)
Fuel Injection Rail Assembly
Fuel Injector
Fuel Injector Supply Manifold
Fuel Sensor(1)
Fuel Tank
Idle Air Control Valve
Injector Driver Module
Intake Manifold
Intercooler
Powertrain Control Module(PCM)
Supercharger
Synchronizer Assembly
Throttle Body Assembly
Transducer Assembly
Turbocharger Assembly
Three-Way Catalyst (TWC) Air Control Valve
Volume Air Flow Sensor
(1) Flex-fuel car only
Again, keep in mind that this is a sample listing. Check the warranty information for your own car to see which specific items are eligible for coverage.
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