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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 12:44 PM
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im planning on getting some resonated test pipes and have heard that the check engine light will go on... is there any way to resolve this??
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 12:47 PM
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It's been discussed alot of times. Type non fouler fix on search and voila.
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 01:25 PM
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I have over 10,000 miles and still haven't got a check engine light. I have even run with open Nismo headers and I didn't get a check engine light. I think that only happens on some cars or if the O2 sensors is damaged.
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 02:56 PM
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spark plug non-foulers... not a big deal. search and you will learn
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Old Jan 12, 2006 | 03:14 PM
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it come up and off. Don't worry about it.
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 12:04 AM
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I can't believe people still dont know (not u thread starter) that some models get it, and some models dont. Pre 2004.5 DONT get aa CEL w test pipes and post 2004.5 do!

For the unlucky ones who do, theres 3 things u can do.. simulator, diode or HELP! method. Latter one is easiest, first one looks the most professional. Some test pipes have the bung between the 4 oclock and 7 o clock position, which make HELP! method useless b/c the o2 sensors would be too close to the floor.
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 05:27 AM
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Help! method did not work for me
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 07:02 AM
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I can't believe people still dont know (not u thread starter) that some models get it, and some models dont. Pre 2004.5 DONT get aa CEL w test pipes and post 2004.5 do!

For the unlucky ones who do, theres 3 things u can do.. simulator, diode or HELP! method. Latter one is easiest, first one looks the most professional. Some test pipes have the bung between the 4 oclock and 7 o clock position, which make HELP! method useless b/c the o2 sensors would be too close to the floor.
so since i have a '03 Track, i wont need to do anything then?? I hope you're right. Im gettin them on in about 2 hours.
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Old Jan 13, 2006 | 11:25 AM
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+1 for non-fouler
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Old Jan 14, 2006 | 07:16 AM
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i have megan racing down pipes on my '03 enthusiast with 28k. no cel.
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Old Jan 14, 2006 | 03:05 PM
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Yes if ur 03 ur fine. Its just as rare for a pre 04.5 to get a CEL as it is for a post 04.5 to get one. If you get 1 in a 100 miles, the fix is easier than installing the test pipes
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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 10:13 AM
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thanks guys. Just got my Labree test pipes installed and you guys were absolutely right.... NO CEL!! whew. But all i gotta say is HOOOOOLY ****. These test pipes are sick. Pulls way harder. My first test run down the street i totally missed 2nd gear cuz it redlined so quick and my engine cut. but WOW what a difference. I dont get the black smoke that some members have experienced. The Guys at Labree are really great. Superior quality and excellent customer service. Gonna go do anothjer run down the street....
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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 07:16 PM
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If the test pipes dont throw a engine light, that means you pass inspection right? Or is there other things they would do to find out? Because last time i went on inspection they just plugged a computer in to see.
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Help! method...

http://www.etraxx.com/350z_MIL.php
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Originally Posted by GAaaAR
If the test pipes dont throw a engine light, that means you pass inspection right? Or is there other things they would do to find out? Because last time i went on inspection they just plugged a computer in to see.
Certain states use the "mirror" technique to insure that you have cats on.
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Originally Posted by GAaaAR
If the test pipes dont throw a engine light, that means you pass inspection right? Or is there other things they would do to find out? Because last time i went on inspection they just plugged a computer in to see.
Certain states use the "mirror" technique to insure that you have cats on.
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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by BobbyRitz
I have six sets sitting around if anyone wants them - 20 bucks shipped; drilled and ready to install
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Old Jan 24, 2006 | 09:53 PM
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10k miles on an 05' with zerd testpipes and no cel so far.
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Old Jan 31, 2006 | 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by InsaneChink
im planning on getting some resonated test pipes and have heard that the check engine light will go on... is there any way to resolve this??
I used Casperselectronics o2 boxes and had them hard wired in. Have yet to have any problems. I trust that company and recommend them to anyone.
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