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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: Jul 20, 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: Jul 06, 2025

Exhaust

We've all heard a car or truck in our Sparks 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.com/m...
Published on: Mar 02, 2025

Exhaust Service at Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment

Driving around Sparks, 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: Safely get...
Published on: Nov 24, 2024

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: Jun 02, 2024

EGR Valve

It is pretty amazing how auto makers have been able to consistently build more powerful engines in vehicles that get better fuel economy while at the same time meeting increasing environmental standar...
Published on: Mar 11, 2024

Simple Answers from Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment for Sparks: Exhaust Service

{{ image('MzQy') }} Question:My car failed its emissions test – what do I need to do?Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment Answer:Let's get this out of the way: a leak in your exhaust system could...
Published on: Jul 18, 2023

PCV Valve Replacement at Sunshine Service Brake & Alignment in Sparks

The PCV valve is a little, inexpensive part that does a big job for Sparks and our environment here in NV. PCV stands for Positive Crankcase Ventilation. The crankcase is the bottom are...
Published on: Feb 22, 2023