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There is an electrically powered A.I.R. pump under the car in front of the left wheel that supplies air to the engine exhaust system for a few seconds when the car is first started. This additional air is necessary to ensure the emission controls initiate and work correctly on a cold engine. Failure usually occurs because of an electrical problem (blown fuse, faulty motor) but can also be caused by failure of the diverter valve in the hose connected to it, or a problem with the air inlet/exhaust hoses.

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