What happens to your ignition during a smog test?
Your vehicle’s engine ignition timing will be inspected during the smog test. The smog technician will ensure ignition timing is set properly, and the system is supplying electric current to the sparkplugs at the correct intervals. Spark, 15,000 to 20,000 volts, is created at the engine’s ignition coil.
What do you need to know about the CA smog test?
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve and System. Engine ignition timing setting. LPFET Low Pressure Fuel Evaporative Test. Ignition timing will be inspected. Ignition Timing. Proper ignition timing degree is required. Gas cap test. EVAP Test. Fuel cap functioning properly. Failed check engine light.
How is a functional inspection conducted in a smog test?
The functional inspection is conducted by the smog technician and is hands-on. The smog technician will ensure proper operation of the following emissions components and systems. Your vehicle’s engine ignition timing will be inspected during the smog test.
How is a vehicle attached to a smog machine?
During the smog test your vehicle will be attached to the smog machine via it’s OBD II DLC link connecter. The OBD II link will relay all “Check Engine” conditions along with stored trouble codes within it’s database to the smog machine while the vehicle is being tested.
Your vehicle’s engine ignition timing will be inspected during the smog test. The smog technician will ensure ignition timing is set properly, and the system is supplying electric current to the sparkplugs at the correct intervals. Spark, 15,000 to 20,000 volts, is created at the engine’s ignition coil.
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve and System. Engine ignition timing setting. LPFET Low Pressure Fuel Evaporative Test. Ignition timing will be inspected. Ignition Timing. Proper ignition timing degree is required. Gas cap test. EVAP Test. Fuel cap functioning properly. Failed check engine light.
How old does a car have to be to get a smog check?
When you transfer a vehicle title, it doesn’t have to undergo a smog check as long as it’s 8 years old or less*; however, the new owner will have to pay the $8 smog transfer fee. If the vehicle is more than 8 years old, you must provide a current smog certification UNLESS: You’re transferring the vehicle to a: Spouse or domestic partner.
When do you add a PDTC to a smog check?
On July 1, 2019, a Permanent Diagnostic Trouble Code (PDTC) check was added to the BAR-OIS Smog Check inspection. PDTCs are the same as regular diagnostic trouble codes (DTC), but they cannot be erased by clearing the DTCs with a scan tool or by disconnecting the vehicle’s battery.