What is an EPA certified engine?
A Certificate of Conformity is the document that EPA issues to an engine manufacturer to certify that an engine class conforms to EPA requirements. A Certificate of Conformity and Certification Information will contain the emission standards the heavy-duty on-highway engine or nonroad engine was certified to.
How do I check if someone is EPA certified?
Checking Someone Else’s Certification Look on the card for the certification number. Usually they only have to present their certification card to ensure that they are certified. The card will have their name, the date they became certified or took the certification test and an expiration date (if applicable).
What is EPA with cars?
EPA regulations apply to virtually every vehicle, engine and gallon of transportation fuel sold in the United States. It is EPA’s job to ensure that sources comply with emissions and fuel economy requirements. EPA uses a variety of testing and reporting programs to monitor compliance with emissions regulations.
How do I know if my catalytic converter is CARB compliant?
A CARB-compliant converter will also have an Executive Order (EO) number/stamp on its body. The stamped number on the converter body must match the correct EO number listed on the California Air Resources Board website for aftermarket catalytic converters.
Where can I Find my engine family number?
Typically, the label can be found on the actual underside of the hood or on the fender well. To see what they look like and where they are in a few of our sample rides, check out the video below. You don’t need to struggle to find your Engine Family Number, just follow this video to find out what family your engine belongs to.
What do test group and engine family numbers mean?
Equity Locating vehicle “Test Group” or “Engine Family” Number All vehicles sold in the United States have a unique drive-train identifier called the “Test Group” or “Engine Family” Number. This number allows owners, parts suppliers, and service providers to determine specifications and installed emissions control equipment of motor vehicles.
What does the family name on an engine mean?
The engine family name is an identifier assigned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) to every engine verified to Tier 1 emission standards or higher. Engine standards were implemented in the mid-1990s. Engines without a standard are considered Tier 0 engines, and will not have an engine family name.
When did EPA start using engine family names?
The engine family name is an identifier assigned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) to every engine verified to Tier 1 emission standards or higher. Engine standards were implemented in the mid-1990s.