Can I pass smog with cat not ready?
Depending how old your vehicle is, the catalyst monitor might be allowed to remain incomplete and the vehicle still pass the smog inspection. Currently 1999 and older gasoline powered vehicle’s are allowed one incomplete monitor.
Can a Kia Sorento be set for smog check?
Setting the emission monitors by driving your Kia Sorento through a drive cycle might be a bit of a challenge. We highly recommend a smog check repair station or Kia dealership perform the drive cycle on a dynamometer. Kia has designed their drive cycle a bit too complex for the average vehicle owner to perform.
What happens when your car is not ready for an OBD test?
The status of the emission systems may also be reset by disconnecting the battery. After being reset, the emission systems on your vehicle will have a “not ready” status.
What are the emission requirements for a Kia Sorento?
Also make sure the fuel tank is only between 1/4 to 3/4 full. All acceleration and deceleration must be made within 15 seconds, and throttle (gas pedal) application should be smooth at all times. A. Start engine and allow to idle for 5 minutes, in park or neutral. B. Accelerate to 50 mph within 15 seconds and hold that speed for 8 minutes.
Is the Kia Sorento safe to drive on public roads?
Due to individual driving habits however often performing the drive cycle designed specifically for the Kia Sorento is needed. We must note, the Kia Sorento Drive Cycle is unsafe to perform on public roadways. It requires many starts and stops, and at best, difficult to complete even for an experienced auto repair technician.
Why did my car fail the smog check?
It failed the smog check because there is no data; the tech said no monitors. I drove it 250 miles and it failed the smog check again. I drove my car for another 110 miles and took it to Honda dealer to check the monitors. They said it will cost me $320.00.
The status of the emission systems may also be reset by disconnecting the battery. After being reset, the emission systems on your vehicle will have a “not ready” status.
How to do a smog check on a Honda?
COLD START: Begin from Cold Start, and ignition in OFF position for at least 1 hour. ensure your Honda’s fuel tank is between 1/4 and 3/4 full and engine coolant temperature must be below 122°F and within 11°F of the ambient air temperature. Do not leave the key on prior to the cold start or the heated oxygen sensor diagnostic may not run.