How can I pass a smog test with a dead battery?
WAIT A BIT AFTER DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY If you recently jump-started or replaced your car battery, wait at least one week before going in for a California smog check. When a car’s battery dies or is disconnected, the computer resets, erasing the internal emission monitors required to pass a smog test.
Will my car pass smog with the battery light on?
Answer: The Battery Light is not inspected during the smog check. It will not cause a smog check failure.
Can a bad battery affect emissions?
Replacing the battery or even simply disconnected the battery on a vehicle will cause the engine control unit (ECU) to reset and clear all the emission monitors (and trouble codes; if any existed). Emission monitors are needed to be READY or COMPLETE in order for the vehicle to pass the smog check.
Can a car pass a smog test after battery was changed?
I was told it could not pass a smog test until the computer was reset; at a cost of $135.00.This car has always past before. What difference would this make if they are sticking the tester in the exhaust pipe?
Why did my car fail the smog test?
Car has 50,000 miles and is in flawless shape- always serviced and use best synthetic oil and premium gas. he said computer need to reset itself since i only drove it since recharge. I trust smog guy – have used him for 15 years; he told i need drive on freeway for 25 miles before taking it in so it resets. I only drive it 5 to 10 miles per week.
Can a convoy auto repair do a smog test?
We are certified by the state of California to perform smog tests, and we can also perform any related repairs you need. You can trust Convoy for complete car checkups to help keep your car running in top condition.
Is it possible for a car to be smogged?
It would either come out clean or not clean. The other option was to drive the car a lot before bringing it back to get smogged. This car is driven very little. It is a 2002 model with less than 60,000 miles.