Can you smog a car with a tune?
Here’s a good reminder to anyone running a tuned car out in California: As of today, July 19, the state’s notoriously strict smog testing will automatically fail any car when it detects modified software onboard, aka, a tuned ECU. Drivers can’t register a car in the state unless it’s passed a smog check.
What is a ECU upgrade?
Chip tuning is changing or modifying an erasable programmable read only memory chip in an automobile’s or other vehicle’s electronic control unit (ECU) to achieve superior performance, whether it be more power, cleaner emissions, or better fuel efficiency.
When does a car need to be smogged before sale?
The seller of the car is required to get the car smogged before selling it. The car must pass the smog within 90 days of the intended sale date. This is the responsibility of the seller, so make sure you get a smog certificate or you may be in for a surprise when registering the car.
Is it OK to sit and talk with auto mechanic?
Just about every mechanic AutoMD.com conducted in the course of its service survey disliked customers hovering over him or her while they worked. While it’s appropriate to spend time with your car and the mechanic to explain the problem, it’s distracting and can be dangerous.
What should I expect from an auto mechanic?
When it comes to auto repairs, quick, cheap and good are usually mutually exclusive terms. Plan to leave a car in the shop for the better part of a day to obtain necessary service and be prepared to pay the going rate for parts and labor.
What should you do if your mechanic tells you something is too complicated?
Sometimes it is hard to know whether damage happened at the shop unless you examine your car closely. But a mechanic who is trying to pass the buck on damage that couldn’t have happened anywhere other than in the shop is obviously one to avoid. “It’s complicated.” If someone tells you that something is too complicated to understand, run away.
The seller of the car is required to get the car smogged before selling it. The car must pass the smog within 90 days of the intended sale date. This is the responsibility of the seller, so make sure you get a smog certificate or you may be in for a surprise when registering the car.
How much does it cost to fix a car in smog?
I really need my car for work, but it won’t pass smog and I can’t afford to fix it because the smog station says the repairs are something like close to $800 bucks. I heard from a friend that if repairs are expensive there is a program that will give me a waiver.
What can cause a car to fail a smog test?
If your engine’s oil is contaminated because of inadequate oil changes, it could cause higher emissions and a failed smog test. For these reasons, always change the oil in your car to ensure the best engine performance prior to your test. 5. If Your Check Engine Light Is On, Find a Way to Turn It off
Why does a car need to warm up before a smog test?
Your car’s engine burns fuel, to make sure there is complete combustion (i.e., the engine is running as clean as possible) your engine needs to warm-up. The warmer your vehicle’s engine is, the fewer hydrocarbons will make it out the tailpipe.