What happens if my car fails smog?
When a vehicle passes the emissions test or “smog check,” the owner of the car is given a certificate. This allows the vehicle to be registered by the state. But if the vehicle fails the test, repairs must be made to ensure smog compliance before it can legally be registered.
Is the Honda Civic ready for the smog test?
The entire process of self-testing various emission control systems is called a Drive Cycle. By following the Honda Civic drive cycle below you will be able to get the monitors to run, and if all tests pass, become ready for the smog test. Obey all traffic laws while performing drive cycles.
What do you need to know about Honda Civic cold start?
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.
What’s the best way to do a smog check?
Do not brake or shift your Honda in order to slow down. It is important to let the vehicle coast along gradually slowing down to 20 mph. The ECU will once again self-test the EGR System, EVAP Purge System and Long Term Fuel Trims. ACCELERATE: Go ahead and accelerate again at 3/4 throttle until 55-60mph is reached.
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.
Why did my Honda Civic fail the smog test?
My Honda civic failed the smog test due to “monitors not ready”. I have been told by 3-4 different mechanics just to drive the car around. This has not helped. Before taking the car to get tested I had a oil change and gasket repaired due to small oil leak. What can help get my car’s monitor to read?
What should I do when my Honda Civic is not ready?
During this time the Oxygen Sensor O2 response, Air Intrusive (AIS System), EGR Flow, Purge Valve, Misfire Detection, and Fuel Trim diagnostics will be performed. Deceleration: During this step you want to slowly let off the accelerator pedal.
What’s the idle time on a Honda Civic?
Do not leave the key on prior to the cold start or the heated oxygen sensor diagnostic may not run. Idle Time: Run your Honda Civic’s engine (do not drive) for 2 1/2 minutes with the air conditioner on and rear defroster on.
What should I do if I failed my smog test?
If either of these occurred, then there is a specific amount of driving that needs to be done in order to get these to reset. The driving that needs to be done has to include things such as highway driving, stop-and-go driving, accelerating, braking, and many on and off key cycles.