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Q: Is my vehicle required to get a Smog Check ?
A: It depends on your situation:
Out of state vehicles being registered in California requires a Smog Check regardless of model year.
A: The Low-Pressure Evaporation test checks for leaks between your engine and the gas tank. It is required by the State of California for vehicles 1995 and prior (some models are exempt). For the official FAQ provided by the State’s Bureau of Automotive Repair, click here.
Q: How about Diesel vehicles ?
Q: My car is perfect. Why do I need a FREE retest ?
A: While your engine emissions may seem fine, a California smog inspection covers also the computer on board of your vehicle, hoses, and wiring under the hood. If any of these components fail, you will be required to repair them and go through another full smog inspection (State law prohibits partial retests). At Smog Express Richmond, we give you the peace of mind that you can always return to us without being double-charged. Check out our Tips to passing a smog test here.
Q: What are the environmental benefits of the Smog Check Program ?
Q: What happens if my vehicle fails a Smog Check ?
Q: How often does my vehicle have to be tested ?
A: In most cases, your vehicle must be tested every other year. A Smog Check is also required
if you sell your vehicle and it is more than 4 model years old.
Q: What is a Test-Only station? A Star Certified one ?
A Star certified station has proven its performance and accuracy to the Bureau of Automotive Repair, and is allowed to smog any vehicle, even gross polluters.
Q: How will I know if I need to take my car to a Star certified station ?
Q: How can I help my vehicle pass a Smog Check ?
Q: What is CAP and how do I qualify ?
You can download the CAP application (English), Programa de Assistencia al Consumidor (Spanish), or call (800) 952-5210.