8 Smog Tips That You Should Know:
1. Drive for 30 minutes before a smog test.
It warms up the vehicle by increasing combustion ensuring that it will perform optimally.
2. Use a fuel additive (older vehicles).
It aids in lowering emission levels by working with regular fuel and removing carbon deposits
from the engine.
3. Do a tune-up two weeks prior the smog test.
Tune-up 2 weeks prior will reset the vehicle's system to aid with its performance. It should to be done 2 weeks prior to smog inspection in order to pass.
4. Check coolant levels.
If coolant is full and working properly, it will ensure more air flow through the radiator helping to
test better on emission.
5. Check tire pressure.
If tire pressure is incorrect, a smog test can be altered resulting in an inaccurate reading. More importantly, right tire pressure ensures that your vehicle upholds a proper weight and is crucial for safely. Wrong pressure can result in tire failure causing a serious accident. On the other hand, right tire pressure can make driving more comfortable while lowering fuel costs.
6. Check oil.
Your engine may be polluted with incorrect oil treatment. It is important to use oil compatible with your vehicle and change it every 3,000-10,000 miles depending on your vehicle and oil. Correct oil use is necessary for passing a smog test and will prevent you from being burdened with engine trouble in the future while saving you time and money.
7. Clear "Check Engine" light.
If an engine light is on in a vehicle, it is an automatic fail. You will need to diagnose it and repair before a smog test. The sooner you will get it done, the more trouble you will avoid.
8. State of California CAP assistance.
If your vehicle has failed a smog test, you may be eligible for repair assistance
of up to $500 from the State of California Consumer Assistance Program (CAP).
Consumer Assistance Program Application. For more information visit Bureau of Automotive Repairs.
Does your vehicle qualify for a smog exemption?
Click here to find out: Smog Exemption Info
Please feel free to contact us with questions: (650) 567-6200
Let us make sure your vehicle passes and keeps the air cleaner.
Check out our Services and Coupons!
It warms up the vehicle by increasing combustion ensuring that it will perform optimally.
2. Use a fuel additive (older vehicles).
It aids in lowering emission levels by working with regular fuel and removing carbon deposits
from the engine.
3. Do a tune-up two weeks prior the smog test.
Tune-up 2 weeks prior will reset the vehicle's system to aid with its performance. It should to be done 2 weeks prior to smog inspection in order to pass.
4. Check coolant levels.
If coolant is full and working properly, it will ensure more air flow through the radiator helping to
test better on emission.
5. Check tire pressure.
If tire pressure is incorrect, a smog test can be altered resulting in an inaccurate reading. More importantly, right tire pressure ensures that your vehicle upholds a proper weight and is crucial for safely. Wrong pressure can result in tire failure causing a serious accident. On the other hand, right tire pressure can make driving more comfortable while lowering fuel costs.
6. Check oil.
Your engine may be polluted with incorrect oil treatment. It is important to use oil compatible with your vehicle and change it every 3,000-10,000 miles depending on your vehicle and oil. Correct oil use is necessary for passing a smog test and will prevent you from being burdened with engine trouble in the future while saving you time and money.
7. Clear "Check Engine" light.
If an engine light is on in a vehicle, it is an automatic fail. You will need to diagnose it and repair before a smog test. The sooner you will get it done, the more trouble you will avoid.
8. State of California CAP assistance.
If your vehicle has failed a smog test, you may be eligible for repair assistance
of up to $500 from the State of California Consumer Assistance Program (CAP).
Consumer Assistance Program Application. For more information visit Bureau of Automotive Repairs.
Does your vehicle qualify for a smog exemption?
Click here to find out: Smog Exemption Info
Please feel free to contact us with questions: (650) 567-6200
Let us make sure your vehicle passes and keeps the air cleaner.
Check out our Services and Coupons!
