FAQs.
We try to anticipate questions you might have about our services and to provide the answers here. If you need additional information call us at 1-808-636-1303.
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1. When do I need to provide to get a vehicle Smog Check?
You need a Smog Check every two years (2) if your vehicle is more than six model years old and the model year is 1976 or newer....this does not include motorcycles, electric and hybrid vehicles or two-cylinder engine vehicles.
2. Does my diesel vehicle require a Smog Check?
Yes, beginning January 1, 2010 diesel vehicles will require a Smog Check.
3. What if I sell my vehicle?
If your car/truck is more than four model years old, the owner is required to get a Smog Check before selling the car.
4. My vehicle registration renewal says that I have to go to a STAR station. What do I DO?
If your registration requires you to obtain a Smog Certificate from a STAR station, the test can be run at a STAR certified facility. If you do not pass, the smog station can provide you with a list of repair stations.
5. How will I know if I need to take my vehicle to a STAR station?
You will be notified upon registration renewal notice.
6. What happens if my vehicle does not pass the Smog Check?
You will NOT be able to complete your registration renewal until you complete the repairs necessary for your car to pass a Smog Check retest.
7. What can I do to increase my chances of passing the Smog Check?
In general, the answer is to perform proper and regular maintenance on your car and to not tamper with the emissions control equipment. Here are some tips to help you pass:
You need a Smog Check every two years (2) if your vehicle is more than six model years old and the model year is 1976 or newer....this does not include motorcycles, electric and hybrid vehicles or two-cylinder engine vehicles.
2. Does my diesel vehicle require a Smog Check?
Yes, beginning January 1, 2010 diesel vehicles will require a Smog Check.
3. What if I sell my vehicle?
If your car/truck is more than four model years old, the owner is required to get a Smog Check before selling the car.
4. My vehicle registration renewal says that I have to go to a STAR station. What do I DO?
If your registration requires you to obtain a Smog Certificate from a STAR station, the test can be run at a STAR certified facility. If you do not pass, the smog station can provide you with a list of repair stations.
5. How will I know if I need to take my vehicle to a STAR station?
You will be notified upon registration renewal notice.
6. What happens if my vehicle does not pass the Smog Check?
You will NOT be able to complete your registration renewal until you complete the repairs necessary for your car to pass a Smog Check retest.
7. What can I do to increase my chances of passing the Smog Check?
In general, the answer is to perform proper and regular maintenance on your car and to not tamper with the emissions control equipment. Here are some tips to help you pass:
- Make sure your engine is idling smoothly. If it is running roughly, have it repaired first.
- Visually check under the hood for anything that is disconnected or damaged.
- If your "Check Engine" or "Service Engine Soon" light is on, fix it before you go in.
- If you have Approved Aftermarket parts, you must have the small silver sticker that came with the part. It will have the A.R.B. approval numbers (Example EO D-279-3).
- Make sure your car has NO engine coolant, oil or transmission fluid leaks.
- Warm up your car before you go in. If there is a wait, warm it up again before your turn.
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