Why would your car not pass smog?

Any roughness in the performance of the engine will have an impact on the results of your smog test. Also, if your car smokes or over-heats, you may not pass the smog inspection. Smoke from the tailpipe and a hot running engine create high levels of harmful emissions. Be sure that your gas cap fits properly.

Is it possible for a car to pass a smog test?

If your vehicle is too rickety to pass a smog test, you could settle with a smog test facility that will pass the vehicle. The problem, however, is finding the right smog test facility.

How to get a temporary operating permit after a smog check?

Contact (800) 952-5210 for more information. In order to drive your vehicle after a smog check failure, but before you attempt to pass it again, you may request a 60 day temporary operating permit (TOP) from the DMV. The price for the permit varies depending if you’re registering your vehicle:

Can a wet tire cause a failed smog test?

Wet tires can cause the car to slip off the dynamometer, leading to a false reading and failure. The testing machines will dry your tires, so you can still complete the test on a rainy day. However, it’s better to avoid the risk and wait for better weather.

Can you sell a car in California without smog?

So, if you are thinking of selling a car in California without smog please reconsider this option as it is against the law and it will put you at risk (The only exception is if you sell a car to a licensed car dealer, they can still purchase the car).

What to do if your car fails its smog check?

• mark your calendar and begin preparing.
• Perform necessary maintenance. Your car owner’s manual outlines required maintenance at different mileage intervals.
• Clear your check engine light.
• Precheck your car.

  What happens if my car doesn’t pass a smog test?

  If your car doesn’t pass smog you will be unable to register the car. This means that you are not legally able to drive it on the city streets. This is handled by the department of motor vehicles, and their our no exceptions to the rule.

  What would cause a car to fail smog?

  A common reason cars fail smog tests is an excessive measure of hydrocarbons emitted into the air through exhaust. Increased hydrocarbon emissions develop from several places in a car’s gasoline combustion system.

  Can I Sell my Car without passing smog?

  While it may difficult, there are ways to sell a car without a log book (smog check). Some states that require smog or emissions testing allow you to sell a vehicle that may not be able to pass a smog check – provided that the buyer states that he or she is aware of the problem and does so in writing.