El Primo Smog
Light-Duty Diesel Vehicles Added to the Smog Check Program
Effective January 1st, 2010, Diesel powered vehicles 1998 & newer under 14,000 GVWR are subject to a Smog Check.
Will Diesels be required to have an Acceleration Simulation mode (ASM) or Two Speed IDLE (TSI) Test?
No, Dynamometer Testing will not be part of the Diesel Smog Check Inspection.
How long will the Diesel Smog Check Inspection take?
Although many factors affect the length of time it takes to do any type of inspection, the BAR expects most technicians to be able to complete the Diesel Inspection in under 30 minutes.
What about engine changes on diesels?
The Smog Check Program engine change policy applies to engine changes on diesel vehicles subject to the program. To review the BAR Engine Change Policy BAR website: http://www.bar.ca.gov/80_BARResources/07_AutoRepair/Engine_Change_Guidelines.html
