Just Smogs® – New Logo, New Shirts!

Posted on October 24, 2014 by dewok

STAR Smog Check: Ford GT

Posted on October 16, 2014 by dewok

The Ford GT is an American mid-engine two-seater sports car. Ford Motor Company produced the Ford GT for the 2005 to 2006 model years. The designers drew inspiration from Ford’s GT40 racing cars of the 1960s.

Smog Check: Lamborghini Supperleggera

Posted on August 4, 2014 by dewok

Smog Check: 1984 Buick Riviera Convertible

Posted on July 17, 2014 by dewok

This rare 1984 Buick Riviera Convertible passed a California Smog Inspection and it’s up for sale. Excellent condition with cream paint and maroon interior.

Volvo – OBD II Drive Cycle (Readiness Monitors)

Posted on July 10, 2014 by dewok

Sometimes after a repair involving components associated with the OBDII system it is desirable to check the repair and also return the various parameters to full ready status as quickly as possible. Here is the method that Volvo instructs their technicians to use: Continue Reading →

Smog Check: Lotus Elise

Posted on June 3, 2014 by dewok

The first Lotus Elise we’ve ever smog inspected here at JUST SMOGS®. Our rating: TWO THUMBS UP! This little yellow Lotus was super fun to drive.

Remember, at JUST SMOGS® in Huntington Beach we are licensed and insured to smog check any and all vehicles. So, if you have a higher-end car, truck, van or SUV, we’ll treat it with the utmost care and respect. Feel free to stop by or call us with any DMV or smog related questions.

New Office Manager

Posted on May 1, 2014 by dewok

Sorry Mitch.

Smog Check OBD II (OBD 2) : What are Readiness Monitors ?

Posted on April 22, 2014 by dewok

OBD II, “CHECK-ENGINE” LIGHTS, and READINESS MONITORS..WHAT ARE THEY?

OBD II is a system that has been installed in most 1996 and later cars and light trucks, intended to inform the driver of problems in the components that control the engine and transmission. The primary reason OBD II was invented is to reduce smog emissions caused by malfunctions, but it is also valuable as an alert to the driver that something is wrong…something that can affect gas mileage and drivability, or actually cause further damage to the vehicle.

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