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

check engine lightOBD 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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Star Smog Check: Aston Martin Vanquish & 1978 VW Bus

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Our smog technicians are inspecting two very different vehicles. The Aston Martin Vanquish passes it’s star smog check. Unfortunately, the 1977 Volkswagen Bus does not. It is sometimes difficult for older vehicles to conform to the strict smog standards set out by the State of California. On the bright side, California offers subsidized smog repairs for low-income motorists. There is also a vehicle retirement program that will give you cash for your “clunker.”

Star Smog Check: Porsche Turbo

porsche star smog checkThis beautiful 2001 Porsche turbo passes it’s star smog check in Huntington Beach.

Many vehicles are require smog certification from a licensed CA Star Station. Just Smogs is one of the first smog check stations in California to be certified “Star.” Currently the inspection procedures are identical to the previous smog program.

Star Smog Certified Station!

STAR Certified StationIt’s Official, JUST SMOGS® is a Certified STAR Smog Check Station. We received this honorable certification in late October 2012. The California STAR Smog Check program will be effective January 1, 2013. For more information about the STAR program please visit www.smogcheck.ca.gov