This beautiful Ferrari 360 Spider passes a STAR smog check inspection. Licensed smog technician John takes special care during the inspection.
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Star Smog Check: Aston Martin Vanquish & 1978 VW Bus
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.”
New Star Smog Technician joins JUST SMOGS®
ASE Certified Smog Technician
JUST SMOGS® is proud to welcome Ryan Hemming to the team! Hemming is an accomplished smog technician and an ASE certified mechanic. He attended both California Institute of Automotive Training and Automotive Diagnostic Training in 2008.
Smog Check: Check Engine Light is on?
Will my car pass a smog check with a CHECK ENGINE LIGHT on?
No, unfortunately your vehicle will fail a smog check if the check engine light is illuminated. The industry term is Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).
The MIL is usually located somewhere on the dash. A proper functioning MIL illuminates when the vehicle is initially started. The MIL then “goes off” a few seconds later. If the MIL stays “on” the vehicle will fail the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) Functional portion of the smog inspection.
Why is the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON?
It’s a common misconception that an illuminated MIL indicates the need for an oil change or other routine service. An MIL is triggered when the vehicle’s computer finds a problem somewhere in the system. A “trouble code” is set and the MIL is illuminated to notify the driver. Common trouble codes are: faulty gas cap, oxygen sensor, catalytic efficiency, etc. In some way fault codes that illuminate the MIL are always emission related.
Common terms and symbols for an MIL:
- Check Engine
- Service Engine Soon
- A symbol outline of an Engine
Star Smog Check: Porsche Turbo
This 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 Check on a JEEP
This “apocalypse ready” Jeep Rubicon passes its’ smog check with flyer colors. Like many vehicles in California it was required to be certified at a licensed STAR station. We are proud to say that were one of the first stations in Huntington Beach to be certified STAR!
What is a STAR Smog Station?
What is a STAR Smog Station?
STAR stations are Smog Check stations that meet higher performance standards established by the Bureau of Automotive Repair. Some STAR stations are licensed to perform only tests, while others are licensed to perform both test and repairs. The station is required to post a sign on the services if performs.
State Law requires that a percentage of vehicles have their Smog Check Inspection performed at a STAR station. JUST SMOGS® of Huntington Beach is a certified STAR station. We are licensed to certify virtually any vehicle required in the state of California.
Yelp – 5 STAR Recognition!
Thank you for all the positive feedback! We strive to deliver a 5 STAR smog check. Our goal is to make the hassle of getting a smog inspection painless!
Star Smog Certified Station!
It’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