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Smog Certification

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Obtain Your Smog Certification with Ease

Get your smog certification from our Star Certified station, ensuring your vehicle meets California emissions standards. Our efficient testing process provides you with the certification you need without delays.

Do I Need a smog inspection?

On your annual renewal form, it will indicate if a Smog Inspection is necessary for your vehicle.

Your vehicle does not need a smog inspection if your:

  • Gasoline-powered vehicle is a 1975 year model or older (This includes motorcycles and trailers.)
  • Diesel-powered vehicle is a 1997 and older year model OR with a Gross Vehicle Weight of more than 14,000 pounds.
  • Powered by natural gas and weighs more than 14,000 pounds.
  • An electric vehicle.
  • Gasoline-powered and less than eight model-years old.
CA DMV Registration Renewal Notice

How to get a smog inspection?

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If you are notified that you need a smog inspection or are bringing a vehicle in from out of state, you can make an appointment.

At Smog Dog Palm Desert, we are a STAR Test Only Station and have been helping out clients with Smog and DMV needs.

Our Process

1st

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Visual
Inspection

First, we begin by inspecting the emissions control components and the systems on your vehicle.

2nd

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Functional Inspection

Next, we perform a functional inspection which consists of items such as the check engine light, ignition timing, ODB and more.

3rd

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Tailpipe Emissions
Inspection

Finally, we inspect the tailpipe emissions using the testing probe to check your vehicle's compliance with emissions standards.

Visit Coachella Valley's Premiere
Star Rated Test Only Station

OPEN 7 DAYS!

Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

The date and time right now is:
Tuesday
December 10, 2024
10:48:21 AM PST

We are: OPEN

(760) 773-5705
If you have a question, please call us, or contact us at:
[email protected]
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