Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 13, 2024

This standardized many of the onboard emissions protocols and codes and allowed states to perform onboard emissions testing. As time passed, even large trucks and motorcycles adopted this same method to test the emissions status of a vehicle. These PIDs focus on the how the engine burns fuel and manages emissions.

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Girls Auto Clinic

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Cars have many sophisticated parts, computers, and sensors that manage and control how much gas your engine uses and how much “junk” comes out of your tailpipe! When something is wrong with these parts, computers, or sensors, the check engine light will come on, and sometimes your car will run and sound different.

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RepairSmith

OCTOBER 19, 2023

While a check engine light, or CEL, can mean a lot of different things, from a bad fuel cap to a failed ignition system, it’s a serious issue and should be remedied as soon as possible. Here in Los Angeles these CELs and trouble codes can result in a failed emissions test, preventing you from registering your vehicle.

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RepairSmith

MARCH 12, 2025

A blocked diesel particulate filter leads to increased emissions that can cause vehicle owners to fail an emissions test. Beyond the legalities, a clogged DPF reduces the efficiency of the exhaust system, compelling your engine to overexert itself. Is It Worth Replacing a Clogged DPF ? Absolutely!

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RepairSmith

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The fuel tank pressure sensor is critical to monitoring fuel vapor and managing emissions. Emission issues: The FTP sensor is a vital part of the EVAP system, so if it malfunctions, it can fail to detect vapor leaks. The vehicle will likely fail an emissions test since the EVAP system captures and controls fuel vapors.

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Girls Auto Clinic

JULY 25, 2022

Spreading out the costs of your vehicle’s required maintenance at steady monthly rate will help you manage your budget, even with the rapid costs of living increase. We don’t want our customers sidelined by price increases they cannot control in their budget. We added more value for our VID Members!

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RepairSmith

JANUARY 15, 2024

Active Check Engine Light Even though the check engine light doesn’t directly mean that your crankshaft position sensor is faulty, it indicates something is amiss. A crankshaft sensor detects the position and speed of your engine’s crankshaft. How Can I Prevent Crankshaft Sensor Malfunctions?

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