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What's Covered in a PA State Inspection?

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The State Department of Transportation (PennDOT) requires you to renew these stickers yearly. The other sticker certifies the vehicle is not emitting toxic emissions to the environment. For the emission test, we hook up your vehicle to a machine that reads the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or the main computer to your car.

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7 Common Reasons Why Your Car Smells Like Gas (+ Is it Safe?)

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Ever get in your car and feel like you’ve been transported straight to a gas station ? That’s because louder noises usually suggest a leak closer to the engine, while quieter ones may point to a leak further along the exhaust system. Note: An exhaust system leak can also reduce fuel efficiency and trigger the check engine light.

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7 Signs of an Exhaust Leak (+ How to Locate the Source)

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Lit Check Engine Light You may see an activated check engine light if the exhaust leak throws off the oxygen sensor readings. It’s also bad for the environment, and you could fail an emissions test. This may result in your vehicle running rich or lean. But wait, it gets worse!