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How To Get Your Car Ready For a Smog Check - Pass 100% Of The Time - I/M Drive Cycle Ready 

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In this video, I show you how to prepare your car for a smog test via the drive cycle. Smog laws where changed in 2013 to take advantage of the OBD2 system in cars 1996 and up. Since then, the way the smog check is done has changed compared to pre-2013. I show you what needs to be done so you can pass your smog check on the first try. If you thought this video was helpful, don’t forget to comment, like, share and subscribe! Thanks for watching!
*NOTE - The OBD2 system is only read for cars that are 2000 and newer. If you have an OBD2 car from 1996-1999, smog stations still do the "sniffer test" on your car. Basically, for those year cars, they still do the smog check the old way and this video isn't relevant to your particular car.
0:00 - general information about smog and how to check your inspection monitor (I/M) status
2:54 - Idle for 2 ½ mins with AC on - oxygen sensor heater self test, air injection system passive air test, EVAP purge test and misfire detection test are done during this period
3:40 - Get on freeway and accelerate to 55mph - misfire detection test, fuel trim test and EVAP purge test are done during this period
4:25 - Hold 55mph for 3 mins - diagnostics will be performed on O2 response, air intrusive system, EGR flow, purge valve, misfire detection and fuel trim
4:51 - Coast to 20mph - EGR flow test, purge valve test and fuel trim test are done during this period
5:21 - Accelerate back up to 55mph for 5 mins - catalyst monitor diagnostics will be done during this period
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@gamezswinger
@gamezswinger 3 года назад
This is the most ridiculous thing. I have better things to do with my time-but I'm forced to do this to pass the Smog test…
@JeremyBWallace
@JeremyBWallace 2 года назад
Couldn't agree more especially now with the price gouging in gas prices.
@jacobmidkiff3974
@jacobmidkiff3974 2 года назад
Agreed it’s bs
@GR44N
@GR44N 2 года назад
Why are you all so weak minded? It's literally nothing. You turn on your car, wait 3 minutes with the a/c defroster, drive 50mph for 3 minutes, slow down and do again. Don't you already do that daily? Quit being such snowflakes you're ridiculous. This man is making it simple for you and all you can do is complain. Grow up you bunch of pansies.
@Certified_gainster
@Certified_gainster 2 года назад
It’s definitely a racket by the state I’m in California and it’s absolutely ridiculous... just hold the meter up to my tailpipe and let me know if I’m polluting the atmosphere ... thanks for sharing the video but damn ginnaaa lol
@tracyb3198
@tracyb3198 2 года назад
@@Certified_gainster 😂😂😂
@bene.6787
@bene.6787 2 года назад
Thank you very much for this video. Had my car in storage for years trying to figure this out. This was the video that did it! No issues anymore!!!
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Awesome! Glad it helped!
@efrenhern56tvgcghtbt0hhioa2
@efrenhern56tvgcghtbt0hhioa2 2 года назад
@@nukem384 Hi I have a 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. EGR monitor is INCOMPLETE how can I get it fix?
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
@@efrenhern56tvgcghtbt0hhioa2 Take it to a mechanic and have them fix it. Probably not something this drive cycle will help fix.
@PeteUSA44
@PeteUSA44 Год назад
After using your drive cycle method above, my 2006 Lancer just passed the emissions first time! thank you so much!
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped!
@rodolfoluevano3095
@rodolfoluevano3095 Год назад
Worked perfectly on my 00 Camry . Did exactly as you explained first try just passed emissions!! Thanks dude great video
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped
@FoxSkulk
@FoxSkulk 2 года назад
Perfect video explaining how to know when my 2017 Chevy Volt would be I/M ready. I failed inspection after my car was repaired for EVAP even after driving for a month on gas and EV.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Thanks
@molozful
@molozful 2 года назад
I've been fussing around with the car for days trying to get the last 3 monitors to be ready. Followed this video and worked the first time. Thank you!
@molozful
@molozful 2 года назад
They did pass in an unexpected order though. I had CAT O2S HRT not ready. CAT became ready shortly after the idle (which was surprising, I thought it depended on the others). The other two only got set around the end.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
@@molozful Awesome! Glad the video helped!
@DDalDunk
@DDalDunk Год назад
I don't comment on a lot of videos. But I'm taking the time to say thank you on this one, took my Mini Cooper 2013 on a drive cycle (no A/C test required) and passed smog within the hour. Been behind on registration for two months!
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Excellent! Glad the video helped!
@RyanProm-nn7nq
@RyanProm-nn7nq Год назад
Hi, my name is Ryan. Thank you so much for an awesome tip on drive cycle. It really works! And i would strongly recommend this to anyone who need to pass smog test with OBD2. Once again, thank you.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped!
@cloud-ny5ux
@cloud-ny5ux 2 года назад
my man, this tutorial actually worked!
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Awesome, glad it helped!
@Alienifyy
@Alienifyy 2 года назад
This video has saved me from a big headache. Just recently bought a used car for a really good deal but the catch was the catalyst wasn’t ready. Found this video and after 4 driving cycles the car was ready for smog!
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Excellent! Glad it helped!
@TropicalBones
@TropicalBones Год назад
Did you reset your OBD2 scanner before doing the 4 drive cycles?
@donarteilacas1294
@donarteilacas1294 Год назад
@@TropicalBonesHow do you reset it? I don’t know
@toddschmieder7873
@toddschmieder7873 3 года назад
Followed exactly and just passed smog here in Cal!!!!! Yeah!!! Thank you so much!
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Congrats! Glad it helped! Our state is so liberal with these smog checks, that's for sure!
@toddschmieder7873
@toddschmieder7873 3 года назад
@@nukem384 yes sir. It absolutely is! They suffocate us with their liberal policies!!!!
@tedmalabey4542
@tedmalabey4542 2 года назад
Congrats! I been stressing driving around like a clown!
@tracyb3198
@tracyb3198 2 года назад
Liar
@rithy1468
@rithy1468 4 месяца назад
Did this drive cycle this morning on my 2005 Honda Civic, it was said bad cat and oxygen sensor and after the drive cycle, all readings on the ob2 reader were all green check marks and passed smog. I am grateful for the video.
@nukem384
@nukem384 4 месяца назад
Glad it helped
@dpj118
@dpj118 Год назад
Worked perfectly for my 2005 Lexus RX330 with 195,000 miles. Thank you. I've been stressed prepping for annual emission test in Virginia due to my check engine light coming on regularly. Your suggestion worked perfectly for me using one driving cycle and I was able to pass my Virginia Emissions Test. My 2005 Lexus RX-330, with 195,000 miles, gets a Check Engine Light regularly with no other problems. Car runs perfectly. Happens every 150 - 400 miles after resetting OBD II error codes. OBD II indicates catalyst Bank One or Two are outside manufacturer specified threshhold. I usually do an error code reset and keep driving. Came upon your video while prepping for annual emissions test. I ran through your procedures and I got all monitors to register OK. Without going home, I immediately went to emission testing station and my vehicle passed. I'm good for another year. Saved me alot of stress and money.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped and you passed!
@trixie9867
@trixie9867 Год назад
try some catoletic converter cleaner -
@samuelriebel5535
@samuelriebel5535 Год назад
This is reassuring because I have the exact same Lexus and we're having the same issue. I just ordered the OBD monitor and ready to give it a go. Is it ok to turn off the engine after the drive cycle completes?
@dpj118
@dpj118 Год назад
@@samuelriebel5535 I did not turn off my RX 330. I drove directly to the inspection station when the drive cycle was complete and OBD indicated I would pass. Not taking the chance an engine restart would trigger Check Engine and VSC lights.
@tienle355g
@tienle355g Год назад
@@dpj118 did you leave the car running while you went in to get it smogged? I'm most likely going to do the same but shut off my engine, go in and have the paper work done then when the technician is ready, he can start the car and hopefully all will be well.
@MAKOLA61
@MAKOLA61 9 месяцев назад
I drove only fifty miles following his f Directions. You save me lot of money Great video with best instructions Thank You Sir
@nukem384
@nukem384 9 месяцев назад
Glad it helped
@exoskeletal6704
@exoskeletal6704 3 года назад
Tried this on my 08 Silverado It passed ! Thank you!!
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Congrats! Glad it know it works on other car manufacturers other than Honda's!
@MarkJames-uo1tt
@MarkJames-uo1tt 4 месяца назад
Smog test are really stressful on upkeep made me find a way everytime i buy a new car, this made situations hard but seems RU-vid and Channel's like Stray Administration represent a stress free civilization making these fast for our purpose...💯
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc 4 месяца назад
Wow we're here at it again, seems I go to praise them everytime I get satisfaction from the platform on RU-vid
@nukem384
@nukem384 4 месяца назад
Agreed. That's why which switched to EVs, to avoid this. Much easier if you can afford.
@LindaCharles-ll6lm
@LindaCharles-ll6lm Месяц назад
It is I see why people drive illegally and say forget it very stressful
@jonnapatricia5191
@jonnapatricia5191 2 года назад
It’s a great and reliable video. Was facing this kinda issue back then with my emission test so I had to look for a way, which was how I came across Stray Admin who has got years in experience of helping lots of citizens pass they’re Smog test too.
@jonnapatricia5191
@jonnapatricia5191 2 года назад
All I had to do was just to hit the RU-vid search icon and type in Stray Administration, he popped right after.
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc 4 месяца назад
Wow we're here at it again, seems I go to praise them everytime I get satisfaction from the platform on RU-vid
@twinturbo3531
@twinturbo3531 2 года назад
Big thanks....tried this morning very early. Checked the im readiness and all oks..passed my smog....I guessed another year...
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Awesome!
@ayosunshinee
@ayosunshinee 3 года назад
i learn something new, my smog tect told me I have a big problem, but it only needs a cycle test. thanks for the info
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
No problem! Glad it helped!
@JamesBond-uv8sn
@JamesBond-uv8sn 3 года назад
I followed the steps today and I finally passed the smog test yay ! Thank you
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Yay, congrats! 2 more years of no worries :)
@tracyb3198
@tracyb3198 2 года назад
Liar. Your band is James Bond😂😂 You know damn well you didn’t get on that freeway and do all these ridiculous steps
@moudoesgaming2054
@moudoesgaming2054 2 года назад
Thank you very much for this video, I had changed battery about week ago and don’t pass smog test, mechanical guy told me just go driving more,but every time I drove about 70mile back, it all show same problems,I almost desperately for that, then I watch this video, and get up 6 am at morning, do exactly what you said and go to highway driving, and I paased, so appreciate that.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Excellent! Glad the drive cycle fixed the problem!
@GabeItchess
@GabeItchess 2 года назад
same ! guy told me i need to keep driving it even tho i did already. hope this helps me man i need to pass desperately
@cobygreenwood1015
@cobygreenwood1015 Год назад
Been being told to drive also 🤦🏻‍♂️
@mikebell6926
@mikebell6926 3 года назад
YOUR THE MAN BRO!!!
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Glad it helped!
@RingNationClips
@RingNationClips Год назад
4:09 is accurate. I had OBD2 connected while watching real-time monitors and that’s exactly how I got monitors to get the check marks. However, I had to coast to zero mph so it may be slightly different for certain makes. I had a 2007 Chevy Silverado.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Thanks for the verification!
@ghostrider-gm2wg
@ghostrider-gm2wg 10 месяцев назад
@@nukem384 I have an O7 gmc sierra but it wont coast down to zero, only to about 6 to 8 mph. Even going slightly uphill it wont go down to zero. It will slowly creep about 5 mph. Cycle drive won’t get the evap or co2heat ready. Guess ill have to go pay extra somewhere to pass it.
@77bluegold
@77bluegold 2 года назад
THANK YOU!! I replaced a battery on Saturday and with your tips (combined w/ other guy) and I passed the smog check on Monday. I couldn't find a smog place on on Sunday.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Awesome! Glad it helped!
@TheLoveSheGives
@TheLoveSheGives Месяц назад
THANK YOU SOO MUCH !!! - KEPT FAILING THE READINESS FOR INSPECTION BCUS OF MY 02 SENSOR!! - GOT UP THIS MORNING DROVE FOR ABOUT AN HR … & IT WORKED !! P.S. I DRIVE A MERCEDES C250 !!! - UGH SO HAPPY BECAUSE I BEEN DRIVING THE HELL OUT OF THIS CAR
@nukem384
@nukem384 Месяц назад
Glad it helped
@hectorherrera7786
@hectorherrera7786 Год назад
Life saver 🙌
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped
@jeffreyocampo4717
@jeffreyocampo4717 Год назад
Hi thank you for the tips.i did what you said and it work i passed the inspection.thanl you so much
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped!
@michaelcostaphoto
@michaelcostaphoto 3 года назад
Dang I love RU-vid. Thanks bro, this is super useful hack
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
No problem! Glad it helped!
@musictherapy141
@musictherapy141 10 месяцев назад
Effective method. The tricky part is finding highway with little to no traffic. My code can possibly be repaired if I replace OEM gas cap. I did pass smog. 👍thx.
@nukem384
@nukem384 10 месяцев назад
Yes. That's why I mentioned late at night or early morning. It's your best shot at having less people on the highway. Congrats!
@musictherapy141
@musictherapy141 10 месяцев назад
@@nukem384 Right. So I had to time it in AM so once I went thru the various tests I can then drive car over. Had about 3/4 full tank, and drove 30mi. My mechanic told me no hard stops so I was very careful. Years back my light went on as I pulled into smog shop. Btw I have a toy Celica gt 2001. Thx 👍 again
@latinrico33
@latinrico33 Год назад
thank you very much for my honda civic it worked perfect 👌
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped
@carl0s360
@carl0s360 3 года назад
Re took my smog check test today here in California. All I did to pass was drive on the highway for 30 miles before going, and keeping my engine on when I got there
@darrinsiberia
@darrinsiberia 3 года назад
My smog shop is always packed so my car gets stuck sitting in the parking lot cooling down every time.
@dmo848
@dmo848 3 года назад
U got balls lucky
@racerxf12004
@racerxf12004 Год назад
excellent and informative video.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped
@darkpunk1327
@darkpunk1327 3 года назад
Great info 👍
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Thanks! Glad it helped!
@maxximum18
@maxximum18 Год назад
Thanks Man Good Video!
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped
@2JZ_DEE
@2JZ_DEE 11 месяцев назад
this method worked great for me on 2015 kia soul
@nukem384
@nukem384 11 месяцев назад
Glad it helped
@bayabasatduhat8089
@bayabasatduhat8089 3 года назад
Emission test relying solely on OBD2 monitors has added stress to car owners whose OBD2 monitors have shown to be not ready when their cars are taken to the emission test centers. Now, they have to perform all kinds of procedures, which mostly are difficult to complete (maybe not to experts), to get the monitors ready. If the monitors are not ready, let's say just couple of them, car owners should have the option to get their cars tested through I/M 240 dynamometer or another test which truly measures the pollutants coming from the car's emission. Local governments who require emission test and emission test centers opted not to do this anymore for cars equipped with OBD2 technology. I'm not exactly sure why they resorted to that, maybe because it takes longer or the equipment required for I/M240 are way too expensive to purchase and to maintain. Emission test is no longer an emission test if the only option is testing OBD2 monitors. It should be called emission monitors test or test for a car's emission technology but it should no longer be called emission test per se. OBD2 testing is efficient and clean, yes, but give the car owners an option to get the pollutants coming from their cars' emission actually tested through I/M 240 (or another method that is truly testing emission and not the car's technology) when their OBD monitors are showing not ready especially if they are not throwing any codes.
@jamesbarlowjr.3762
@jamesbarlowjr.3762 3 года назад
I agree with you. I live here in Ohio and it’s bullshit they have it. I remember reading somewhere a long time ago that the reason they don’t charge anymore which was 20.00, is because the state got enough money for cigarette tax! Which is bullshit. So that tells me they are only in it for the money. There are counties that have it and some that don’t. It’s not like each individual county is in its own bubble we all share the same air. So why are the majority of the counties exempt? Just like you said, it should be done with the “Tail Pipe Test”. That’s true Emissions. And we should have the option. It’s getting tested either way. It’s all Bullshit and Political. I did do a damn drive cycle on mine and it better have worked. Ha. Big Jim
@microduty6190
@microduty6190 2 года назад
And we are polluting more by performing drive cycles.
@beth6252
@beth6252 2 года назад
You are absolutely right about this adding stress to life. I have tried and tried. Kind of hard to be able to do all this “drive this way and don’t brake” stuff in L.A.
@JeremyBWallace
@JeremyBWallace 2 года назад
Exactly, this is all BS. Where's the cheat code to bypass it?
@Moondoggy1941
@Moondoggy1941 2 года назад
5 years in DMV hell we could not get our Ford Expedition to clear the codes, two shops told us to go somewhere else because they have ran out of ideas and patience, it only has 79K miles on it. Thanks Ford for the misery.
@rowdnei13
@rowdnei13 3 года назад
Really good video
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Thanks! Glad it was helpful!
@MAnwar-id7cl
@MAnwar-id7cl 5 месяцев назад
Great job thank you
@nukem384
@nukem384 5 месяцев назад
Glad it helped
@dond3018
@dond3018 Год назад
I tried this on my 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport (2.4L). I bought it brand new and this year was the 1st time I had to take it for a smog test (CA). It failed last week so this morning I took a 4AM drive and followed each step. By 9AM the Santa Fe passed the smog. Thank you! 👍👍
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad it helped!
@bobhjf
@bobhjf Год назад
Great, a list of procedures would be helpful but I think I can remember. 1/2 throttle to 55 for at least 2 1/2 min. Drift to below 20 mph, then 3/4 throttle to 55 for 5 minutes. Brake then good to go..
@RadicalAwakening
@RadicalAwakening Год назад
Thanks for the summary!!!
@bigred1964b
@bigred1964b 18 дней назад
Excellent
@nukem384
@nukem384 18 дней назад
Thanks
@bigred1964b
@bigred1964b 18 дней назад
@@nukem384 no, thank you, the last 3 days the inspection guy said not ready,2 times each day 100 miles 😭 I'm tired so I'm going your way 👍💯,500 miles but I messed up by disconnecting my battery 😝
@avamaria8447
@avamaria8447 2 года назад
What about traffic stops between my house and the freeway, any impact on this? Your video is awesome, truly wish I saw it before try to smog yesterday. Thank you.
@MrSpt67
@MrSpt67 2 года назад
Thanks for this! I’ll report back to you 😀
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Sounds good!
@Ritarose-lv9zq
@Ritarose-lv9zq 4 месяца назад
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@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc 4 месяца назад
Wow we're here at it again, seems I go to praise them everytime I get satisfaction from the platform on RU-vid
@pattencycling
@pattencycling 2 года назад
thanks bro good video
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Glad it helped!
@victorsofcircumstancesonso1606
@victorsofcircumstancesonso1606 2 года назад
thanks bro!!!
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
No problem!
@march7228
@march7228 Год назад
Thank you for this video! Have two very low use vehicles needing smog checks and had some concern there might be issues. Took your advice and bought an Autel OBD2 scanner, one model up from the one shown (an MS309). The MS309 has an improved display with a summary test result screen, so it was easy to see immediate results. All was good with the Autel tests and both vehicles then passed at the smog center. One thing to add, with the low use vehicles, awhile back I’ve lost data due to run down batteries. Bought a dual trickle charger and repair unit from Norco (Genius line). You might want to include a link for those, too, as the tricklers can directly contribute to test success by preserving data continuity. Thanks again!
@march7228
@march7228 Год назад
Correction: NOCO Genius line chargers
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Glad the video helped!
@jfarinacci0329
@jfarinacci0329 3 года назад
thank you
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
No problem
@llegnd
@llegnd 10 месяцев назад
Hopefully it works for me ima give it a try 🙏🏼
@nukem384
@nukem384 10 месяцев назад
Good luck!
@Rainwatercolor
@Rainwatercolor 2 года назад
MAN~ Wish I'd seen this 4 months ago... I went in and they kept telling me to drive it around 40 mi then come back did that over and over again till I'd racked up about 360 mi and still the computer said needed to be driven. I didn't know that having my dead battery replaced caused that :( They said my catalytic converter was toast and that had just been installed in 2018. So I went back and now here we go again, that shop that installed the first one told me I needed to drive around. I explained what had been happening and sounds like he's going to get them to stand behind the warranty and install the new converter. Man this has been the biggest hassle! I have a Toyota Matrix and haven't driven much due to Covid and lost my job... at this point I think I'm going to get it installed and sell the car and get as much for it as I can get. It's a 2003 Matrix and looks sweet.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Boooo. The whole driving around thing is a really old school way of thinking. Any old timer mechanic will tell you to do that. This drive cycle really helps cut down those miles. And if it doesn't work after like 3 tries, then you actually have something wrong with the car that needs to be fixed. In your case, sounds like your cat was defective or something. Hopefully they can fix it so you can get rid of the car. Really happy we have EVs now, no more of this hassle lol.
@phynnie
@phynnie 8 месяцев назад
Thanking you with a like and sub.
@nukem384
@nukem384 8 месяцев назад
Appreciate it!
@abelv3415
@abelv3415 3 года назад
Watching this video helped me learn how to make enchiladas
@starguard4122
@starguard4122 2 года назад
Did they come out Good?
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc
@DoctorSafiullin-sq2vc 4 месяца назад
The results of my smog on new cars gets me all the time, I'm an average working citizen and don't thnk expensive helps me in anyway possible, it's why i stick to working with Stray Administration, the RU-vid channel page can help at these times we all need to move on the streets and work, that's all I'm literally doing so I'm in big support
@spknout
@spknout 3 года назад
Totally worked for me.. Honda Accord 2997.. Thanks
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
They require smogs on cars from the future??? Lol jk jk, glad it worked for you!
@beadnut
@beadnut 3 года назад
@@nukem384 he actually has a flying car. 😁
@allymarie5442
@allymarie5442 3 года назад
@@nukem384 i read the same thing I was like from the future that’s so funny
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
@@allymarie5442 Haha :P
@u2fkeys665
@u2fkeys665 3 года назад
Thank you..you even made me cry😢
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
Glad it helped!
@juca13g
@juca13g 2 месяца назад
I always had safety inspections performed bc of the county i lived in then i moved to a county that did full inspections and came across this issue when i changed the battery but i drove it 400 miles for a trip then another 200-300 miles for work...3 inspections later it finally decided to be ready. Wish I knew about the drive cycle lol
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 месяца назад
Well shoot. Now you know for next time :)
@juca13g
@juca13g 2 месяца назад
@nukem384 next time I'll save myself the hassle by hitting up the dark web for an off the books inspection. Don't even have to drive anywhere 🤣
@OKBAOK
@OKBAOK 5 месяцев назад
Ok it’s me again with another car. 2015 Mazda 3. Check engine light came on due to P0421 code. I put cataclean it helps. Registration Renewal came it needs a smog. Check engine light came back On. Put cataclean again cleared the light, tomorrow at 2 am I’ll follow your procedure again🙂. I will update, thanks.
@nukem384
@nukem384 5 месяцев назад
Good luck!
@takoyakiball
@takoyakiball 2 года назад
Clear explanation. :) Wondering, why would we need to get to the freeway as quickly as possible? I ask because where I live, I don't have access to the freeway without stopping and going by the time I get there. Plus, I was thinking about driving to an area several minutes away (also stop and go to get there) that may be safer to hold a speed for several minutes without getting in the way of other drivers. Would that completely negate all the tests running after sitting idle?
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
If you can't get to the freeway quickly, it's ok, just get to it as fast as you can. It has to do with the car warming up which could impact the monitors readings. Just try and do your best. Awesome handle BTW. I had some pretty authentic takoyaki from a street vendor in Osaka straight out of those circular molds they use one year. Really good!
@takoyakiball
@takoyakiball 2 года назад
@@nukem384 Oh, I see gotcha. I may have to do one tonight, another early morning, then again after work tomorrow. I have a 2003 Toyota Matrix XR, so I hope this does the trick! If not, it'll be a sad day for me...😭 Awesome btw that you've tried takoyaki in Osaka (the best way, really). I lived in Kyoto for 3 years and went to Osaka or Kobe almost every week lol! Okonomiyaki is my favorite, though. 😅
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
@@takoyakiball Hopefully you'll only have to do it once, it everything works out Kyoto is beautiful! Been there and Kobe as well. Love okonomiyaki too! We make that at home every now and then.
@GR44N
@GR44N 2 года назад
2:54 Let the car sit overnight. Have a full tank of gas. ✅ 3:04 Idle the car for 2.5 minutes with AC at full blast and rear defroster ON ✅ 4:09
@GR44N
@GR44N 2 года назад
55 mph half throttle 3 minutes
@nordicpride9708
@nordicpride9708 7 месяцев назад
And then coast to 20mph
@zerocal76
@zerocal76 Год назад
Thanks for the info! I did this outline of the instructions for myself and want to share it. Might want to pin it 😀 Car engine cold ¼ to ¾ tank of gas 1. Turn car on, idle for 2 ½ minutes with AC full power and rear defroster* ECU tests: O2 heat self-test Air injection system passive air EVAP purge Misfire detection 2. Accelerate to 55 MPH at half throttle* ECU tests: Misfire detection Fuel trip EVAP purge 3. Cruise at 55 MPH for 3 mins* ECU tests: O2 response Air intrusive system EGR flow Misfire detection 4. Coast to 20 MPH (no braking or gear shifting)* ECU tests: EGR flow Purge valve Fuel trim 5. Accelerate to 55 MPH at ¾ throttle* ECU tests: Catalytic monitor diagnostics
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Thanks!
@jeffreystillwell1374
@jeffreystillwell1374 Год назад
This application seems a lot less stressful 😊
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Much easier for sure
@RareAirTwo4
@RareAirTwo4 Год назад
I have a 2015 Dodge Challenger with only 50k miles, took it in for the first smog and failed due to 'oxygen sensor monitors NOT READY'. I hope this cycle helps me out, I also recently ran some cataclean with 91 octane fuel. Fingers crossed it passes.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Good luck!
@rm5902
@rm5902 3 месяца назад
Thx
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 месяца назад
No problem
@jannorton5108
@jannorton5108 Год назад
OK so I have a "97 Ford Escort (155,000 miles) with a check engine light on. My friend thought he was helping and disconnected my battery before I tested. Then I went in to test a day or so later when the engine was cold. You guessed it, it failed. So I bought the fuel additive that "guaranteed pass smog test" and my friend changed my oil and oil filter. Since my CE light had come back on when I was trying to do these drive cycles every other day, he disconnected my battery AGAIN after I thought I had explained why that was such a bad idea the first time. While trying again to do drive cycles and make sure the engine was warmed up this time....the CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME BACK ON. I don't know what to do except junk the car. I can't afford to get a diagnostic let alone a fix. I had a mechanic tell me a couple of years ago that the code that it was showing then was a sensor deep in my engine and the labor alone would run about $1000 plus parts.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Any an OBDII car, like yours, you can't "cheat" and disconnect the battery. That was an old OBDI trick. If a mechanic told you you have a sensor issue that's causing a CE, you need to get it fixed. Doing this drive cycle a thousand times isn't going to help. This drive cycle helps reset your monitors. It doesn't magically fix CE and issues with your car. So sorry to say, you have a tough choice. You need to get it fixed or figure something else out for transportation.
@ozzmann3217
@ozzmann3217 2 года назад
This is the issue I am having have a 2014 mustang GT I haven’t driven in like 2 years because I’m a field mechanic and work out of a truck… sadly I let it sit so long the battery died I know I should know better being a mechanic but it was last on my list the last two years… I believe having a weak battery I had to charge it my issue then once I actually get that done I need to do a drive cycle which Fords is literally insane and too damn specific
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
I would think so. If you know that Ford reset all the monitors in the event the battery dies (or trying to do the old trick of pulling the battery to reset it to try and pass smog back in the OBDI days) then yeah, you'll have to do a drive cycle to get your monitors ready.
@brianc8001
@brianc8001 Год назад
Hello there. Great clip here. But, I actually tried the portion of the cycle last night with my 06 S2000 when I have CAT not ready, and it didn't work. But, not sure if I did it right. I saw one of the comments asking if I can skip all the parts and start from 20mph accelerating to 50mph with 3-quarters of the throttle for 5 mins. I was at 53mph with 3rd gear for more than 5 min, but didn't work for me. I'm trying to review what I did wrong or different than what you shared. 1) Is gas still need to be at somewhere in 2 quarters (more than 1 quarter less than half a tank)? 2) Can I shift up and stay at 50mph? or need to stay at 3rd gear? 3) Do I need to be at 3-quarters of throttle at 50mph? If so, I need to be on 2nd gear since my car is a high-rev car. 4) how precisely do I need to be with 3 quarters of throttle and the speed at 50mph?(as I went over 50) Thanks in advance.
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
I would try again and do the whole thing, not just a piece of it. Just follow the video with what I did. Don't upshift, you want to stay in the same gear. Yes, you'll lug the engine. And yeah, fill the gas at least 2 quarters.
@KrGsMrNKusinagi0
@KrGsMrNKusinagi0 Год назад
one not ready you can still pass here on newer cars.. older ones they give you 2 not readys and you can still pass here
@notsure1872
@notsure1872 Год назад
Had enough of the emissions testing. About to register vehicle in an exempt county.
@smartcoollunatic
@smartcoollunatic Год назад
I went to Autozone and they ran an inspection and they said everything was fine. I kept failing inspection when I went to other places prior to Autozone. The people at Autozone said that someone took my codes off (catalyst evaluation and oxygen sensor). I’m not sure what that means.
@OKBAOK
@OKBAOK 6 месяцев назад
I followed ur instructions. Before I followed it, I’m having a problem with my TPMS tire sensor to clear . All the tires air pressure and spare tire are ok. It’s been couple of days. Tried the reset procedure here in RU-vid still didn’t clear the TPMS. I have scanner to clear it but, didn’t do it yet. So I did ur procedure it cleared my TPMS sign/icon :). At the same time my Catalyst before is INC, now is Complete too👍🙂. Now is just the Evap system is INC, googled it found a procedure. That’s my next plan. I think my car will pass the smog now, even the Evap is INC.That’s what I found out too in searching they said even the Evap is INC it will be ok... But I will still do the procedure for the Evap..Thanks for your video 👍🙂 I Subscribed 👍🙂 Ok, update, this morning i drove my Son to work and follow the Evap procedure cuz it's INC. It didn't ok the Evap still INC... Then I decided to do smog test and it pass :) thanks for your video:). Now i have to do my Astrovan same issue Catalyst INC. :) will update again :)👋🙂
@nukem384
@nukem384 6 месяцев назад
Awesome, glad it helped
@tedyum1415
@tedyum1415 3 года назад
I had all the monitors complete except for catalyst. I didn't know what part of the drive cycle reset this..your explanation and what to do when I was able to reset. After warm up,55mph for 3 minutes then throttle off and coast to 20mph,no brakes or gear down Did I the the freeway early in the morning with flashers on. If your freeway has hills,when you throttle off try to time it going up hill,that brings you to 20mph faster Then 3/4 throttle back to 55 for 15 minutes. That should make it
@tedmalabey4542
@tedmalabey4542 2 года назад
Thought it was 5min after dropping to 20mph
@soukiallen1
@soukiallen1 2 года назад
i have gone 3 times allready to try to resolved this issue (catalyst inc.) on my 2012 acura mdx. i bought an obd 2 scanner and about to attemp this hopefully it will work. ohhh by the way the smog tech. keeps telling me i have to keep driving it to clear it and its been 2 hundred miles and i hasnt clear its been a thorn in my spine.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Lolol why are so many techs stuck in the past??? I get that comment pretty often on this video. Mindlessly driving the car around doesn't magically fix it. Hopefully doing the drive cycle will. If it doesn't work by 3 tries, you probably have a problem with your cat that needs to be addressed. This drive cycle also doesn't magically fix everything.
@Renee_Lopez
@Renee_Lopez 2 года назад
All I did was plug my obd2 scanner in set it to live data and drove out to the country. Found the longest stretch of road without a stop sign and drove 50 mph. It popped up all monitors ready and I drove to the smog shop and it passed
@tracyb3198
@tracyb3198 2 года назад
Do you leave the monitor hooked up while driving
@Renee_Lopez
@Renee_Lopez 2 года назад
@@tracyb3198 yup
@kkimberly2004YT
@kkimberly2004YT 2 месяца назад
Very helpful, thank you! Is there a time limit as far as how long you have to get to the test center before your car isn't ready if you already have a not ready for your catalytic converter? I know that was all over the place, but hopefully, you understand what I'm asking. lol
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 месяца назад
I wouldn't wait too long if you can get the monitor to ok status. I would literally go to the smog center either that day or the next just to get that chore out of the way.
@kkimberly2004YT
@kkimberly2004YT 2 месяца назад
@@nukem384 ok I thought it was literally a matter of a very small time frame, like 30 minutes to a couple of hours tops. Thank you so much!
@stevebutler812
@stevebutler812 2 года назад
BEFORE they do the smog ask them to "run the OBD2 and see if the car is smog ready to test" which they have to do for free - if you ask! if it's not ready, they cannot charge you anything. The first thing they will do anyway is check the obd2! But, if you ask to check if its smog ready before the smog and its not they cannot fail you. Otherwise, They will run the scan and might fail you if its "not ready" but you have to ask for the obd2 scan before they start the smog!!! Or, get a free scan at Auto zone or Orielys first.
@jt.633
@jt.633 2 года назад
Wished I read this comment I already paid for the test (minus the certificate part)
@user-ru7gt1gw6h
@user-ru7gt1gw6h 10 месяцев назад
That's right
@527stoners
@527stoners 2 года назад
Thanks a lot man worked for me …
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Glad it helped!
@PocoPortillo
@PocoPortillo 2 года назад
I clear the faults a block a away from the emissions center with my scanner. It never fails to have a check engine light on when its time for an e-test.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Probably means you actually have something wrong with your car. You can't just "clear faults" and expect the car "to be fine" and pass. Read the code and get the issue fixed, then you wouldn't have to deal with that in the first place.
@PocoPortillo
@PocoPortillo 2 года назад
@@nukem384 do it your way. Ill do it mine.
@noahnichols7604
@noahnichols7604 3 года назад
I drive an 08 chevy aveo, it is a manual transmission vehicle. So I can't decelerate to 20 from 55 without changing gears. Fifth gear would make my engine very unhappy at such a low speed. Any tips? Thanks for the great content!
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
I have another car that's a stick, but I can't exactly remember if I lugged the crap out of the engine, like you're alluding to lol or if I just downshifted. Try this, do the tests and downshift so you don't lug, and if it ready's the sensors, you're good. But if it doesn't then you might have to lug it, but I'd do it when there's not a lot of cars around for obvious reasons.
@noahnichols7604
@noahnichols7604 3 года назад
@@nukem384 thank you very much for the insanely fast response time, just out of curiosity will running the car normally complete a drive cycle? I took my car to the testing site after only 20 miles since the repair. It failed emissions obviously. So I've driven an additional 80 miles, I'm just curious if regular driving will complete the drive cycle. Thanks again!
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
@@noahnichols7604 Yes, regular driving should complete the drive cycle, granted you do certain things that ready the specific sensors. Doing the I/M drive cycle (this video) is a faster way to get the sensors ready without having to drive 100+ miles and basically randomly driving your car around endlessly. If you've done this drive cycle multiple times and one of the sensors isn't ready, you might have an actual problem with that sensor/part that needs to be looked at. The drive cycle doesn't magically fix broken parts. Some people seem to think that for some reason. Like back in the day when OBDI cars were around and you could disconnect your batt, reset the ECU and cheat the smog to pass.
@noahnichols7604
@noahnichols7604 3 года назад
@@nukem384 thank you so much, I have had severe anxiety regard this issue, you have literally changed my week. Thank you
@janicecrymes3096
@janicecrymes3096 2 года назад
Your information was very clear, but the drive cycle instructions seem difficult. Especially on the freeway.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Thanks. Yes, not the easiest thing to do and a bit dangerous if I'm not lying. That's why I mentioned doing it in the morning or at night when there aren't as many cars out.
@tienle355g
@tienle355g Год назад
Hey Darrell. Thanks again for this helpful information. If the catalyst monitor per the 5 test of the drive cycle results in a 'not ready', do I have to do all 5 tests again or can I just do the 5th test? Please LMK. Thanks!
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
You can try and do just that part again.
@tienle355g
@tienle355g Год назад
@@nukem384 Thanks, Darrell!
@jayeenenwhy
@jayeenenwhy 3 года назад
I have a 2012 Mini Cooper, would this be something that would work? I've tried the Mini specific drive cycle, doesn't seem to work. I've failed SMOG test a few times do to CAT not being ready, so hopefully this will help! When we have to do "multiple" drive cycles.. is the trick then to get it to the 55 and coast down, and get back to 55.. continuously?
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
It doesn't hurt to try and see what happens. I would give it a couple tries and see. Yes, you have to go 55 and let is coast, just like I explained in the video for the ECU to do its thing. If you've done it a couple times, and it doesn't work, you might have an actual CAT issue, like you need a new CAT. The drive cycle can't magically fix everything, sometimes actual parts are broken.
@tlamax7769
@tlamax7769 3 года назад
The CAT "not ready" issue may be fix by turning on the car and wait for the temperature gauge to rise, then step on gas and reb the rpm to 3,000 for 3 minutes.
@myxalplyx
@myxalplyx 6 месяцев назад
How complete the drive cycle quickly: (Geared for Hondas and Acuras) 1) Make sure car is cold and hasn't been driving, 2) Make sure you have 1/4 to 3/4 tank of gas, 3) Let car idle for 2.5 minutes (With A/C on full blast and defroster on) ECU will run O2 sensor heat self test, air injection system passive air test, evap purge test and misfire detection test 4) Turn off A/C, 5) *Get on freeway as fast as possible * and drive 55mph at 1/2 throttle , for 3 minutes ECU will run test on O2 response test, air intrusive system test, EGR flow test, purge valve test, missfire detection and fuel trim test, 6) Then let off gas pedal and let the car coast down to 20mph, DO NOT BRAKE OR SHIFT GEARS DURING THIS TIME, Ecu will run an EGR flow test, purge valve test and a fuel trim test, 7) Once down to 20mph, Do 3/4 throttle to get to 55mph and run for 5 minutes, ECU will run catalytic monitor diagnostic test, **May have to do this few times with old cats** Huge thanks! 👍
@nukem384
@nukem384 6 месяцев назад
Glad it helped
@estellesouza179
@estellesouza179 11 месяцев назад
Nukem384, you are AMAZING. Anyone that reads this is no joke. I am a single woman in my 60's and own a 2001 Ford Mustang. I also live in California so every other year I have to get my car smogged in order to get it registered. I bought the car in 2022; the party I purchased the car from had the car smogged that year. In March this year my battery was replaced by Triple A. In early July when I went to the smog station which is adjacent to my mechanic, he asked if I did something with my battery and I said I had my battery replaced. By that time I had already put several hundred miles on my car. Apparently, it's not the mileage but how you drive the car. The smog station gave me a drive cycle which is SIGNIFICANTLY LONGER than Nukem's. Two weeks ago I spent FOUR hours doing everything on that drive cycle to the letter and still failed. I was beginning to panic as my registration is due in July. Although I paid my registration fee DMV still sent a letter saying my registration was incomplete. I also ride public transporation (BART) and in the past have been ticketed by BART police twice in one day for expired tags. This morning I woke up early at 3:00 am as my main concern was where was I going to find a stretch of road where I could drive 20 mph for five minutes. Someone was watching over me because I found the perfect road. For whatever it's worth I also replaced my fuel cap. After I ran Nukem's drive cycle I drove straight to my mechanic's. I was ecstatic when he told me I passed. Nukem, thank you so much for sharing this Drive Cycle. It really works.
@nukem384
@nukem384 11 месяцев назад
Excellent!!! Glad the video helped!
@estellesouza179
@estellesouza179 11 месяцев назад
@@nukem384 I am so grateful and thankful I saw your post. After my car failed the smog the first time the smog place gave me a drive cycle they give to their customers. It was A LOT longer than yours and took significantly more time. I had begun to think I was never going to pass. A big shout out to you Nukem. Thank you for sharing.
@Martin-ql2bd
@Martin-ql2bd Год назад
NO I/M on FIXD. Did your freeway drive Twice 4am Sunday. Still has Solid engine light. The FIXD Told me and 3 guys with scanner to replace 02 sensor. I did 100 back. I cleared history on FIXED. LAST YEAR I PASSED SMOG Now 10,000 later problem!
@1980zz4
@1980zz4 2 года назад
We have been going out of our minds to get a 2019 GT350 to pass. Both Cats and O2 sensors show unsupported. The car originally had a tune, but it has been flashed back to stock. We've put about 1000 miles on it since it was refreshed...no luck yet. BTW, the dealer says they show voltage to the O2 sensors. Any ideas are appreciated.
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Aftermarket is always tough, even if you've gone back. Trial and error is probably best. Maybe test with a known good O2 sensor?
@donalddodson5979
@donalddodson5979 3 года назад
My check engine light seems to go through a cycle, two weeks on and then off. The code says cat converter. It's a 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid with 216,000 miles. I'm due for inspection in NJ next month. The car runs great and I can't afford a new car. Will this work? How do I keep the check engine light from coming back on?
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
That sounds like you actually have an issue with your cat. And at 216k, I would believe it. This drive cycle to basically to reset your monitors, so it might help, but I think in your case, you should get your cat looked at. It might just be time to get a new cat.
@leonardmarrufo8984
@leonardmarrufo8984 Год назад
Thanks for the tips! If I reset and turn off the codes, will it pass Smog check? Thanks
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
The car won't let you do that anymore. That's an old OBDI thing, where you could disconnect the battery, go straight to the smog and pass. Modern cars today on OBDII, that doesn't work and actually if you were to disconnect the battery, you'd have to do a drive cycle to get everything reset or all your monitors wouldn't be ready.
@yildguven
@yildguven 2 года назад
hi Darrell, I have a quick question for you. I only have the catalyst monitor diagnostics remaining. Can I just drive to the fwy and skip the previous tests and just bring the car up the 55mph with 3/4 throttle for 5 minutes? And keep trying until it works? Or do I have to do all of the tests for it to work? Thanks for your help
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
You can skip to that part. Keep in mind tho, if you try a bunch of times and it doesnt fix it, theres probably a problem. This doesnt just magically fix everything.
@HiddenAgendas
@HiddenAgendas 11 месяцев назад
@@nukem384 What is the problem? I have a 2015 Infiniti Coupe and the final CAT part won't clear.
@mary9003
@mary9003 Год назад
What if my air conditioner doesn’t work on my ‘98 gmc truck. Can I skip this part or do I still do this step as you mentioned? Mine has to do with catylac converter, ekg & ekg box ??? Thanks
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Yeah. As long as the AC doesn't throw a code, you should be fine.
@wyattspop
@wyattspop 2 года назад
How do you figure out which models can perform, read a drive cycle? thank you
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Any model can. I think the sequence I have shown in the video is optimized for Honda/Acura though. I would Google your specific car and drive cycle and see if something similar or the same thing comes up.
@billysmith8239
@billysmith8239 2 года назад
Question ❓ I haven't disconnected the battery in two years, but smog check Guy said I had to take out on Freeway to reset. I don't drive the van much and I am surprised it needs resetting. Maybe the test tech was busy and just blowing me off. Is this common?
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
Uhh yeah sounds like he's blowing you off. There's no reason to reset the battery if it doesn't need it for some reason. If your car is ready for a smog, then it should just be tested and done. Resetting your battery when everything is fine would make you do this process just to get the monitors reset.
@Pete-xm4qs
@Pete-xm4qs 2 года назад
Make sure that engine temperature is above 170. If not O2 sensors will not reset
@robertovalenciavalencia4427
@robertovalenciavalencia4427 2 года назад
Moore .. 😢 sad..I got the same problem whit my car 🚗 arghhh my ballss 🥵😂🍺🍻 🎸👽
@Swayyj
@Swayyj 2 года назад
i’m bout to change my o2 sensors now and sell my car today.. but first i have to get a smog. will my car be able to smog??
@genuineimpulse9134
@genuineimpulse9134 7 месяцев назад
2009 VW rabbit, 5 speed with only 110,000 miles and fighting this BS in Maryland right now. If the check engine light is on it fails. 2022 I had a local mechanic do lots of work, it runs great but he couldn't clear the code. VW dealership charged me $200 to tell me it would cost me $1340 to fix secondary air sensor issue. If I fix it myself, or I pay a non- VW shop but the check engine light is still on it will fail, without them testing anything about emissions.
@nukem384
@nukem384 7 месяцев назад
Unfortunately that's how OBDII smog checks work these days. All they care about is check engine light on and all the monitors must be working. Didn't your local mechanic read the code from a tool like the video? Since you know what it is now, why not give it a shot yourself, make sure everything is clear like in the video and then you shouldn't have any issues?
@genuineimpulse9134
@genuineimpulse9134 7 месяцев назад
@@nukem384 yep I’m going to try. But in the past simple things like changing fuses has stumped me so my confidence isn’t great.
@genuineimpulse9134
@genuineimpulse9134 7 месяцев назад
@@nukem384 I bought a tool that allows mechanics to reset the codes after doing the repair. Reviews of the tool complain there’s zero directions for the non technician. I have until Feb 4th to become DIY repair on a complicated machine with 5% experience, I learned to change oil and spark plugs 35 years ago on a non computerized car. Now I’m terrified to take parts off and tinker with something that’s driving perfectly.
@nukem384
@nukem384 7 месяцев назад
@@genuineimpulse9134 so that may be part of your problem. "Resetting" codes in the old days would work for OBDI cars to kinda cheat the system in a way. Keep the code off long enough to pass your smog and then worry about it in 2 years. You can't exactly do that today with newer cars. So best thing to do is get that part changed and it should clear your check engine. Then there shouldn't be anything to worry about. Since you know what the problem is, if you're not comfortable doing it yourself, why not just take it to a mechanic, explain the code, and have them do it? Costs a bit a money, but then your problem should be solved.
@schowdhry1982
@schowdhry1982 3 года назад
Loved your video.. super informational. Quick question though I got a scanner and did this drive cycle while the monitor was plugged in. I got all of the I/M readiness check but just couldn't locate the catalyst monitor specifically on the my I/M readiness screen. Everything except EVAP was ready [ which is fine since i don't need EVAP ready to pass smog in California]. So to double check again when i turned off my car and turned it back on all the I/M readiness test. I selected "this drive cycle" and all the tests were showing incomplete again. Do I need to redo the drive cycle before i take it for a smog check? I would think since they were ready it should still show as being ready? Am I thinking about it correctly ?
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
'That's weird. Yes, if the monitors are ready, then they are ready, but if you were to plug in your scanner again, they should still read ready. It could just be a one time scanner error, it happens. Try plugging in the scanner again and see if it still gives you errors. If so, I would try to do the drive cycle one more time to make sure the monitors are ready. If you were to plug the scanner back in, say a week from now, the monitors should still be reading ready. You could also use a different scanner to test the monitors just to rule out your scanner having errors. That could be your backup
@derekbushway6251
@derekbushway6251 2 года назад
You can't choose "this drive cycle", you have to select "since last erased", otherwise scan tool is just showing since you turned the key on.
@davediamond9436
@davediamond9436 8 месяцев назад
@@derekbushway6251 thank you for that response to that comment, i have had that same question about which reading do i look at ... appreciate you..
@imsoooimpresssss4574
@imsoooimpresssss4574 2 года назад
how do you switch gears to what when you have to slow down to 20mph & speed up again for catalytic converters test…? thought it has to be in drive the whole time…
@nukem384
@nukem384 2 года назад
If you have an automatic, yes youre right. Im explaining with the stick shift I have in the video
@imsoooimpresssss4574
@imsoooimpresssss4574 2 года назад
@@nukem384 ooo 👍 okay…i see now…ty
@MrInternet69
@MrInternet69 Год назад
All these cars driving and revving and idling polluting the air...but yet these emission tests are to help keep the air clean...yup..makes perfect sense to me🤣
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
Lol I know right. Help keep the air "cleaner", there I fixed it for you haha.
@TimmyGotcha19
@TimmyGotcha19 3 года назад
If I need to repeat the drive cycle, do I need to let the vehicle cool off for 8 hours or can I just repeat the deceleration/acceleration steps during the same session?
@nukem384
@nukem384 3 года назад
To be safe, yes, I would let the car cool off. Then reset and try again.
@SacCarScene
@SacCarScene Год назад
When you are running the test do you have the OBD II scanner plugged in and connected?
@nukem384
@nukem384 Год назад
I didn't. But I've heard of other people doing this. Probably better to not have it plugged in though.
@josepintor2944
@josepintor2944 3 года назад
I’ve done this with a new cat installed. I still have the cat code not ready. Drive it 130 miles so far
@chonghwang8028
@chonghwang8028 3 года назад
Smog technician said drive more. I drove more than 3000 miles but not passed. So I installed both cat convert and drove 2000 more not passed. Went dealer they made me wait all day and said cat converters are not OEM that might cause trouble,let’s put new mass airflow sensor ($960). I came home cleaned it, idling smoother than before but not passed. Went DMV extended registration . I am replacing coolant temperature sensor. My truck runs like new but smog check gives me big headache.
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