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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by romad, Feb 3, 2013.

  1. romad

    romad 2004 Prīus Base Former Owner (Sold 13 May 22)

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    I was wondering if any whose registration renewal is due in the next 60 days have been told they need a smog test now that the CPR has eliminated tailpipe "sniffer" tests for OBD II vehicles. As I understand it, the test is now an OBD reading (any codes is an automatic fail), and a visual look for illegal mods. (Basically like the Diesel smog test but without the "snap" test)
     
    #1 romad, Feb 3, 2013
  2. Silver bullit

    Silver bullit Right Lane Cruiser

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  3. JMD

    JMD 2012 Prius 4 Solar Roof

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  4. sfv41901

    sfv41901 Masta S

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    Mine should be coming up pretty soon but I don't expect to see it requiring a smog.
     
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  5. romad

    romad 2004 Prīus Base Former Owner (Sold 13 May 22)

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    From what I can tell, the OBD II check, the visual check and the evaporative system functional check are all that is done. IIRC, none of those require the car to be running which is why I was wondering if the Prius was still exempt.
     
    #5 romad, Feb 4, 2013
  6. CNCinCal

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    I just purchased my 1st Prius (used 2004) a couple of weeks ago. It did not require a smog to transfer title. (y)
     
    #6 CNCinCal, Feb 4, 2013
  7. sfv41901

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    Yep, just got My renewal yesterday. $261 w/ no smog required......maybe cause its a 2012 but I believe the Prii is still exempt.
     
    #7 sfv41901, Feb 5, 2013
  8. romad

    romad 2004 Prīus Base Former Owner (Sold 13 May 22)

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    Ah, good to hear it folks. I don't trust CARB or Gov. Moonbeam.
     
    #8 romad, Feb 5, 2013
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