Smog Diagnostics

Lodi Tire Service is not only able to perform a smog check and certify gas or diesel vehicles; we can also repair your vehicle if it fails for any reason.

Our smog technicians are ASE trained and have a combined experience of 35 years!

We offer a FREE Re-Test if your car fails smog.

Diagnosis of failed smog is $89.95 for most vehicles '96 or newer.

About Smog Checks

California requires most vehicles to undergo a smog check once every two years. If you’ve received your renewal notice in the mail, visit Lodi Tire Service Inc. for a smog diagnosis. We're proud to serve the smog and emission inspection needs of drivers in Lodi, CA, Galt, CA, Stockton, CA and surrounding areas.

Smog checks were introduced in the 1970s as part of the Clean Air Act. Biennial smog checks are especially helpful in California, where many vehicles are on the road. Regular emissions testing reduces excessive smog, keeps pollutants out of the air, and contributes to a healthier state.

Smog Check in Lodi, CA

During a smog check, our team will test your vehicle’s exhaust system to ensure it is not emitting too many pollutants or too much smog into the environment. Equipped with special tools designed for emissions testing, we will measure the amount of emissions your vehicle produces and compare the amount to California’s standards.

Smog checks are required for many CA vehicles, including:

• Most vehicles manufactured after 1997.
• Diesel vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) less than 14,000 lbs.
• Natural gas powered vehicles less than 14,000 lbs.

If your vehicle needs a smog diagnosis, put our team to work. We’ll carefully check your car’s emissions and help you determine whether repairs are necessary.

Facts About CA Smog Checks

• Many counties in California require biennial smog checks.
• Your renewal notice from the California DMV will tell you where you can go to have a smog check performed. Some drivers may need to go to a STAR-certified location. Many others will have more choice.
• You need to register your vehicles within 90 days of receiving your “smog certificate,” the paper detailing the results of the emissions test.
• With a few exceptions, you need to produce the current smog certificate when transferring a vehicle.

Smog checks improve air quality in California significantly. Be sure to get your biennial smog check and emissions inspection soon after you receive your notice. At Lodi Tire Service Inc., we’re happy to check your smog levels and let you know where your vehicle stands. Call or visit us today!