Got a smog notice from the DMV? Here's what to expect when you bring your vehicle in for a smog check in Lemoore.

When you need a smog check in California

• Every two years for most vehicles, when your DMV renewal notice says one is required
• When you sell most vehicles
• When you register a vehicle brought in from another state

Newer gas vehicles, electric vehicles and some older vehicles are exempt. Your DMV renewal notice will tell you if a smog check is required.

What to bring

• Your vehicle and keys
• Your DMV renewal notice, if you have one
• Your current registration

How to get ready

• Make sure your check engine light is off. A lit check engine light is an automatic fail.
• Drive the vehicle for at least 20 minutes before the test so the engine is fully warmed up.
• Don't disconnect the battery or clear codes right before your test. That resets the computer's readiness monitors, and the vehicle may not be ready to test.

What happens if you fail

A failed smog check isn't the end of the road. Common causes include a check engine light, a faulty oxygen sensor, a vacuum leak or a worn catalytic converter. Our technicians find the cause, show you what we found with a digital inspection and photos, and quote the repair before any work starts.

STAR station notices

Some DMV notices say a STAR-certified station is required. Lemoore Tire and Auto is not a STAR-certified station, so if your notice says STAR, you'll need a STAR-certified shop for that test. If it doesn't, we can take care of it.

Walk-in smog checks in Lemoore, CA

We take walk-ins for smog checks Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, at 601 N Lemoore Ave. Price varies by vehicle, so call (559) 924-5360 for a quote.