Vehicle Inspection and Emissions Flashcards
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How often must a passenger vehicle registered in Pennsylvania undergo a safety inspection?
Answer: Every year
Pennsylvania requires annual safety inspections for passenger vehicles.
Which Pennsylvania counties require an emissions inspection in addition to a safety inspection?
Answer: Specific southeastern and south-central counties
Emissions testing is required in select southeastern and south-central Pennsylvania counties with air quality concerns.
What does the OBD emissions test evaluate?
Answer: On-board diagnostic system data from the vehicle's computer
The OBD test reads the vehicle's onboard computer for stored fault codes and monitor readiness.
A vehicle fails its OBD emissions test because two readiness monitors are 'not ready.' What should the owner do?
Answer: Drive the vehicle to complete the drive cycle so monitors set
Completing the manufacturer's drive cycle allows the vehicle's monitors to run and set to 'ready' status.
What is the maximum emissions repair cost that qualifies a vehicle for a cost waiver in Pennsylvania?
Answer: $250
Pennsylvania's emissions cost waiver requires documented repairs of at least $250 before a waiver is granted.
Which of the following vehicles is typically EXEMPT from Pennsylvania emissions testing?
Answer: A vehicle model year 25 years old or older
Vehicles that are 25 model years old or older are exempt from Pennsylvania emissions testing.
During a Pennsylvania safety inspection, which lighting component is checked?
Answer: Headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals
Inspectors check all exterior lighting including headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals.