CALI guys; what are you doing to pass smog?

UncleWede · 02-12-2015, 12:02 PM

Also, if your codes were cleared right before you go in for smog, they won't run the test. There is a minimum number of miles or engine hours that have to be stored before you can complete the test.

sunnydshine · 02-12-2015, 08:27 PM

When I was catless, a few places refused right away due to the smell. After i put the stock cats back in my car passed with no issues.

I currently have
Vanguard Exhaust
Vishnu Intake
Vishnu Meth kit
HPF intercooler kit
and procede 2.5
I put the map back to 0 and drive around for about 100 miles before i went back in for the smog.

NoTempoLimitN54 · 02-15-2015, 01:19 PM

I'm about to go in for the first time - bone stock. Plan to start modding afterward.

From what I've heard, FMIC is OK if it uses the stock connections (because they are going to look at it through the hood) and it looks reasonably close to the stock one. Cat-back exhaust is OK.

Intake is NOT OK unless it's one of those super-expensive CARB approved ones (Dinan is the only one that comes to mind). I don't see how you could pass with catless downpipes installed. The pre-cat can be seen through the hood and you'd get SES light unless you have a "fix" which I'm guessing could be detected.

If you need to clear codes prior to testing, you need to do at least two complete drive cycles from a cold engine, and spend some time between 50-60 mph in order to re-set the readiness monitors.

climax_e92 · 02-15-2015, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by NoTempoLimitN54

I'm about to go in for the first time - bone stock. Plan to start modding afterward.

From what I've heard, FMIC is OK if it uses the stock connections (because they are going to look at it through the hood) and it looks reasonably close to the stock one. Cat-back exhaust is OK.

Intake is NOT OK unless it's one of those super-expensive CARB approved ones (Dinan is the only one that comes to mind). I don't see how you could pass with catless downpipes installed. The pre-cat can be seen through the hood and you'd get SES light unless you have a "fix" which I'm guessing could be detected.

If you need to clear codes prior to testing, you need to do at least two complete drive cycles from a cold engine, and spend some time between 50-60 mph in order to re-set the readiness monitors.

Yeah i might just pay the $200 + to pass it lol...

Tim07e90 · 02-15-2015, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by climax_e92

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Originally Posted by NoTempoLimitN54

I'm about to go in for the first time - bone stock. Plan to start modding afterward.

From what I've heard, FMIC is OK if it uses the stock connections (because they are going to look at it through the hood) and it looks reasonably close to the stock one. Cat-back exhaust is OK.

Intake is NOT OK unless it's one of those super-expensive CARB approved ones (Dinan is the only one that comes to mind). I don't see how you could pass with catless downpipes installed. The pre-cat can be seen through the hood and you'd get SES light unless you have a "fix" which I'm guessing could be detected.

If you need to clear codes prior to testing, you need to do at least two complete drive cycles from a cold engine, and spend some time between 50-60 mph in order to re-set the readiness monitors.

Yeah i might just pay the $200 + to pass it lol...

Exactly what I'm gonna do. Lol

verdik · 02-17-2015, 10:49 PM

I have Cobb set to map 0 and deleted all code last week. i've driven about 80 miles since then. i just checked now, i still have code P2FA3, which is common with cobb installed. Can I go to smog with P2FA3 code still there?

deadmn1337 · 02-18-2015, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by verdik

I have Cobb set to map 0 and deleted all code last week. i've driven about 80 miles since then. i just checked now, i still have code P2FA3, which is common with cobb installed. Can I go to smog with P2FA3 code still there?

If there is no check engine light on the dash then you are fine to go in.

verdik · 02-18-2015, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by deadmn1337

If there is no check engine light on the dash then you are fine to go in.

Thanks deadmn1337! Anyhow, i will go as well to a SMOG station where it offers a free retest

Jordan_Choukair · 02-21-2015, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by robbie211

JB4, Intake, Intercooler and vanguard exhaust (secondary cat deleted). I put the JB4 on map zero and it will allow OBD2 readiness.

But since you have downpipes you need the DP fix in order for the CEL to be off and keep your the OBD2 in readiness since the o2 sensors will keep throwing a code without cats or a DP fix.

I have a question on where you got your secondary cats deleted, I'm from San Diego and can't find anyone to do it !

montego09 · 02-23-2015, 07:49 PM

i do mine at a shop charges me $150 no questions asked

Spensaur · 02-23-2015, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by montego09

i do mine at a shop charges me $150 no questions asked

oOOOoOooh, please let me know of the shop! I will pass everything but its just that I have my secondary cats deleted... Not sure if I want to chance it at other shops.

robbie211 · 02-23-2015, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Jordan_Choukair

I have a question on where you got your secondary cats deleted, I'm from San Diego and can't find anyone to do it !

Vanguard exhaust is a downpipe back exhaust and does not have secondary cats.

tc535i · 02-24-2015, 06:06 PM

Also in need of some help, PMs appreciated. Gotta get a certificate by 4/20

Wickede92 · 02-24-2015, 09:32 PM

please pm me as well...thanks!

Spun Crankhub · 02-25-2015, 03:08 AM

BMS DP fix

kiwi29 · 03-10-2015, 05:50 AM

Now when you guys say visual, do they lift your car up? Or is it just how it stands? If so ima slam my car to the floor lol
so with the secondarys removed, can you still pass?

deadmn1337 · 03-10-2015, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by kiwi29

Now when you guys say visual, do they lift your car up? Or is it just how it stands? If so ima slam my car to the floor lol
so with the secondarys removed, can you still pass?

Yes you will pass without secondaries if your primary cats are in place still. Otherwise find a lazy tech that doesn't know your car well so he doesnt look very closely for the primaries.

silver07335i · 03-10-2015, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by kiwi29

Now when you guys say visual, do they lift your car up? Or is it just how it stands? If so ima slam my car to the floor lol
so with the secondarys removed, can you still pass?

When they do a visual inspection they'll inspect the engine bay with a flash light with the car pulled into their shop. Smog techs will not lift the car up for a visual inspection. I don't have an answer regarding your secondary cats question.

HTran · 03-10-2015, 09:39 PM

So no DCI and chargepipe/bov during visual inspections at all?

verdik · 03-11-2015, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by HTran

So no DCI and chargepipe/bov during visual inspections at all?

In my case, i failed visual because of active's chargepipe/bov. good thing i have free retest. Just place back your stock parts during smog. And no, they did not raise my car and inspect under, just engine bay inspection.

deadmn1337 · 03-11-2015, 04:58 PM

Your engine bay has to look stock from the top to pass visual inspection.

JL135i · 04-29-2015, 01:12 PM

I have a smog due... in literally 3 days... I didn't know until yesterday...

Anyone know a shop that will pass you? No questions asked? SOcal btw

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02-12-2015, 08:27 PM	#24
sunnydshine Private First Class 4 Rep 135 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Auto Sedan Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Berkeley California iTrader: (3)	When I was catless, a few places refused right away due to the smell. After i put the stock cats back in my car passed with no issues. I currently have Vanguard Exhaust Vishnu Intake Vishnu Meth kit HPF intercooler kit and procede 2.5 I put the map back to 0 and drive around for about 100 miles before i went back in for the smog.
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02-15-2015, 01:19 PM	#25
NoTempoLimitN54 Second Lieutenant 32 Rep 290 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 BMW 335i (E92) [0.00]	I'm about to go in for the first time - bone stock. Plan to start modding afterward. From what I've heard, FMIC is OK if it uses the stock connections (because they are going to look at it through the hood) and it looks reasonably close to the stock one. Cat-back exhaust is OK. Intake is NOT OK unless it's one of those super-expensive CARB approved ones (Dinan is the only one that comes to mind). I don't see how you could pass with catless downpipes installed. The pre-cat can be seen through the hood and you'd get SES light unless you have a "fix" which I'm guessing could be detected. If you need to clear codes prior to testing, you need to do at least two complete drive cycles from a cold engine, and spend some time between 50-60 mph in order to re-set the readiness monitors. __________________ For Sale: 2009 335i 6MT (E92/N54), Sport / M-Technic / no iDrive / Black Sapphire / Black Dakota Leather, ZCW, 6FL, PDC, 19" VMR VB3, Pilot Super Sport, M3 control arms + tension links (fr) S. California
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02-17-2015, 10:49 PM	#28
verdik First Lieutenant 78 Rep 390 Posts Drives: F80 M3 RubyRed MII Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: SoCal iTrader: (8)	I have Cobb set to map 0 and deleted all code last week. i've driven about 80 miles since then. i just checked now, i still have code P2FA3, which is common with cobb installed. Can I go to smog with P2FA3 code still there?
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02-23-2015, 07:49 PM	#32
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JL135i Private First Class 27 Rep 110 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: USA iTrader: (1)	I have a smog due... in literally 3 days... I didn't know until yesterday... Anyone know a shop that will pass you? No questions asked? SOcal btw
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