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How Long Do Smog Tests Take? – San Juan Auto Smog, Citrus Heights

About 30 minutes is a good starting point for a California Smog Check.

But if what you're really asking is:

"Can I get this done today without an appointment?"

For most 2000-and-newer vehicles at San Juan Auto Smog, the answer is yes.

Key Takeaways

  • About 30 minutes is a good starting point for a California Smog Check.
  • Most 2000-and-newer vehicles are walk-in during regular business hours.
  • Book ahead for 1999-and-older vehicles, RVs, vans and heavy trucks.
  • A reduced-fee pre-inspection can check OBD-II readiness, trouble codes and check-engine-light status before the official test.

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Walk-In for Most Newer Vehicles

Most newer vehicles are walk-in during our regular business hours.

Older vehicles are different.

We regularly inspect 1999-and-older vehicles, RVs, vans and heavy trucks, but we recommend making an appointment for those vehicles so we can plan the appropriate space, equipment and time.

What If I Don't Know Whether My Car Is Ready?

If someone recently cleared your trouble codes or disconnected the battery, your emissions readiness monitors may not have completed.

We offer a reduced-fee pre-inspection that checks OBD-II readiness, active or pending trouble codes, and check-engine-light status before the official test.

What If I Don't Have Time to Stay?

That's fine too.

Leave your vehicle with us and pick it up later. If you live or work close to our Fair Oaks shop, ask us about a ride. When we have the staff and time available, we may be able to give you a ride to or from the shop.

Smog Check information for Citrus Heights drivers →

For a typical newer passenger car, allow around 30 minutes plus any wait. Or drop it off and eliminate the waiting from your schedule altogether.

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