Emissions System

The emissions system in your vehicle controls a variety of components that are directly related to the drivability and the normal operations of your vehicle. Most times, an emissions system failure will cause a check engine light. Highly sensitive components make up the monitoring and operation of the emissions system, all of which can be diagnosed and replaced by our expert technicians at Guzman Automotive.

Will I Fail A State Inspection If My Check Engine Light Is On?

If your check engine light is on, it doesn’t always mean your engine is failing. Inside your vehicle you have a computer diagnostic system that monitors how your vehicle operates, but one of the specific things your check engine monitors is your emission - the amount of harmful gasses your vehicle releases into the environment. The state of Texas regulates the amount of emissions emitted from your car, in order to protect the environment from pollution.

Is A Solid Check Engine Light Related To Emissions?

Although not as urgent as a flashing check engine light, the fact that your check engine light is on at all means your vehicle is releasing excessive emissions due to an underlying problem. A full diagnostic is still necessary, as you cannot pass the Texas state inspection with a check engine light on, even if it is just for emission reasons.

Do I Need To Know More Than Just The Code?

You can easily stop by any automotive parts store or repair shop and they will offer a “free” check engine diagnostic, but all you will generally receive is a code that points to the system that the issue is coming from. The code for one system can involve so many different components and lead you to guess where the issue is. Making a decision on a repair based on this code could lead to costly and unnecessary repairs. Bring your vehicle by Guzman Automotive in Taylor for a complete diagnostic and our technicians can pinpoint the exact reason your check engine light is on.