AFM Device
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Racer
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Atlanta Ga
AFM Device
Has anyone had to remove their device in order to pass emission inspection? Last year my car (16 Z51) failed the test. The tech had me remove the device and drive it for a couple
of weeks. after reinspection, it passed. I reinstalled the device and continued on my merry way. Now its tim for another inspection and I've removed it prior to getting it inspected.
Thoughts?
of weeks. after reinspection, it passed. I reinstalled the device and continued on my merry way. Now its tim for another inspection and I've removed it prior to getting it inspected.
Thoughts?
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We do not have emissions testing here, but if removing the device allowed for passing the test the last time, can’t hurt to do the same this time.
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You need smog testing every year?
It is every two years in CA, and yes, I plan to remove the Range device as soon as I get the DMV renewal notice. They usually come in a couple of months before I need to renew and smog.
It is every two years in CA, and yes, I plan to remove the Range device as soon as I get the DMV renewal notice. They usually come in a couple of months before I need to renew and smog.
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I take mine out about a month before testing.It must be removed, in fact, to do the test in Mass. They plug a computer into the same port that the devise goes into. LOL
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The Range device blocks all signals to the data logging sensors. That includes OnStar diagnostics. Removing the Range unit opens up the communication path. It requires a few drive cycles before the sensors can repopulate (ready status) the data logs.
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To answer the OP's question, I'd take it off and keep it off till you pass. After that, do as you will but I recommend getting a programming solution for the AFM and sell the Range to someone else.