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So I just moved to CA and picked up a CTR. I want to add some bolt-ons but I'm curious as to how strict the emission laws are here in CA. Do you switch everything back to stock or would it pass with aftermarket parts?
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So I just moved to CA and picked up a CTR. I want to add some bolt-ons but I'm curious as to how strict the emission laws are here in CA. Do you switch everything back to stock or would it pass with aftermarket parts?
Make sure your CAI has the CARB sticker
 

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Bought a black mishimoto intake just so for the "stock" look. Going to slap on a Honda decal on it too for added effect to see if it passes the visual inspection when I go smog my car in the future.
 

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Do the smog first without modding. You won't need to smog it again for another 6 years.
 


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It's every 2 years in CA.

Exceptions:
  • Vehicles that are six model-years old and newer are not subject to the every-other-year Smog Check requirement since newer vehicles are considered cleaner, and less likely to fail a Smog Check.
  • Vehicles four model-years old and newer do not require a Smog Check upon change of ownership.
  • Note: These exceptions are not applicable to diesel-powered vehicles.
 

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Exceptions:
  • Vehicles that are six model-years old and newer are not subject to the every-other-year Smog Check requirement since newer vehicles are considered cleaner, and less likely to fail a Smog Check.
  • Vehicles four model-years old and newer do not require a Smog Check upon change of ownership.
  • Note: These exceptions are not applicable to diesel-powered vehicles.
Didn't know that so good knowledge :bow:
 

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Do the smog first without modding. You won't need to smog it again for another 6 years.
If my car is a 2017 i wont need a smog until 2025? Since they changed it to 8 years instead of six
 


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Confirmed:

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/vr/smogfaq

My car is new. Am I still required to get the biennial smog inspection?

Vehicles registered in areas subject to the biennial smog certification program are required to submit evidence of a smog certification every other renewal period. Starting January 1, 2019, owners of vehicles eight or less model years old will pay an annual smog abatement fee for the first eight registration years instead of being required to provide a biennial smog certification. The registration renewal notice mailed to you by the department will indicate if a smog certification is required. If a smog certification is required and you have not had a smog inspection, you may still pay your registration fees to avoid any late fees. However, you will not receive your new registration or year sticker until the smog information has been received by DMV.

It was 6 years I believe.
 

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It is 8 years now for new cars BUT you can still be subject to a state ref inspection, for example: you are pulled over by a police officer and he/she suspects you have illegal modifications. Then yes, you will need to return it to stock and have it inspected by a state referee.

As far as smogs go, it depends on county. Where I live, you're pretty much guaranteed to pass smog if you have a stock looking intake, a catalyst of some sort and no check engine light. Heavily populated counties tend to be more strict.
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