What to Do If Your Vehicle Fails the Environmental Inspection?
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There are many reasons why a vehicle may fail the environmental inspection, primarily due to excessive levels of CO, HC, NO, etc. Below is relevant information about vehicle inspections: 1. Definition: Vehicle inspection, also known as annual inspection, is conducted by the traffic police department to assess the annual performance and condition of a vehicle. New vehicles are inspected every two years. 2. Exemption Policy: The Municipal Traffic Police Corps reminds that the so-called exemption only refers to waiving the on-site inspection. Vehicle owners still need to undergo a regular inspection every 2 years. After providing proof of compulsory traffic accident liability insurance, payment or exemption of vehicle and vessel tax, and resolving any traffic violations or accidents, they can directly apply to the traffic management department for the inspection label. However, if the vehicle is involved in a traffic accident causing casualties during the exemption period, the original inspection requirements will be reinstated.
I just dealt with this headache last week. After a mechanic's inspection, it turned out the catalytic converter was clogged, causing severe exhaust emissions. They suggested first removing it and soaking it with specialized cleaner, which cost over 300 yuan, but it still failed the inspection. Eventually, replacing the catalytic converter solved the problem, costing nearly 2,000 yuan in total. I recommend avoiding gas from small gas stations and regularly driving on highways to clear carbon buildup—it saves a lot of hassle before annual inspections. If cleaning doesn't work, just replace the converter. After all, cars over ten years old rarely escape this issue.
