Test and diagnostics
Autovet specializes in smog checks (both test-only and STAR-directed), as well Vehicle Safety Systems Inspections (a replacement for the brake and lamp inspections discontinued by the state), on all types of vehicles from motorcycles to heavy-duty (over 10,000 lb.) trucks, foreign and domestic. The following list provides prices* for the most common services:
SMOG CHECK
BRAKE AND LAMP INSPECTIONS
Effective September 27, 2024, brake and lamp inspection programs are no longer available in the State of California. As required by Assembly Bill 471, the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) replaced the brake and lamp inspection programs with a more comprehensive Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection (VSSI) program (for more information, see REPAIRER DRIVEN NEWS: California Starts Repaired Salvage Inspection Program). Keep in mind that while California DMV no longer accepts brake and lamp inspection certificates, some DMV workers may still refer to the new VSSI program as "brake and lamp inspection". For the available VSSI services and costs, see the next section.
VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS INSPECTIONS (VSSI)
In addition to checking brakes and lamps, the new Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection program requires inspections of body structure, steering and suspension, tires and wheels, and passenger compartment.
OTHER
* Prices were last updated on 11/03/2024 and may be subject to change. Please, call to confirm.
SMOG CHECK
- Most cars from year 2000 and newer: $46.75 (+ $8.25 certificate fee)
- Most cars from year 1996 to 1999: $66.75 (+ $8.25 certificate fee)
- Most cars from year 1995 and older: $86.75 (+ $8.25 certificate fee)
- Most diesel cars: $56.75 (+ $8.25 certificate fee)
- All other cars: please call
BRAKE AND LAMP INSPECTIONS
Effective September 27, 2024, brake and lamp inspection programs are no longer available in the State of California. As required by Assembly Bill 471, the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) replaced the brake and lamp inspection programs with a more comprehensive Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection (VSSI) program (for more information, see REPAIRER DRIVEN NEWS: California Starts Repaired Salvage Inspection Program). Keep in mind that while California DMV no longer accepts brake and lamp inspection certificates, some DMV workers may still refer to the new VSSI program as "brake and lamp inspection". For the available VSSI services and costs, see the next section.
VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS INSPECTIONS (VSSI)
In addition to checking brakes and lamps, the new Vehicle Safety Systems Inspection program requires inspections of body structure, steering and suspension, tires and wheels, and passenger compartment.
- Most cars, vans, small pickups and SUVs: $300 (including certificate fee)
- Motorcycles with disk brakes: $250 (including certificate fee)
- Motorcycles with drum brakes: please call
- Medium- and heavy-duty trucks: please call (by appointment only)
- Brake special (pads only, no rotor resurfacing or replacement): $90 (+ cost of parts)
OTHER
- A/C service: $50 (+ cost of refrigerant)
* Prices were last updated on 11/03/2024 and may be subject to change. Please, call to confirm.
REPAIRS
We offer full line of repair and services on foreign and domestic vehicles including:
- A/C system services and repair
- Smog related repairs
- Brake repair and replacement (including ABS)
- Air bag system diagnostics and repair
- Electrical diagnostics including check engine lights
- Lighting systems, headlamp dimming
- Drive lines, engines
- Tune ups and scheduled services (30/60/90K mile, etc)
PAYMENTS
We accept payments by cash, MasterCard, VISA, and Discover cards.
STATE PROGRAMS
Autovet participates in the following California State-sponsored programs:
