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myAZcar.com Webcam real time wait times for traffic at inspection stations Repair facility locator Maps to inspection stations Vehicle inspection history Vehicle Emissions Inspection area locator to determine if you live within a test area FOR MORE INFORMATION 1-877-myAZcar • 24 Hour Toll Free • (1-877-692-9227) Se Habla Español • or visit myAZcar.com for CHECK FIX PASS YOU CANNOT PASS EMISSIONS IF YOUR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON! Most 2014 and newer model year vehicles do not require testing. Vehicles newer than 1966, but older than 2014, must be tested and must pass the emissions test in order to be registered in the State of Arizona. Pima County inspections, except for On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests, are not valid for registration in Maricopa County. Emission testing is required for vehicles registered within designated emission control areas. If your vehicle has not previously required an emission test, is registered outside the emissions test area or in a zip code crossing the area boundary please visit myAZcar.com to determine if testing is required using the Address Locater Tool. Also, applications for out-of-state, out-of-area, or military exemptions are available on the website. For help, call: 1-877-692-9227. 2018 PHOENIX METROPOLITAN AREA INCLUDING PORTIONS OF PINAL & YAVAPAI COUNTIES GETTING READY FOR YOUR TEST IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO 1996 and newer OBD tested vehicles will not pass the test if the check engine light is on. It is advisable to have a professional determine the reason for the light being illuminated. Vehicles will be rejected from testing if the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) computer status is NOT READY . OBD not ready can occur when a vehicle has recently been repaired, a battery disconnected and/or replaced as well as; improper engine temperature, fuel level and blown fuses. In most cases, driving the vehicle under normal operation conditions will be sufficient in getting the vehicle ready. As a last resort, if you are unable to get your vehicle ready for an OBD emission test, it may be required to perform the manufactures drive cycle. A drive cycle is a series of driving patterns in which the vehicle must be driven in order to get the vehicle ready for an emission inspection. Most drive cycles can be found Online or contact your vehicle’s manufacturer, or authorized repair facility. If you participate in an insurance program that monitors your vehicle’s operating data, be aware that you must remove the “Data Logger” from your vehicle’s Data Link Connector; which is in the vehicle’s computer connector. Most vehicles will be driven by station personnel. You will be required to move to a passenger seat or exit the vehicle. An overheated engine may cause your vehicle to fail. To avoid overheating while waiting, keep the engine running and, while in neutral or park, occasionally rev the engine for 15 seconds at a time. Turn off your air conditioner. Please do not bring passengers or pets. Trailers need to be removed from vehicle prior to entering the station property.

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Page 1: INCLUDING PORTIONS OF PINAL & YAVAPAI COUNTIES · EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO 1996 and newer OBD tested vehicles ... No refunds will be given if you take your car to

myAZcar.com

• Webcam real time wait times for traffi c at inspection stations

• Repair facility locator

• Maps to inspection stations

• Vehicle inspection history

• Vehicle Emissions Inspection area locator to determine if you live within a test area

FOR MORE INFORMATION1-877-myAZcar • 24 Hour Toll Free • (1-877-692-9227)

Se Habla Español • or visit myAZcar.com for

CHECK FIX PASS YOU CANNOT PASS EMISSIONS IFYOUR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON!

• Most 2014 and newer model year vehicles do not require testing.

• Vehicles newer than 1966, but older than 2014, must be tested and must pass the emissions test in order to be registered in the State of Arizona.

• Pima County inspections, except for On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) tests, are not valid for registration in Maricopa County.

• Emission testing is required for vehicles registered within designated emission control areas. If your vehicle has not previously required an emission test, is registered outside the emissions test area or in a zip code crossing the area boundary please visit myAZcar.com to determine if testing is required using the Address Locater Tool. Also, applications for out-of-state, out-of-area, or military exemptions are available on the website. For help, call: 1-877-692-9227.

2018 PHOENIX METROPOLITAN AREAINCLUDING PORTIONS OF PINAL & YAVAPAI COUNTIES

GETTING READY FOR YOUR TEST IMPORTANT – PLEASE READEVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

1996 and newer OBD tested vehicles will not pass the test if the check engine light is on. It is advisable to have a professional determine the reason for the light being illuminated.

Vehicles will be rejected from testing if the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) computer status is NOT READY. OBD not ready can occur when a vehicle has recently been repaired,

a battery disconnected and/or replaced as well as; improper engine temperature, fuel level and blown fuses. In most cases, driving the vehicle under normal operation conditions will be sufficient in getting the vehicle ready.

As a last resort, if you are unable to get your vehicle ready for an OBD emission test, it may be required to perform the manufactures drive cycle. A drive cycle is a series of driving patterns in which the vehicle must be driven in order to get the vehicle ready for an emission inspection. Most drive cycles can be found Online or contact your vehicle’s manufacturer, or authorized repair facility.

• If you participate in an insurance program that monitors your vehicle’s operating data, be aware that you must remove the “Data Logger” from your vehicle’s Data Link Connector; which is in the vehicle’s computer connector.

• Most vehicles will be driven by station personnel. You will be required to move to a passenger seat or exit the vehicle.

• An overheated engine may cause your vehicle to fail. To avoid overheating while waiting, keep the engine running and, while in neutral or park, occasionally rev the engine for 15 seconds at a time. Turn off your air conditioner. Please do not bring passengers or pets.

• Trailers need to be removed from vehicle prior to entering the station property.

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Administrative Offi ceVehicle Emissions Inspection Program1110 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85008(602)771-3950 • azdeq.gov/environ/air/vei

Arizona Motor Vehicle DivisionRegistration, Title Questions,Name or Address Changes(602)255-0072

Report Smoking Vehicles at:(602)372-2703

Report Registration Violations at:1-800-657-4322

On-line Registration at:servicearizona.com

• 4949 E. Madison (Phoenix)Waiver/Referee Station

SE of S. 48th St. and E. Washington St. Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

• 1520 E. Riverview Dr. (Phoenix) SW of S. 16th St. and E. University Dr. Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

• 501 W. Deer Valley Rd. (Phoenix) E. of 7th Ave. on W. Deer Valley Rd. Lanes 1 and 4 are OBD express lanes for

faster service.

• 8448 E. Evans Rd. (Scottsdale) SW of E. Raintree Dr. and

N. Northsight Blvd. Lanes 3 and 4 are OBD express lanes for

faster service.

• 5850 W. Beverly Ln. (Glendale) SE of W. Bell Rd. and N. 59th Ave. Lanes 1 and 4 are OBD express lanes for faster

service. Not for vehicles 45 feet and longer.

• 7140 N. 110th Ave. (Glendale) NW of N. Glen Harbor Blvd. and

W. Glendale Ave. Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

Not for vehicles 45 feet and longer.

• 10210 N. 23rd Ave. (Phoenix)Waiver/Referee Station

SW of W. Peoria Ave. and N. 19th Ave. Lanes 1 and 2 are OBD express lanes for

faster service.

• 5302 W. Roosevelt St. (Phoenix) W. of N. 51st Ave. on W. Roosevelt St. Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

This facility can accommodate heavy duty trucks over 13 feet in height.

• 13425 W. Westgate Dr. (Surprise) NW of W. Bell Rd. and N. 134th Dr. Lane 3 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

• 16140 W. Eddie Albert Way (Goodyear)

NE of MC Hwy 85 and S. Sarival Ave.

Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

• 1851 W. 1st Ave. (Mesa) SE of W. Main St. and S. Dobson Rd. Lanes 1 and 4 are OBD express lanes for faster

service. Not for vehicles 45 feet and longer.

• 4442 E. Ivy St. (Mesa) SE of E. McKellips Rd. and

N. Greenfi eld Rd. Lanes 1 and 2 are OBD express lanes for faster

service. Not for vehicles 45 feet and longer.

• 20 N. Beck Ave. (Chandler) SE of W. Chandler Blvd. and S. 56th St. Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

• 2360 S. Airport Blvd. (Chandler) SE of E. Germann Rd. and S. McQueen Rd. Lane 3 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

• 565 E. 38th Ave. (Apache Junction) NE of S. Winchester Rd. and E. Baseline Ave. Lane 1 is an OBD express lane for faster service.

REGULAR STATION HOURS:

• Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.• Saturday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.• Closed: New Year’s Day, Memorial

Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

WAIVER/REFEREE STATION HOURS:

• Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

PHOENIX METROPOLITAN AREA INSPECTION STATION LOCATIONS & HOURS

EMISSIONS TEST FEES WITH MANY PAYMENT OPTIONS$17.00Every other year for 1981 and newer model year vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 8,500 lbs. or less. Check your vehicle registration renewal form to determine if your vehicle needs to be tested this year or call 1-877-692-9227.

$25.00Every year for:• 1967 and newer model year diesel vehicles with a GVWR

greater than 8,500 lbs.

$16.00Every year for:• 1967-1980 model year vehicles• 1981 and newer model year vehicles with a GVWR greater

than 8,500 lbs.• 1981-1995 model year vehicles with a GVWR less than

8,500 lbs. that are equipped with all-time 4x4 traction control

• 1967 and newer model year diesel vehicles with a GVWR less than 8,500 lbs.

Payment may be made by cash, check, credit or debit card. (Visa, Mastercard, Discover and AMEX)

Checks must have an imprinted name and physical in-state address (not P.O. box), made payable to: Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ). A valid driver’s license or other offi cial photo identifi cation is required.

No refunds will be given if you take your car to be tested and you were not required to do so. Check the Emissions Testing Required section of your registration renewal notice to determine if your car needs to be tested this year or call 1-877-692-9227.

• If your vehicle fails an initial test or a paid re-test, you have the right to a free re-test if you return within 60 days and provide the repair information requested on the back of the vehicle inspection report.

• Voluntary Vehicle Repair Program (VVRP)Arizona’s Voluntary Vehicle Repair Program is designed to help those who have failed an emissions inspection off set the cost of repairing their vehicle. If your vehicle qualifi es, the VVRP will assist you with the required repair of your vehicle. The State of Arizona will pay up to $550.00 for repair of gasoline vehicles and up to $1,000.00 for repair of heavy duty diesel vehicles. Customers in the program may co-pay the fi rst $150.00 of repairs while the State will contribute up to the designated amounts. Learn more: http://www.azdeq.gov/VECS.

• Repairs made up to 60 days prior to the initial failure may be creditable toward a waiver. Once a waiver is granted, the vehicle is not eligible for future emission testing waivers.

• For more information on waiver requirements, go to myazcar.com/locations-waivers.htm or call WEST (602) 944-0383 or EAST (602) 275-1144.

• Before making necessary repairs, many vehicles have specifi c warranty provisions for emissions related repairs. Check your owner’s manual, emissions control warranty information pamphlet, or your dealer for information on whether your vehicle has warranty coverage.

• If your vehicle fails two tests, you may be eligible for a repair waiver for a fee of $15. This repair waiver is valid for the current vehicle registration only. Once a waiver is granted, the vehicle is not eligible for future emissions testing waivers.

IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT?

The Arizona Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program is administered by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Inspection services are provided under contract by Gordon-Darby Arizona Testing Inc. Printed on recycled paper. October 2017