PENNDOT and DEP have agreed to implement OBD I/M checks and gas cap tests into the Drive Clean Pennsylvania vehicle emissions inspection program. According to PENNDOT and DEP, this will bring the state’s air quality into compliance with federal standards.
South Central and Lehigh Valley is the first region to phase-in OBD I/M checks and gas cap tests. The phase-in process will occur between December 2003 and February 2004. For more information on the phase-in schedule for other regions, refer to the Implementation schedule.
According to PENNDOT and DEP, OBD I/M checks and gas cap tests must be performed with an OBDII vehicle inspection system. For regions that are currently conducting four- or five-gas analysis, new equipment is still required because the current system cannot be upgraded. The OBDII vehicle inspection system must be certified by PENNDOT.
Just 15 minutes.
OBDII equipment performs inspections on 1996 and newer vehicles equipped with On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) technology. Originally, OBD could only detect major problems with the engine. OBDII, however, checks for engine performance and can detect problems before the driver recognizes any symptoms. The OBDII test can determine whether there is a malfunction in the components that control the vehicle’s emissions system through utilizing the vehicle’s on-board computer.
In addition to performing OBD I/M checks on 1996 and newer vehicles, SystemOne® is also controller area network (CAN) ready.
A gas cap test is necessary for checking whether harmful emissions are escaping from the gas tank into the atmosphere.
Pennsylvania has an open market test fee.
A cable is attached to the vehicle's on-board computer through a data link connector (DLC) usually found under the dashboard and information is downloaded to a computer indicating the vehicle's emissions systems.
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(1.8 million subject vehicles)
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Washington
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Chester
Delaware
Montgomery
Philadelphia
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Bedford
Bradford
Clearfield
Clinton
Forest
Franklin
Indiana
Jefferson
Juniata
Warren
Wayne
Wyoming
Rely on the strength of a proven leader.
Before you make an investment in new equipment, ask yourself...what company is going to stand by me during this program and beyond? What company offers service that I can count on? And, which system is going to measure up to the demands of the program?
ESP measures up. Our leadership and expertise in the industry are proof that we are committed to helping you succeed with Pennsylvania’s new I/M regulations.
- Choosing the leader has its benefits. Since 1984, we have been providing our 1,300+ customers in Pennsylvania with a service response time that is the best in the I/M industry. And since ESP has the largest market share in Pennsylvania, we also have the greatest number of highly skilled Field Service Representatives servicing the state.
- We have the most experience. ESP has successfully implemented and operated more vehicle testing programs than any other company in the world. In fact, more than 45% of the U.S. independent inspection station market has chosen ESP — that’s 12,000 units in 11 states and Ontario, Canada.
- By from ESP. We do it all — design, manufacture, sell, deliver, install, train and service. This gives us more control over quality and costs, and leaves you with more money in your pocket. Dollar for dollar, you can’t find a better value anywhere.
If you pass up this opportunity, you stand to lose big in profits and customers. And guess who gains? Your competition. By participating in Pennsylvania's program, you will be providing a service that 3.4 million motorists statewide are required to have.
Call ESP today for more information and a demonstration. We're ready to answer all your questions. And be sure to ask about our flexible lease options. ESP Sales Office: 888-377-7971.
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