K&N filter and CA emissions

[Bryan C.]

I originally posted this law in the Sierra Chapter forum.

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=10426

Smog Check Inspection Manual, issued by the BAR, revision 6, dated Aug. 2002.

Appendix K: Smog check requirements for modifications and add-on parts. Page K-4 Category I. Items not of concern: Non-thermostatically controlled air cleaners and/or elements. (Note: Applicable PCV and/or EVAP systems must remain closed with the new air cleaner assembly installed. Additionally, any other emission related components must remain intact.)

I comes from the state issued Smog Check Inspection Manual. Every smog station in CA is required to keep an updated version of this manual with the smog machine. I was never able to find it online. Just write down the Appendix # and show it to the smog guy when he fails your vehicle. He should know the laws, or at least how to look them up.

Bryan