RI CIT Re-Certification Training
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1. Why Does RI Need an Emission g Inspection Program What are Vehicle VOCs e Volatile organic compounds VOCs are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids VOCs include a variety of chemicals some of which may have short and long term adverse health effects Sources of Vehicle VOCs include VOC Emissions in New England 2008 eFuel Evaporation Fuel Supply Line Leaks Gas Cap Seal Leaks Evaporative Emissions System Malfunctions Vehicle Exhaust Product eIncomplete Fuel Combustion RIDEM INSPECTION RIDEM Why Does RI Need an Emission g Inspection Program SEPA Air Quality Guide for Ozone Air Quality Air Quality Index Protect Your Health Ozone in Rhode Island e The Department of Environmental Management DEM provides a daily ozone forecast from April through Moderate ove oie pee eed September for all Rhode am Islanders e When the ground level ozone is elevated to unhealthy levels the RIPTA buses and trolleys are free to ride on those days e The results of the forecast are announced on the local news channels and can also be found on the DEM website www dem ri gov RIDEM Gis INSPECTION Safety Inspection Procedures BROOD of B Dy a amp S y Z a z A z L l 3 s AA sy wy a i i Gr gyon It is expected that you are familiar with the standards and procedures set forth in the RI Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection RHODE ISLAND2. d kd gt J FRhodelsland Vehicle E ae inspection amp Maintenance P R pe rogram 2015 PAE E aa Inspector v Peta E r f Recertification _W A BREATH OF FRESH AIR a oe RI DEM Z OPUS INSPECTION RI Inspector Training Outline VII VIN Why Does RI Need an Emission Inspection Program Safety Inspection Procedure Review Review Emissions Testing Procedures Review Purpose of OBD Review Emissions I M Program Requirements Review Emissions Waiver Process Conclusions Resources INSPECTION Vehicles Subject to Emissions and Safety Testing e RI I M Program requires the following vehicles pass an emission and safety inspection every two years All gasoline and diesel powered light duty passenger vehicles and light duty trucks with a GVWR of 8 500 pounds or less Vehicles 25 years old or older e Must pass safety inspection and be emission tested but are not required to meet the standards New vehicles must be inspected within 2 years of the date of purchase or when the vehicle accumulates 24 000 miles whichever occurs first RIDEM INSPECTION RIDEM gj Woy Does RI Need an Emission S Inspection Program Proper maintenance of a car s engine and pollution control equipment is critical to reduce excessive air pollution Motor Vehicles contribute 51 of man made pollutants that contribute to the formati
3. Always follow the guidelines and procedures set forth in the RI Official Manual for Vehicle l OFFICIAL MANUAL FOR Inspection VEHICLE INSPECTION When in doubt refer to the manual lf the issue or item is still not clarified call the safety and Emission Control Office at 462 5890 for assistance DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE Copies of the RI Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection SAFETY AND EMISSION CONTROL can be obtained from the following locations e Safety and Emissions Control Office e DMV Website e On the inspection machine Gal INSPECTION 13 BUOY o7 45 Safety Inspection Procedures Vehicle Safety Inspection Motor Vehicles up to 8500 Ibs GVWR Items to be inspected include but are not limited to 33 Reflectors 1 ABS Light 17 Emergency brake 2 Air bag light 48 Emissions 34 Registration certificate 3 Back up lamps 19 Exhaust system 35 Seat belts 4 Ball joints 20 Fenders and flaps 36 Seats 5 Body items 21 Floor and other panels 37 Side market lamps 6 Brakes ABS 22 Fuel tank cap 38 Springs torsion bars shocks 7 Brake drums and discs 23 Glass 39 Steering alignment and suspension 8 Brake failure warning lamp 24 Hazard switch 40 Stop lamps 9 Brake lining or pads 25 Headlamps 41 Tail lamps 10 Brake performance 26 Height altered 42 Tires 11 Brake pedal reserve 27 Horn 43 Transmission 12 Bumper rear end protection 28 Master cylinder 44 Universal j
4. Emission testing equipment uses this information to determine pass or fail O2 Sensor s behind catalytic converter Monitors catalytic converter efficiency Enhanced power train control module PCM Needed to manage OBD II software and network EPROM Memory Allows flash reprogramming EPROM Memory Allows flash reprogramming Upgraded crank sensor resolution Enhances misfire monitoring Standard location and 16 pin terminal for DLC Required to be within 18 steering column INSPECTION Emission Inspection Program Vehicles Subject to OBDII Testing e Gasoline powered motor vehicles 1996 and newer vehicles upto 8 500 los GVWR e Diesel powered motor vehicle 1997 and newer vehicles vehicles up to 8500 lbs GVWR are to be OBDII tested 1996 and older diesel vehicles up to 8500 lbs must be tested at a diesel opacity equipped station The current list of diesel opacity equipped stations can be found at WWW RIINSPEC TION ORG RIDEM OPUS zZ 39 SPECTION Emission Inspection Program Data Link Connector e Vehicles will fail the OBD test if the DLC is Tampered with e pins damaged or missing e used as a power source for other items on vehicle Blocked by aftermarket equipment installation Not located where the manufacturer installed the DLC Not powered as required at pin 16 INSPECTION INSPECTION ISO Class2 Ground 9141 Example of a Data Link Con
5. Suspensions and or revocations Those convicted of federal statutes such as the Clean Air Act risk prison time and fines that can run into hundreds of thousands of dollars The Rhode Island Safety and Emission Inspection Laws regulations and procedures are intended to provide for clean air and a safe roadway for everyone and are expected to be carried out and enforced by all inspectors If an issue cannot be clarified by referring to the RI Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection please remember that a DMV Inspector may be reached during normal office hours at 401 462 5890 RIBEM 2 OPUS g 56 INSPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp INSPECTION Conclusion The technician s responsibility of accurate and honest inspections and repairs make it possible to accomplish our goals of safety and improve air quality for the State of Rhode Island The I M Program has shown significant emissions reductions since the program was implemented in 2000 By reducing emissions we have helped people at risk from the negative health consequences of ground level ozone Remember as a technician you are required to complete the inspector re certification training every two years Opus will notify you on your two year anniversary of your last test Remember if at any time during the inspection you are in doubt refer to the RI Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection which is located on the inspection machine or the DMV website
6. 1990 established the requirement that passenger vehicles be equipped with on board diagnostics The diagnostics system is designed to trigger a dashboard check engine light alerting the driver of a possible pollution control device malfunction To help ensure that motorists respond to the check engine light ina timely manner the Act requires that I M programs include an inspection of the on board diagnostic system INSPECTION Purpose e Prevent excessive emissions by identifying emissions control aspects that fail to meet manufacturer established parameters and alerting the driver to the problem e Improve inspection and diagnostic processes by standardizing Component terms Data Link Connector DLC location shape and pin assignment Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs OPUS 36 Emission Inspection Program O Pic 4 Pins Majority of RI tests are now OBDII tests 2013 RI TEST COUNTS OBD 1996 and newer 317 144 OBD Diesel 1262 Transient MY lt 1996 12830 TSI AWD etc 7 722 Diesel TSI 149 Total Initial Tests 339 107 RIDE c 3 Qo 37 INSPECTION INSPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp INSPECTION OBD II Operation OBD II Hardware OBD II monitors actively evaluate performance of vehicle emissions control systems and components Problems noted by the OBDII computer will cause a DTC to be stored and the malfunction indicator lamp MIL will be commanded to illuminate
7. g 47 RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp OBD Bypass Authorization INSPECTION Inspectors may request state approval to retest a vehicle with monitors not ready using a tailpipe emissions test when all reasonable methods to set the monitors have been exhausted including Proper drive cycle having been performed All enabling criteria having been met eThe vehicle has been driven for a sufficient time period and distance to set the monitors No DTCs are present State approval must be received prior to performing the test Contact the safety and emission control office at 401 462 5890 Qo 48 SPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program T7 way OPUS INSPECTIO N Diagnostic Trouble Codes Vehicles fail the DTC test if The OBD system has stored at least one 1 mature non pending non historic DTC that commands the MIL to be illuminated The vehicle commands the MIL to be illuminated but the OBD system has no mature DTCs stored in the system DTC Identification OBD II codes emissions related are found in the PCM and will start with a P Power train Control Module Codes that start with a U prefix are communication codes They can indicate a problem with code and data transmission on the DLC data link connector c 3 Qo 49 Emission Inspection Program Understanding OBD H DIC s Identifies what section of the system Is malfunctioning B Body 0 Ge
8. www dem ri gov Also a copy can be obtained from the Safety and Emissions Control Office 462 5890 RIDEM Gis 57 INSPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp INSPECTION Resources Online Resources e OBD Clearing House www obdclearinghouse com e U S EPA AirNow www airnow gov e Department of Environmental Management www dem ri gov e Department of Motor Vehicles www dmv ri gov e RI I M Emissions Program www riinspection org If you have any questions please feel free contact Opus Inspection e 401 737 0556 DMV Safety amp Emission Control e 401 462 5890 q OPUS 58 INSPECTION Completion of Re Certification Perform the practice test required Contact Opus at 401 737 0556 to schedule an appointment to take the recertification examination at the Warwick office RIDEM INSPECTION
9. Cs erased Battery Replacement Blown Fuse to PCM Battery disconnected for vehicle service Setting Readiness Monitors The purpose of completing an OBD II drive cycle is to force the vehicle to run its onboard diagnostics Some form of a drive cycle needs to be performed after DTCs have been erased from the PCM s memory or after the battery has been disconnected Running through a vehicle s complete drive cycle will set the readiness monitors so that the vehicle will pass inspection or faults can be detected Drive cycles vary depending on the vehicle and the monitor that needs to be re set Whenever possible follow the drive trace prescribed for the specific vehicle monitor in question Some vehicle specific drive cycles can be found in the vehicle s service manual e It is the vehicle owner s responsibility to set the Monitors e It is not part of the Emission Test procedure e The vehicle is tested as received RIDEM T 45 INSPECTION Emission Inspection Program amp RIDEM INSPECTION Generic Drive Cycle Although Drive cycles vary slightly among manufacturers the following generic drive cycle can be used in most cases This generic OBDII drive cycle begins with a cold start coolant temperature below 122 degrees F and the coolant and air temperature sensors within 11 degrees of one another This condition can be achieved by allowing the vehicle to sit overnight and then by be be inning
10. cern Breathing ozone is harmful to human health elrritates respiratory systems eAggravates asthma emphysema and bronchitis eInflames and damages linings of lungs People most susceptible include Those with respiratory illnesses Older adults Children who are active outdoors e And Even Healthy adults RIDEM Why Does RI Need an Emission g Inspection Program How is ground level Ozone Smog formed e Ground level ozone is formed by a chemical reaction between volatile organic compounds VOCs and oxides of nitrogen NOx in the presence of sunlight Ozone concentrations can reach unhealthtful levels when the weather is hot and sunny with little or no wind RIDEM INSPECTION RIDEM What is NOx NO Emissions in New England 2008 Nitrogen Oxides are a family of poisonous highly reactive gases These gases form when fuel is burned at high temperatures NOx pollution is emitted by automobiles trucks and various non road vehicles e g construction equipment boats etc as well as industrial sources such as power plants industrial boilers cement kilns and turbines NOx often appears as a brownish gas It is a strong oxidizing agent and plays a major role in the atmospheric reactions with volatile organic compounds VOC that produce ozone smog on hot summer days gj Wy Does RI Need an Emission 9 Inspection Program sircraft amp Locomotives 2 RIBDEM OPUS g 10 RIDEM
11. ciprocity Emissions Testing Out of State Vehicles e Ifa vehicle is registered in another state and the vehicle is in Rhode Island when the inspection sticker expires Itis possible for the owner of the vehicle to obtain a Safety amp Emissions Inspection in Rhode Island if the vehicle is registered in a state with a similar I M Program This is often required by other states prior to registration renewal Once the emissions test is completed the owner must fax the results of the emissions test to their DMV for consideration RIDEM OPUS g 55 RIDEM Emission Inspection Program 2 INSPECTION Fraud Detection One of the goals of the Emissions amp Safety inspection program is to ensure that the vehicles operating on the Rhode Island roadways are safe and environmentally clean Fraudulent emission inspections undermine these goals and defames the integrity of the stations that conduct fair and honest inspections and will not be tolerated In a constant effort to support the integrity of the Safety and Emissions inspection program the DMV and Opus Inspection work together to ensure that vehicles are being properly inspected and repaired Please be aware that compliance is vigorously enforced through eRoutine enhanced inspection data monitoring Covert vehicle audits Challenge inspections eRoad checks Complaint investigations Violators will be caught and upon conviction subjected to fines
12. determines that vehicle characteristics prohibit transient testing due to risk of vehicle damage AWD non disengageable traction control etc e Optional test for vehicles 25 or more model years old 33 INSPECTION Emission Testing Procedures INSPECTION Test Completion Pass Test Completion Failure Print sticker verify and barcode sticker number into software Verify that VIN on sticker matches registration vehicle VIN si nmnet So moor Isao Remove existing inspection sticker if present and clean windshield to facilitate adherence of new sticker Place new sticker in lower right corner of windshield Print VIR and provide to customer Print VIR and provide ALL PAGES to customer Inform customer of Safety and or Emission defects found Inform the customer of right to free retest within 30 days Gis t 2 i INSPECTION Emission Testing Procedures INSPECTION Turn Away Document non OBD II vehicles Provide this document to the vehicle owner to explain what is prohibiting the vehicle from being inspected Used only when vehicles have physical defects that prohibit the completion of the test Exhaust system defects that would cause dilution errors Space saver tire on drive axel etc Vehicles presented for inspection should be fully inspected whenever possible 35 INSPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp OBD Il e The Clean Air Act of
13. ent testing due to risk of vehicle damage 8 Test Completion Pass d d e Print sticker verify and barcode sticker number into software Verify that VIN on sticker matches registration vehicle VIN Remove existing inspection sticker if present and clean windshield to facilitate adherence of new sticker Place new sticker in lower right corner of windshield Print VIR and provide to customer 9 Test Completion Fail a b Print VIR and provide ALL PAGES to customer Inform customer of Safety and or Emission defects found Inform the customer of right to free retest within 30 days RIDEM Emission Testing Procedures Drive Vehicle Into Inspection Lane e All emission testing must be performed in view of the video camera in the inspection lane bay to maintain program integrity e Videos may be reviewed for any test deemed suspicious or under investigation by DMV e Failure to comply may result in suspension of Inspector and or Station license RIDEM 26 Emission Testing Procedures INSPECTION Inspector Login All CITs are required to login and verify their identity by means of the fingerprint reader e Bypassing the fingerprint reader may lead to CIT lockout e Bypassing the fingerprint reader will flag DMV E e Repeatedly bypassing the fingerprint reader will lead to suspension of password based access Password Security Your password is your electronic signature Never share you
14. erator Control Section of DMV Medical exemptions do NOT apply to the windshield below the AS I mark RIDEM 17 INSPECTION Safety Inspection Procedures Windshield Tint No Windshield Tint Allowed he Any aftermarket tint installed below the AS 1 line or more than 6 inches from the top of the windshield if there is no marked AS 1 will bring the light transmittance below 70 and is prohibited RIDEM SPECTION 2 Safety Inspection Procedures OF ston Exhaust Systems e Any exhaust that has been modified deleted or adjusted that causes the sound level to be louder than the manufacturers original equipment is cause for rejection RIDEM INSPECTION Safety Inspection Procedures Body and Frame Rust Common Causes for Rejection e Body frames e Chassis e Structural issues e Running boards e Floor boards including Trunk bottoms and other parts of the vehicle that are rusted out should be rejected if they are considered dangerously damaged or if they allow any fumes to enter the passenger compartment e When it s a judgment issue and youre not sure whether the damage is severe enough to be cause for rejection call DMV or fail the vehicle and refer the owner to DMV e Specify defects on the vehicle inspection report RIDEM pPUS 20 7 7 Gx BUOY an Zs afety Inspection Procedures ys Check For Frame rot and struct
15. gine misfires A misfire is when the air fuel mixture in the engine s cylinder does not ignite This condition can cause damage to the vehicle s engine and or catalytic converter In the case of a severe misfire condition the OBDII system will cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp to flash indicating a serious threat of damage to the catalytic converter In the case of a flashing Malfunction Indicator Lamp the operator should reduce speed and seek diagnostic and repair services aS soon as possible Fue System This monitor thee checks the amount of fuel that is used by the engine Through the use of an oxygen sensor s the OBDII system can determine if more or less fuel is needed This fuel adjustment is performed many times a second and helps to maximize fuel economy and minimizes harmful emissions Comprehensive Component This monitor is looking at all of the various switches and sensors that are involved with engine management It looks for voltage readings resistance readings and other conditions The monitor records readings from the vehicle s components and compares them with programmed values that reflect what the readings should be If they differ by a certain amount then that component is determined to be suspect Catalyst also know as catalytic converter This monitor uses the readings from oxygen sensors located before and after the catalyst s to determine the efficiency of the catalyst Heated Catalyst Some vehicles may have a
16. imit waiver e Time delay waiver Diagnostic waiver INSPECTION 32 RIDEM Emission Inspection Program Emissions Waivers INSPECTION Vehicles must meet safety inspection requirements No repair costs parts or labor for repairing tampered or missing emission control equipment will be applied toward the emission waiver Refer the customer to the DMV contact info on the VIR for waiver consideration The department will verify that the repair receipts or invoices submitted meet the requirement that the repairs indicated on the itemized receipts for qualifying repairs were made and that the parts were repaired or replaced as claimed Qo 53 SPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp Emissions Waivers INSPECTION The three types of waivers are as follows e Cost Limit e Must spend 700 in emissions related repair costs Parts labor and diagnostic time will be considered if work is performed by a CIRT Certified Inspection Repair Technician Cost of emission related parts only will be considered if performed by anyone other than a CIRT e Diagnostic e Parts required for the necessary repair s are not available e All reasonable options to repair the vehicle have been exhausted e Repair Time Delay e Owner needs time to get the vehicle repaired must provide proof of economic hardship Issued only once per vehicle 54 INSPECTION Emission Inspection Program 5 Re
17. is to be performed regardless of suspension status 2 plates are required to pass 24 Emission Testing Procedures L 2 2 4 5 6 Drive vehicle into inspection bay a All emission tests must be performed with the vehicle in the view of the inspection video camera b Videos may be reviewed for any test deemed suspicious or under investigation by DMV Inspector logs in with CIT credentials a CITs must use fingerprint reader to verify credentials Data Entry a Registration Entry i Verify registration is valid not expired ii Verify registration matches plates on vehicle and vehicle VIN b VIN Entry i Plug into OBD DLC to obtain VIN and perform test Model Years 1996 and newer ii Barcode VIN iii Manual Entry c Verify VIN matches vehicle AND registration d Verify Enter Vehicle Data Perform Gas Cap Test Inspection a Software will determine if test is needed Record Safety Inspection Results Perform MIL bulb check KOEO KEOR a Record MIL illumination results KOEO b Record MIL illumination results KOER OPUS INSPECTION INSPECTION 7 Perform Emissions Test if not completed in step 3 d OBD II Test MY Model Years 1996 and newer 1997 and newer Diesel powered vehicles Transient Test MY 1995 and older gas MY 1996 and older Diesel i Do not perform if dyne testing is unsafe TSI test i To be performed when inspector determines vehicle characteristics prohibit transi
18. ive System Secondary Air System Air Conditioning A C System Oxygen O2 Sensor Heated O2 Sensor and Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System RIBEM 2 ej OPUS INSPECTION 4 RIDEM Emission Inspection Program amp INSPECTION Readiness Status Readiness Status indicates if a monitor test has been run or not This may be displayed as Yes No Ready Not Ready Complete Not Complete Readiness Status does not indicate Pass or Fail only that the test has been run Communications The OBDII emission test requires successful communication with vehicle s OBD computer The Inspector does not determine result Vehicles will fail for communications during the initial test if The vehicle does not transmit the necessary information to the inspection equipment after the analyzer completes the three OBDII data retrieval attempts The analyzer reports failed communications Pin 16 of the DLC is not powered RIBEM OPUS wy 42 INSPECTION Emission Inspection Program amp RIDEM OPUS INSPECTION Readiness Monitor Descriptions Below are the basic OBDI monitors and the components and subsystems that they monitor Remember not all vehicles have all of these monitors If a vehicle is not equipped with or not designed to have a certain monitor that monitor is Unsupported Unsupported monitors do not affect the results of the emissions inspection Misfire This monitor looks for any en
19. lluminate with the key in the on position and the engine is off What if the vehicle has a key FOB Proximity Key e Some vehicles have a FOB that does not have to be pressed to enter or drive the vehicle this may make it difficult to perform a Bulb Test e Keyless Ignition vehicles do have a means to perform Bulb Test to check the MIL e Consult the owners manual for manufacturer s guidelines for performing bulb checks on these vehicles g T1 a Oi Gal OPUS 3 31 Emission Testing Procedures Perform MIL Bulb Check E3 Key On Engine Running KOER eStart the engine eCheck for illumination of the M I L eInspectors must fail a vehicle during the bulb check test if the MIL is illuminated while the key is in the on position and the engine is running even if there are no DTCs present C 2 Bj ag et OPUS z 32 INSPECTION Emission Testing Procedures Perform Emissions Test INSPECTION Perform the Emission Test Required for the Vehicle Type e OBD II Test e Model Years 1996 and newer Gas powered e 1997 and newer Diesel powered vehicles e NOTE OBD test may have been completed at the time of OBD VIN Capture Transient Test e Model Years 1995 and older gasoline powered e Model Years 1996 and older diesel powered Diesel opacity test Do not perform if dyne test is unsafe Two Speed Idle TSI test e Model Years 1995 and older gasoline powered To be performed when inspector
20. ments are made several times a second and have a direct impact on fuel economy and emissions reductions When an oxygen sensor goes bad the vehicle will usually begin to use more fuel than it needs to thereby increasing the amount of harmful emissions Heated O2 Oxygen Sensor Some oxygen sensors include an electric heater to help them warm up quicker and to begin operating faster This monitor ensures that the heater circuit of the oxygen sensor is working properly Since not all vehicles have a heated oxygen sensor some vehicles will show this monitor as Unsupported EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Many vehicles are equipped with an EGR system This emissions control system is designed to reduce nitric oxide tailpipe emissions by reducing the temperature inside the engine s combustion chamber This monitor checks the components of the EGR system to ensure that it is working properly and that there is sufficient flow of exhaust gas through the system 2 44 OPUS INSPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program Readiness Monitors Failures Vehicles will fail for readiness if More than 2 monitors are Not Ready on 1996 2000 model year vehicles INSPECTION More than 1 monitor is Not Ready on 2001 and newer model year vehicles The Readiness Indicators will all be set to Not Ready if the DT C s are erased or by loss of battery power Common causes of Not Ready Monitors DT
21. n electrically heated catalyst This heater helps warm up a cold catalyst faster so that it can start working sooner which leads to earlier reduction of harmful emissions This monitor will check to make sure that the catalyst heater is working C 9 13 OPUS INSPECTION RIDEM Emission Inspection Program O 2 Readiness Monitor Descriptions Evaporative System This monitor works to ensure that the Evaporative System is kept in a condition to minimize the release of gasoline vapors Secondary Air System Some vehicles are equipped with a secondary air system or air injection system The air injection system is designed to place extra oxygen into the exhaust stream to reduce exhaust pollutants This monitor checks the components switches and solenoids that are part of the air injection system A C Air Conditioning System In some older vehicles this monitor was intended to monitor the vehicle s air conditioning system if it had the older R 12 style of refrigerant Since R 12 is harmful to the ozone layer of the earth s atmosphere a leaking air conditioning system needed to be repaired as soon as possible Several years ago R 12 was banned from use therefore this monitor will show up as Unsupported on most newer vehicles 02 Oxygen Sensor The O2 Sensor Monitor watches for the performance of the vehicle s oxygen sensors Oxygen sensors are used to fine tune the amount of fuel that is used by the engine These adjust
22. n the vehicle is capable of properly sealing the gas tank allowing the vehicle s evaporative emission system to properly dispose fuel vapors Missing or malfunctioning gas caps will cause the vehicle to FAIL the emissions test e Always perform visual inspection of fuel cap Fuel caps prevent vapors from leaking out of the gas tank that would pollute the atmosphere causing damage to the ozone Proper use of the gas cap also increases fuel economy by effectively eliminating gas evaporation D T C i QPUS J 29 Emission Testing Procedures Recording of Safety Inspection Results INSPECTION e Record Safety Inspection Results by Category e List all Defects Found e List Defects Clearly within comments Remember Complete the Inspection Do not assume the vehicle will pass inspection if the MIL is not on When a vehicle is presented for inspection the complete inspection should always be performed regardless of M I L status This provides a complete picture of all required repairs to the vehicle owner Mechanical repairs needed Emission related repairs needed M I L lamp malfunctions q RER 30 Emission Testing Procedures Perform MIL Bulb Check E3 Key On Engine Off KOEO INSPECTION eTurn the ignition to the run position but do not start the engine eCheck for illumination of the M I L eInspectors must fail a vehicle during the bulb check test if the MIL does not i
23. nector DLC de 40 RIDEM Emission Inspection Program 2 INSPECTION Readiness Monitors What are readiness monitors Monitors are testing exercises performed by the PCM which are very carefully designed to indicate that all of the sensors within a portion of the engine management system are working properly to minimize emissions Each monitor is run by the PCM under very specific vehicle operating conditions Because of this all monitors may not run each time the vehicle is driven A given monitor may not run for quite some time until the exact combination of conditions occurs to trigger it This set of conditions is called the enabling criteria for the monitor and may include operating temperature RPM load etc Types of Readiness Monitors Continuous These monitors run all the time as long as the key is turned on and or the engine is running There are three continuous monitors that every OBDII equipped vehicle has they are the Comprehensive Component Monitor The Fuel Monitor and the Misfire Monitor Non Continuous These monitors require certain conditions such as speed acceleration deceleration fuel level ambient and other conditions to be met in order for the monitor to run its testing sequence If the specific conditions are not met then the monitor will not perform its tests and cannot report as to whether or not there are any problems Non continuous monitors include the Catalyst Heated Catalyst Evaporat
24. neric C Chassis 1 Manufacturer P Powerntralin Specific U Network INSPECTION RIDEM Ge INSPECTION Identifies the system where the fault Is located 1 Fuel and air metering Fuel and air metering injector circuit malfunction only S Ignition System or Misfire 4 Auxiliary Emission Control system 5 Yehicle speed Control and Idle Control System b Computer Output Circuits f Transmission d Transmission q 50 Emission Inspection Program amp DTC Types TYPEA Emissions related INSPECTION Requests illumination of the MIL on the first trip with a fail a Stores a HISTORY DTC on the first trip with a fail Typically misfire codes MIL Light will flash during misfire TYPE B a Emissions related a Pending after one trip with a fail a Disarmead after one trip with a pass a Requests illumination of the MIL on the second consecutive trip with a fail OPUS 5I Emission Inspection Program Emission Retesting Process INSPECTION Vehicles will be retested once at no cost to the motorist when e Performed at the same station as the initial test Performed within 30 days of the initial test e This 30 day period does NOT automatically extend any pending DMV suspension Motorist Options After Retest Failure Always inform vehicle owners of their options after failure Repairs Additional Repairs Apply for a waiver from the Department of Motor Vehicles Cost l
25. oints 13 Check engine light 29 Mirrors 45 Wheels 14 Clearance lamps 30 Parking lamps 46 Wheel safety chock blocks 15 Directional signals 31 Parking brakes 47 Windshield wipers 16 Door front latches 32 Plates and plate light 48 Windshield Remember Inspection regulations are designed to prevent continued use of defective emissions and safety equipment so that at least one time during the required inspection cycle a vehicle is inspected by qualified personnel to ascertain that the vehicle is properly equipped for continued use The inspector is not guaranteeing that any particular component will last until the expiration of the inspection sticker but rather that the components meet minimum standards at the time of the inspection and the vehicle owner is maintaining the vehicle properly 2 a INSPECTION 2 Safety Inspection Procedures License Plates Registrations and License Plate Validation Stickers 1G Rhode Ialand e Check for Valid Registrations Proper 0 Display of License Plates and Current EAE Validation Stickers e All vehicles presented for inspection must have a valid registration or dealer plate at the time of inspection e All registered vehicles except Farm Vehicles Motorcycles and Trailers must have 2 plates properly affixed with current validation stickers e Check that the V I N from the registration matches the vehicle if it does not match refer customer to DMV to co
26. on of ozone Breathing ozone can trigger a variety of health problems Reduction of ground level bad ozone protects our health EPA 8 hour ozone standard is designed to be protective of human health To help ensure that such maintenance occurs the Clean Air Act requires certain areas with air pollution problems to run inspection and maintenance I M programs Emissions Reductions since 2000 2013 since the I M Program began in 2000 there has been a 31 reduction in emissions as a result of the I M Program During 2000 the average NOx reductions were only 38 50 During 2013 the average NOx reductions were 70 7 i Gs iN INSPECTION Dit wey Why Does RI Need an Emission Inspection Program Air Quality gt 2 RI DEM RIDEM Why Does RI Need an Emission g Inspection Program P What is Ozone e Ozone is a gas composed of 3 oxygen atoms e Good ozone is produced naturally in upper atmosphere where it protects the Earth from the sun s UV rays e Bad ozone is formed at the Earth s surface where it causes health problems in humans and damage to plant species RIDEM INSPECTION RIDEM Why Does RI Need an Emission g Inspection Program Ozone The ozone layer in the upper atmosphere is beneficial preventing potentially damaging ultraviolet light from reaching the Earth s surface RI DEM RIDEM Why Does RI Need an Emission g Inspection Program Why Is Ozone a Con
27. r password Never leave your password written on or near the analyzer Periodically review tests performed for familiarity tl Tests may be reviewed from within the analyzer by selecting Utilities Menu gt Document Printing gt VIR Reprint Passwords may be changed by contacting Opus Inspectors will be held responsible for all tests performed under their name RIDEM zs 2 21 SPECTION Emission Testing Procedures Data Entry Always make sure the data entered into the analyzer is correct Verify that the V I N plate number and plate type entered match the vehicle and registration exactly Failure to do so may result in Suspension of the vehicle registration Vehicles being towed Re inspecting the vehicle at the stations expense INSPECTION If the VIN from the registration does not match the VI N tag on the vehicle do not proceed with the test and refer customer to DMV to correct the issue prior to inspection Common mistakes Not verifying V I N s after electronically obtaining 1 e door changed PCM changed etc Wrong plate numbers and or plate types entered Digit missed or extra digit in the V I N entered Most 1981 and newer vehicles will have 17 digits RIDEM wy 28 SPECTIO Emission Testing Procedures Fuel Cap Test Inspection corer ic All gasoline powered vehicles 1995 and older will receive a Gas Cap Pressure Leak Test The test will ensure the gas cap o
28. rrect the issue prior to inspection RIDEM INSPECTION A Window Tint Passenger Cars All Passenger Cars must have a visible light transmittance of 70 on all windows This includes tint installed within the glass from the vehicle manufacturer Most OEM glass on passenger vehicles is tinted within 5 of the limit any aftermarket tint added will bring the light transmittance below 70 see photo Refer to section 3 13 GLASS in the RI Official Manual for Vehicle Inspection for details INSPECTION de Safety Inspection Procedures Light transmittance reading of factory glass with no aftermarket tint installed Note reading must be 70 or above to be approved 16 Safety Inspection Procedures A Window Tint Exemptions e MPVs Multi Purpose Vehicles SUVs Trucks Vans Buses Trailers Campers a EROAREA mer ee Funeral Vehicles Limos ie ae oA tae ui ma ye 6x7 The windows to the left and right of the ETE TA mea OND PSN driver along with the windshield must por aras As ween ami gT meet the 70 transmittance ik ey Paa Saat All other windows are exempt as long as the vehicle is equipped with two outside h mirrors e Motor vehicles owned or leased by Federal State and Local Law When ia doubt check the Enforcement Agencies manufacturer s vehicle information e Vehicles issued a medical exemption tag to determine the vehicle type issued by the Op
29. the drive cycle the next day Most drive cycles will be difficult to follow exactly under normal driving conditions so the driver should exercise caution road safety and courtesy to others Start the engine Idle the engine in drive for two and a half minutes with the A C and rear defroster on Turn the A C and rear defrost off and accelerate to 55 mph at half throttle Hold at a steady speed of 55 mph for three minutes Decelerate coast down to 20 mph without braking or depressing the clutch Accelerate back to 55 to 60 mph at 3 4 throttle Hold at a steady speed of 55 to 60 mph for five minutes Decelerate coast down to a stop without braking Sage OPUS 46 RIDEM Emission Inspection Program 5 Drive Cycle Problems e Ifthe MIL illuminates while trying to run the Monitors it means a code has set and a repair is necessary prior to passing inspection e lf the Monitors will not run Check TSB s Follow the Enabling Criteria for the Monitor that will not run Obtain specific Drive Cycle information and follow it Readiness Exception Vehicles Vehicles that are on the readiness exception list Maintained EPA will be forced into a tailpipe emissions test Analyzer will invoke the Dyne TSI prompt and request that the inspector perform a tailpipe emissions test Initial test and or retest Example 1996 Chrysler Cirrus 2 4 EPAmaintains the list of these vehicles SPECTION OPUS
30. ural integrity otted or broken suspension components RIDEM oY 21 INSPECTION 2 Safety Inspection Procedures yi tha r Ww ie K As Severely corroded cracked Rotted fuel lines or broken brake lines and hoses 22 INSPECTION 2 Safety Inspection Procedures Seat Belts and Air Bags Remember to check for proper functionality of seat belts and SRS Air Bag systems Seat belts are the single most effective traffic safety device for preventing death and injury according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Wearing a seat belt can reduce the risk of crash injuries by 50 percent Seat belts and Air Bags save lives All Motor Vehicles beginning with the 1964 models are required to have seat belts The seat belts and SRS systems should be checked to make sure they are equipped as they were from the vehicle manufacturer and are working properly RIDEM c 3 OPUS INSPECTION 23 2 Safety Inspection Procedures Alternate Inspection Approval Unregistered vehicles which have been denied registration or renewal due to an Inspection related issue A suspended vehicle for which the license plates and registration have been seized by law enforcement or DMV NEVER SIGN OFF ON ANY FORMS UNTIL COMPLETELY FILLED OUT INSPECTION If a current RI vehicle registration is presented and at least 1 registration plate is present a full safety and emissions test
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