I hope this emission testing won't go down in South Eastern Virginia or I will be pissed. Right now what they do down here is put the rig on a lift, inspect the thickness of the brakes on one side of the truck, inspect the headlights, brakelights, windshield wipers, and other safety related components but not emissions. That is really sucks to see boneheads wannabee mechanics screwing your expensive drivetrain.
I'm out here in Sterling, VA as well....luckily in Dec, found this on the Dept of Environmental Quality:
These vehicles will be tested using the two-speed idle test.
There are three types of tests: two-speed idle test, acceleration simulation mode test and an on-board diagnostic system test. 1980 and older model year vehicles, and all vehicles with a manufacturer's designated gross vehicle weight rating of 8,501 to 10,000 pounds, receive a two-speed idle test. This test measures hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide at 2,500 rpm and curb idle.
Most 1981 and newer vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating up to 8,500 pounds receive an acceleration simulation (ASM) mode test. The ASM test is performed on a dynamometer (or treadmill) which allows the inspector to run the vehicle at only 15 mph and 25 mph. This type of test is performed to measure nitric oxide, as well as hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide.
Some vehicles may not be able to receive the dynamometer test due to mechanical features such as all-wheel drive, full-time four-wheel drive, or traction control that cannot be turned off. These vehicles will be tested using the two-speed idle test. Some newer vehicles may receive a test of the vehicle's on-board diagnostic computer system instead of the regular tailpipe emissions test. Most vehicles receive an emissions control component inspection. The inspector will check for certain emissions control systems that were originally installed on the vehicle by the manufacturer. Most vehicles will also receive a gas cap pressure test.
Maybe I should have the transfer case serviced, to see if there was any damage. I'm hearing that this would be the biggest thing exposed. I can alway go after C&C for the cost of servicing that. Any one out there recommend a good mechanic in Sterling, VA that you would trust with your cruiser?
I hope this emission testing won't go down in South Eastern Virginia or I will be pissed. Right now what they do down here is put the rig on a lift, inspect the thickness of the brakes on one side of the truck, inspect the headlights, brakelights, windshield wipers, and other safety related components but not emissions. That is really sucks to see boneheads wannabee mechanics screwing your expensive drivetrain.
Really C&C ... what a bunch of morons. That mech is a TOTAL idiot. I'd ask to speak with the manager or owner and have them pay to have the trans looked over by Toyota. Period. Also call the DEQ and report the idiot station. Who knows how many AWD vehicles this guy is going to try and ruin. The DEQ will come check them out.
I really think that you need to compalin both to the DEQ as the rules are spelled out in black and white. The shop owner needs to know this as well. The Mechanic or Guy (i will call him) really needs some education as to what is up. I would either ask for a refund or the cost of another shops emission test, or a retest with the rules in your hand. Your truck should pass the test if the NO was not part of it. Again I would put the owner of the shop on notice that you will have the t-case inspected and any damage you may of occured may be his responsiablilty. I would do that in writing so he will take notice. Also this will cover your truck if something happens. I would not drop this. See what he say's, it also would be good to let him know you have contacted the DEQ and complained about this problem. good luck robbie
Maybe I should have the transfer case serviced, to see if there was any damage. I'm hearing that this would be the biggest thing exposed. I can alway go after C&C for the cost of servicing that. Any one out there recommend a good mechanic in Sterling, VA that you would trust with your cruiser?
I was just going to have the transfer case fluids changed. From talking to Toyota(koons), and it sounds like they don't expect that much would have happen for a short run like that. I don't know how plausible it is to say that C&C should pay for the transfer case to be opened up, and examined. Yeah, I would love for that to happen, but I don't think it was realistic to expect that. Especially seeing that the toyo service managers didn't think that this would have caused much damage. I didn't think that this warranted trying to make a federal thing out of it, and not getting any money for it short term. I figure that once I have it drained and filled, and I will keep an eye on it, and if I start having problems, atleast I can show a trail of when the problems started.
Thanks.
Sony
I just got my car inspected and emissions done at an Exxon in Reston off of South Lakes...asked the inspector how would he do my LC when i needed an emissions test. Said since its full time 4wd, it would be the 2speed idle test...hook up the sniffer in the exhaust and run the car at idle (park) at different rpms...no dyno...
