Buying a used car, or want to know where your vehicle stands? We put it on the lift, scan the computer, and give you a clear, honest report, including whether it's likely to pass smog.
A good inspection answers one question: what shape is this vehicle really in? At Walnut Smog & Repair, we put the car on the lift, look at it the way a technician does, and explain what we find in plain English. That matters most when you're deciding whether to buy a car.
A used car can look spotless and still hide an oil leak, worn suspension or emissions problems that will cost you at the next smog check. In California, the seller is generally responsible for providing a smog certificate, but a recently cleared check engine light or "not ready" monitors can hide a problem. Before you buy, bring it to 1323 E Walnut St. We'll scan for stored trouble codes and readiness status with our diagnostic equipment, inspect for leaks, check the brakes, suspension and fluids, and give you a straight answer.
Driving to Vegas, the desert or up the 5? Heat is hard on cooling systems, batteries and tires. A pre-trip inspection catches a weak battery, a cracked belt or low coolant before they strand you in 110-degree heat. We also check the air conditioning while we're at it.
An inspection isn't a smog certificate. If you need an official test, we're a STAR Certified station and can do the smog check in the same visit.
Yes. Bring the car to our shop on E Walnut St and we'll inspect it, scan the computer and tell you honestly what we find before you buy.
We can check for trouble codes, readiness monitors and obvious emissions problems. The official answer comes from the smog test itself, which we can also perform.
In California, the seller is generally responsible for providing a valid smog certificate for vehicles more than four model years old.
Most inspections take about an hour. Call (626) 449-6252 to set up a time.
Yes. We'll walk you through everything and prioritize it honestly.
Smog checks, failed smog repair, check engine diagnostics and complete auto repair on E Walnut St. Honest answers and fair prices.