lamegti Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Hi Guys...Just returned from a state inspection but they were unable to issue the new sticker because some tests couldn't be performed. I've tried searching but the terms that they have on the results sheet weren't yielding any responses. No check engine light...just no output for the specific tests. Here are the results of the "Readiness Test Status". Misfire Status = Complete Fuel Status = Complete Comprehensive Status = Complete Catalyst Status = Not Complete Heated Catalyst Status = Not Available Evaporative Status = Not Complete Secondary Air Status = Not Available AC Status = Not Available Oxygen Status = Not Complete Oxygen Heater Status = Not Complete EGR Status = Not Available From his explanation, I gather that the ones that are causing me to fail the test are the ones that have a "Not Complete" status because the "state computer" is not able to get an output from the car. The car has an open source tune and this is the first inspection after the tune....so I'm thinking that this might have something to do with it. Tuner is closed today so I'll try them on MOnday....but I thought I'd just post the question up here, with the hope that I'm not the first to experience this problem. The car is a 5eat 2006 LGT. Mods are an SPT cone air filter and tune. Last time I had touched the car at all (ie: oil change, disconnected battery if I did...etc) was at least 1000 miles ago. Again, no check engine light and no rough idle. Car goes when you tell it to...or in other words, I can't tell if there were a problem with the car at all. Is it possible that the items with the "Not Complete" indication have been disabled during the tune? Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamegti Posted May 22, 2011 Author Share Posted May 22, 2011 anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 You need to contact the tuner, but if the inspection station can't read data it may be that their equipment for some reason doesn't agree with the ECU of your car. That means that if you go to a different inspection station you may get through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBad Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 How long has it been since you had the tune done? More importantly how many miles have you put on it since that tune? If the tune was done or modified recently you may need to put at least 100 miles or so on it so it resets the readiness codes for a retest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06_legacygt Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 i can't speak for other states but in jersey if they have a problem interfacing with any OBD2 computer they perform a OBD1 style test which is a sniff test. I know of at least 3 people this has happened too....none of which owned subarus how ever 2006 Legacy GT 5EAT Perrin UP, SPT CAI, OBXR CBE, Catless DP, Perrin TMIC, Stage 2 AP tune Soon after BNR 16G, Infamous Tune Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_sharp Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 Take it to a less legitimate inspection location. In San Antonio, they've never plugged in OBD2 at any of the places I've stopped at. They just kick the tires and make sure all your lights work. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian-B Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 I'm in Dallas and they do use the OBD2 port. I have a code reader I use that shows if sensors or ready or not and they will fail it if it isn't. But it should only be an issue if someone reset the computer recently... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDTurbo Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 I had to drive my tuned vehicle ~50 miles after loading the map (I swap between LGTs) to achieve "code soak" to pass the connection-inspection. Same deal if you had disconnected the battery I was told by my friend the mechanic/inspection agent.....and make sure you gas cap is at least 3 clicks shut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnguyenbb6 Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 Not complete/not available is usually just like HDturbo said. You just need to drive the car. <- goes to "less legit" places, always pass. even with no cats and some stuff VTA lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_sharp Posted May 22, 2011 Share Posted May 22, 2011 Where do you guys go for inspection? I've always gone to the box shaped state funded inspection places and they always seem to be the ones that care the least about mods. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planelazy Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Those are usually the ones I went to when I lived in San Antonio.. I only failed once, because of a hole in the muffler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_sharp Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Lets not worry about inspections anymore... Lets talk about planelazy's avatar... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 The problem you are having is that the readiness codes are not set. If the ECU has been reset they take about 50 miles for the readiness tests to be run. If the ECU has not been reset recently, then the odds are that your tuner made an error (actually several of them) which caused the readiness tests not to be run. The readiness codes are part of any OBD II test. Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamegti Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 Thanks for the replies. I don't recall when I last disconnected the battery, but its got to be at least 1000 miles ago. I was going to try a different workshop, but then I thought again, I've been doing my inspections at this same place for the last 2 years. I guess its time to call the tuner. Dr_Sharp, I thought they had to put it through the state funded inspection box to get approval to issue the sticker? I hope I don't have to drive to San Antonio...but even if I did, I don't think they'd be able to inspect it there. I believe inspections have got to be done within the same county.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rao Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 If you post your tune, some of the rocket scientist on here should be able to easily fix it. The tune itself isn't bad, it is the way that the CELs were disabled. Rob IF YOU CARE ABOUT YOUR CAR YOU SHOULD NEVER DRIVE IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamegti Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 Will I need something like a cobb accessport to "extract" the tune? I've got nothing to interface with the OBD port. I'll call the tuner a bit later today....hopefully I'll be able to make it out there before the weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Like RAO said or go back to your Tuner. Or get another Map from one of the Tuners here. Where in TX do you life ? Cobb is close to Dallas and I also have a buddy there that tunes cars as well. http://www.t1racedevelopment.com/ Tony has a AWD dyno too. Tony is not a BIG Subaru guy, but he knows his stuff and knows how to tune a ECU. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamegti Posted May 24, 2011 Author Share Posted May 24, 2011 i'm here in houston. i'll go by the tuner this weekend (the one who tuned my car). dallas is a bit of a drive. worse case scenario, i'll just get it back to stock at the dealer...and hope that it works. i wouldn't mind gaining back the extra mpg i lost from the tune now. that should work right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_sharp Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Cobb is in Austin. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamegti Posted June 1, 2011 Author Share Posted June 1, 2011 Just wanted to post an update. So, I had to wait till the past weekend before I could bring it to the tuner. Apparently one of the O2 sensors was shut off. Based on my little understanding, this sensor could cause problems for cars running downpipes. Anyways, all is well now. Got my inspection sticker. Now I'm thinking about whether I should keep my ISC coilovers or go back to stock. I love how it brings out the liveliness in the car, but at the same time, Houston roads are really bad. I guess I should start a new post if they come up for sale. Thanks again for all the input provided! Forums rock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted June 1, 2011 Share Posted June 1, 2011 Great to hear! There are less aggressive suspension set ups that provide a more compliant ride but are still more sporty than stock. Check out the Eibach/MSI/Epic Engineering springs and the Koni struts. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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