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Nissan Maxima imported from Canada won't pass California smog check.

I need to register my 1993 Nissam Maxima, but it will not pass the smog check. The car was manufactured in Canada and never registered here in the states. I am in California and had it smog tested before. I need to know what can be done to pass smog?
Answer:

It appears your Nissan Maxima is a "Grey Market Vehicle". If this is your initial registration in the United States you'll need to contact the California State Referee office for a vehicle inspection and smog testing of your vehicle. If all is well and your Nissan Maxima passes the smog emissions test, the Referee will place a special BAR label on the chassis of your vehicle, identifying it a California legal. Note: Out of Country (Grey-Market) vehicles may lack the necessary emissions components for legal registration in the United States. The Smog Referees number is (800)662-7733. If this is not the vehicle's first registration in the US or California, getting your Nissan to pass the smog test will require a diagnosis from a certified smog check repair center. Alec - SmogTips Support posted by SmogTips Support

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