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1996 Mercedes Benz S320 - Check Engine Light will not illuminate

Hello, my check engine light does not illuminate at all, I have put in a new light, checked it with another bulb, but the light will not illuminate at all. Does CA have any ways to test the vehicle without the light illuminating or can I receive a waiver until I can get it fixed. Thank you.
Answer:

Unfortunately the check engine light must be working on your 1996 Mercedes Benz S320 in order for it to pass the smog check. The check engine light not working is an emission related fault and can be covered under the State's Consumer Assistance program. You might want to look into apply for it. In the mean time the most time you will be offered to get the repairs need to get the check engine light working is a 30 day temporary registration tag through the DMV. If you apply for CAP the process might take longer then 30 days so you'll need to revisit the DMV and get a second 30 day pass, but there is no waiver. posted by SmogTips Support

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