Or. Admin. R. 340-256-0358

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 6, June 1, 2024

Section 340-256-0358 - Emission Control System Inspection: Emissions Control Test Method for Self-Service Testing Program

This rule documents the Self-Service test method.

(1) DEQ may provide a testing method whereby the vehicle owner or their representative will perform the emissions test. The test performed will be either a remote sensing optical quantification of the tailpipe pollutants, a remote or computer connected OBD test, or other means approved under section (4) of this rule.

(2) Before implementing Self-Service Testing under this rule, DEQ must establish specific Self-Service Testing processes in DEQ's policies and procedures documents, including:

(a) The test techniques to be used for Self-Service Testing;

(b) Procedures for identifying the vehicle that will be subjected to Self-Service testing;

(c) Procedures for protecting the Self-Service test process from vandalism and cheating; and

(d) Testing standards for the Self-Service technique that will be used.

(3) If DEQ uses the optical attenuation method for Self-Service Testing, 1975 and newer model year vehicles are eligible for Self-Service Testing. If DEQ uses broadcast data or hardwire cable connection from vehicles' OBD systems for Self-Service Testing, 1996 and newer model year vehicles are eligible for Self-Service Testing.

(4) If DEQ develops and implements additional test methods for use in the Self-Service Testing program, DEQ must develop documentation that such method will provide equal or greater accuracy in identifying vehicles that would pass or fail the otherwise required emission test.

Or. Admin. R. 340-256-0358

DEQ 14-2003, f. & cert. ef. 10-24-03; DEQ 21-2020, amend filed 11/19/2020, effective 11/19/2020

Statutory/Other Authority: 468A.380(1)(c)

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 468A.350 - 468A.420