April 10, 2019
This week we are taking a look at the smoke limits for Diesel vehicles.
We will also be taking a look at the Euro emissions for Diesel and Petrol cars.
Vehicles first used before 1st July 2008
The smoke limit will be:
– 2.5m-1 for a non-turbocharged engine
– 3.0m-1 for a turbocharged engine
– The level specified on the manufacturer’s plate if lower
Vehicles first used between 1st July 2008 and 31st December 2013
The smoke limit will be:
– The level specified on the manufacturer’s plate if lower
– 1.5m-1
Vehicles first used on or after 1st January 2014
The smoke limit will be:
– The level specified on the manufacturer’s plate if lower
– 0.7m-1
The manufacturer’s plate means either the VIN plate or a separate plate or sticker, which is likely to be within the engine compartment. The plate or sticker may be marked 24 R followed by a number to indicate the smoke limit (such as 0.24 in the example below). It’s usually displayed in a box and often positioned in the bottom right corner of the VIN plate.
Euro emissions standards for Petrol cars Click the button below to download the above information to refresh your memory when testing emissions. download your Diesel Emissions Testing PDF Now that you’re all clued up on Diesel Emissions, check out our informative guide on Hybrid, Electric and Fuel Cell Systems to brush up on everything you need to be aware of when inspecting alternative fuel vehicles. Need to talk to a human for more information? Lines open Mon-Fri 9-5 on:
