Does a fast pass test provide the same information as a full cycle test?
A fast pass provides equivalent information. Initially, a fast pass did not print detailed information on levels of pollutants. However, motorists were interested in comparing results from past tests (either I/M 240 or older idle results). Repair technicians wanted to know how effectively they had repaired vehicles. In response, the software was modified to project full cycle emissions results. Q: Is fast pass always an option, regardless of when or where the test is performed? A: All centralized Air Care Colorado testing centers in the Denver metro area are equipped for fast pass tests. However, it is not always available. One reason is that, to provide valuable statistics for assessing the overall effectiveness of the I/M 240 testing process, complete data from full cycle tests are needed. As a general policy, though, fast pass is available to the motorist. Back to Air Care News article index. Back to top.
