2004 Chevy Suburban Emissons Fail - Not Ready

2004 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
40,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
PATRICK.MASON
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
I have gone back to state inspection 3 times - and keep failing for "not ready". Can you help me?
Mar 6, 2008 at 2:36 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
MASTERTECHTIM
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 4,750 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
your going to have to give me something to work with.
Mar 6, 2008 at 2:39 PM
Avatar
PATRICK.MASON
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
State inspection keeps failing me for emissions. They are saying my computer is sending a "not ready" message. Have you seen this before?
Mar 6, 2008 at 2:48 PM
Avatar
MASTERTECHTIM
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 4,750 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
yes. did you originally fail for emissions and have the codes cleared? did you have no check engine light on and went to get sticker and they failed for not ready? does your battery stay charged over night or do you have to jump start it? check your coolant temp gauge on dash and tell me if it reads normal or if it always stays on the cold side.
Mar 6, 2008 at 2:52 PM
Avatar
PATRICK.MASON
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
I failed for emissions - and I am not sure how to clear the codes. Or, who does that? No check engine light was on, ever. Battery stays charged - no problem. Temp is running just shy of the 210 degree line.
Mar 6, 2008 at 3:08 PM
Avatar
MASTERTECHTIM
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 4,750 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
there are only a couple things that can cause you not ready. first of all is your vehicles ambient temp sensor and or cooling system temp sensor are not accurate. to run a readiness test your vehicles computer must see engine temp and outside air temp to be equal, this tells computer the car is cold. if these sensors never read the correct temps then the car will never run a raeadiness test. also your computerhas keep alive memory and if this fails it will reset your computer every time you shut your car off. you need to have these things checked. hope this helps
Mar 6, 2008 at 3:54 PM
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Ask a Free Question
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.