Can't Pass Inspection
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Can't Pass Inspection
Hi Forum,
I'm trying to get my '10 XKR registered, but in AZ, we have to do a vehicle inspection every 2 years....I'm up. The first time I tried, she failed inspection with some sensor codes which I got fixed, and the inspection tech stated my engine VIN number didn't match the car's VIN number. After the repairs, I tried again and was told the same thing, the engine VIN number didn't match the car's VIN number. I did have the engine replaced, but that was 4 years and at least 2 inspections ago. I also have a tune on my car, which is what I'm starting to think is causing the issue. Got the tune from Jags at ETG. My questions are, has anyone else had this experience? Am I correct in assuming the VIN number issue is caused by the tune? Do I have to go back to the dealer, get it flashed to factory default in order to pass the inspection? If this is the case, then having a tune sucks as I'll be facing the same dilemma every 2 years. I'd appreciate any thoughts or advice you guys have. Thank you.
I'm trying to get my '10 XKR registered, but in AZ, we have to do a vehicle inspection every 2 years....I'm up. The first time I tried, she failed inspection with some sensor codes which I got fixed, and the inspection tech stated my engine VIN number didn't match the car's VIN number. After the repairs, I tried again and was told the same thing, the engine VIN number didn't match the car's VIN number. I did have the engine replaced, but that was 4 years and at least 2 inspections ago. I also have a tune on my car, which is what I'm starting to think is causing the issue. Got the tune from Jags at ETG. My questions are, has anyone else had this experience? Am I correct in assuming the VIN number issue is caused by the tune? Do I have to go back to the dealer, get it flashed to factory default in order to pass the inspection? If this is the case, then having a tune sucks as I'll be facing the same dilemma every 2 years. I'd appreciate any thoughts or advice you guys have. Thank you.
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pk4144 (03-31-2017)
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I take it you mean the Engine VIN in the ECU didn't match the installed engine? Or all three VINs different, the ECU, actual engine block and vehicle? Each state with inspections has a Referee station, or something like that called differently. They can give you a waiver which you can keep with the vehicle.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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I take it you mean the Engine VIN in the ECU didn't match the installed engine? Or all three VINs different, the ECU, actual engine block and vehicle? Each state with inspections has a Referee station, or something like that called differently. They can give you a waiver which you can keep with the vehicle.
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I wonder exactly on the hardware of a new engine would be VIN specific. ECU yeah but I'd think the Jaguars version of PATS would lock you out. Not sure on these but on the Lincoln's and other Ford's the ECU is linked to the cluster. A miss match and it won't go.
I'm curious how Arizona is seeing this problem.
I'm curious how Arizona is seeing this problem.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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I get this on the Fortran code readers. Sounds like the stations puter can't talk to the car's so they are rejecting you.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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Well, when I went last week to get it done, they gave me a couple of errors, MAF sensors that I got fixed. They had also mentioned the VIN, but didn't go into enough detail to make me think there was a problem. I was under the impression that I just needed to get the errors cleared. Any thoughts on how to get this fixed?
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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I'd talk to the supervisor, not the drones. He should be able to help you get it sorted out to your satisfaction. My old Lincoln LS get's a takes too long to warm up code during the winter so they just extended it until April.
MD is similar with a biannual emissions inspection where they just plug into the OBDii port and see what faults come up.
MD is similar with a biannual emissions inspection where they just plug into the OBDii port and see what faults come up.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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I might be a little confused here but when you either had the inspection done or went to this board did you ask exactly what you had to do to correct the problem. Also do we assume you gave them the story of the replaced engine. Next does anyone know if the ECU is or can be updated to reflect the present engine number. Do you also have the documentation of the engine change and does it have the old engine number. Did you ask this question to your Jaguar dealer and do they know how to resolve it. Somehow I can't imagine there isn't a simple way around this with the proper documentation. Speak to supervisors or managers .
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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Called the dealer and they offered to flash back to factory default, but wouldn't say if that would fix the issue. And they want a couple hundred bucks.....of course.
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I might be a little confused here but when you either had the inspection done or went to this board did you ask exactly what you had to do to correct the problem. Also do we assume you gave them the story of the replaced engine. Next does anyone know if the ECU is or can be updated to reflect the present engine number. Do you also have the documentation of the engine change and does it have the old engine number. Did you ask this question to your Jaguar dealer and do they know how to resolve it. Somehow I can't imagine there isn't a simple way around this with the proper documentation. Speak to supervisors or managers .
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That's the thing, I spoke to the manager at the inspection/waiver station and he simply stated I need to get it fixed....no details and I did ask. The Jag dealer offered to flash back to factory default.....again not stating whether or not this would fix the issue and I did ask.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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My guess is that the VIN on the ECU does not match the true VIN. Probably not adjusted when new motor went in. Was the tune done at same time as engine swap? Inspection rules may have been updated. I had a problem with another make that required an ECU. I was able to get a previously owned one and had to supply the existing VIN, so maybe the new VIN did not get updated in your case.
Also, the EVIN designation is a bit interesting. I know there are some electronic vehicle identification number systems being implemented or considered. Wondering if this is part of some new system.
Grasping at straws a bit here...
Also, the EVIN designation is a bit interesting. I know there are some electronic vehicle identification number systems being implemented or considered. Wondering if this is part of some new system.
Grasping at straws a bit here...
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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Just browsed a few sites and identified that eVIN's are being developed primarily to detect/prevent fraud when scanning OBD. Sounds like a measure to curb inspectors that run a clean vehicle thru tests using a VIN from a problem vehicle to get it passed in the system.
Guessing that the validity of the VIN on ECU is becoming more important in this mystery.
Guessing that the validity of the VIN on ECU is becoming more important in this mystery.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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Just browsed a few sites and identified that eVIN's are being developed primarily to detect/prevent fraud when scanning OBD. Sounds like a measure to curb inspectors that run a clean vehicle thru tests using a VIN from a problem vehicle to get it passed in the system.
Guessing that the validity of the VIN on ECU is becoming more important in this mystery.
Guessing that the validity of the VIN on ECU is becoming more important in this mystery.
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Makes sense. If the tune uploads all new data from a tweaked donor ECU it'll bring the donor DNA (VIN etc.) to your chassis ECU. If it just did the tables for performance your personal info (VIN etc) would still be there. Not sure how Jaguar updates but the SCT handheld I used on the LS would swap the data, old tune from the ECU to the SCT, new tune from the SCT to the ECU. The SCT became married to the VIN until the stock tune was transferred back. Then it was unlocked. Doesn't sound like your tune works that way, total loss on the original tune is going to be expensive to get the new ECU tune married to the chassis.
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bklynchris (03-29-2017)
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