Diesel Inspection Station Near Me

Internal combustion engines, also known as diesel engines and compression-ignition engines require less stringent annual checks than most daily drivers, as Texas currently only requires smog inspections for gasoline engines. However, you will still need to stop by a qualified inspection station to get a passing grade on your vehicle’s safety standards each year. 

Do Diesel Trucks Need Inspections in Texas?

Diesel vehicles and motorcycles need annual safety inspections but are not required to submit to smog inspections. New vehicles purchased from state dealerships will come with a two-year safety inspection sticker waiving the need for inspection until it expires.

Diesel Vehicle Safety Inspection Requirements

In Rockwall County, vehicles must pass an official state safety and emissions inspection every year to legally drive on state roads. Vehicles must also receive a passing score to qualify for registration, titling, or registration renewal. These safety checks ensure that every vehicle on the road is safe to help avoid preventable accidents. 

Diesel inspections are available at Inspection Station Near Me Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, Saturday from 9 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday from noon to 2 PM. Our inspector will need to see proof of insurance and a valid ID before approving any vehicle. 

Inspection requirements vary based on the size of the vehicle. The overall width of your truck will be determined by our inspectors. They will measure the widest part of your vehicle from one side to the other. If your vehicle has dual wheels, this may contribute to the final measurement. Exterior mirrors will not be included in this measurement. 

Pickup, Panel, or Truck Under 80”

We must inspect the following components on all pickup trucks, panel trucks, and any truck that is less than 80” wide. 

1. Horn
2. Windshield Wipers
3. Mirror
4. Steering
5. Seat Belts
6. Brakes (system) Parking – (beginning with 1960 models)
7. Tires
8. Wheel Assembly
9. Safety Guards or Flaps (if four tires or more on the rearmost axle)
10. Exhaust System
11. Exhaust Emission System (beginning with 1968 models)
12. Beam Indicator (beginning with 1948 models)
13. Tail Lamps (2); (1) if 1959 model or earlier
14. Stop Lamps (3) 1994 and newer; (2) if 1960-1993; (1) if 1959 model or earlier
15. License Plate Lamp (1)
16. Rear Red Reflectors (2)
17. Turn Signal Lamps (beginning with 1960 models) (measured if 1959 model or earlier)
18. Head Lamps (2)
19. Motor, Serial, or Vehicle Identification Number
20. Gas caps on vehicles 2-24 model years old
21. Window Tint

Truck With 80” Or More Overall Width

Trucks wider than 80” will be inspected for the following. 

1. Horn
2. Windshield Wipers
3. Mirror
4. Steering
5. Seat Belts
6. Brakes system (Parking – beginning with 1960 models)
7. Tires
8. Wheel Assembly
9. Safety Guards or Flaps (if four tires or more on the rearmost axle)
10. Exhaust System
11. Exhaust Emission System (beginning with 1968 models)
12. Beam Indicator (beginning with 1948 models)
13. Tail Lamps (2); (1) if 1959 model or earlier
14. Stop Lamps (2); (1) if 1959 model or earlier
15. License Plate Lamp (1)
16. Rear Red Reflectors (2)
17. Turn Signal Lamps
18. Clearance Lamps
19. Side Marker Lamps
20. Side Reflectors
21. Head Lamps (2) (Refer to Reference Section as per lighting diagrams and as applicable to the particular style of truck being inspected.)
22. Motor, Serial, or Vehicle Identification Number
23. Gas caps on vehicles 2-24 model years old
24. Window Tint