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How do I complete a drive cycle on a BMW?
Drive a mix of city and highway for 50-100 miles.
Why do European cars fail smog more often?
The main reason is tighter design tolerances.
Will aftermarket ECU tune fail my BMW smog?
Yes — under the post-July 2021 rule, an aftermarket ECU tune fails the smog inspection.
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