Will this code fail the diagnostic inspection?

Question

Will this code fail the New York State Inspection for Emissions?

Answer 1

P1538 IMRC (intake manifold runner control) stuck open

Yes it will, The purpose for the emission program is to protect the enviroment, The purpose of the check engine light program is to protect the catalytic convertor, The catalytic is to protect the enviroment.  When the check engine light is on, you vehicle exceed the fedral emission limit.With code P1538 this is for the variable induction control actuator, which is located in back of the intake manifold a replacement may be necessary.