How long does it take to complete a drive cycle?

Preparation for it will take eight hours but, all in all, a basic drive cycle test should take around 30 minutes to complete, with about 20 minutes of actual driving.

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How do I know when my drive cycle is complete?

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. … Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If the vehicle is still not ready for E-Check testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated.