We install a breath analyzer (Breathalyzer) on your vehicle that is electronically connected to the ignition. This device, the SSI-1000, is about the size of a cellphone.

When you breathe into the ignition interlock device for several seconds, it measures your breath alcohol level and compares it with preset limits. If your breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) is over the authorized limit, your vehicle will not start.

If your BrAC is within the allowable range, you’re on your way. Then, as you’re driving, you will be required to take periodic retests.

Periodically, you will take your car to a local Smart Start Service Center. There, our certified technicians will service the ignition interlock device and schedule your next appointment. You’ll make your lease payments when you bring your vehicle in for service.

Helpful Links:

• Information about Smart Start's SSI-1000 Ignition Interlock
• How to get started in Smart Start's Ignition Interlock Program
• Find Smart Start Ignition Interlock Program Locations near you

Smart Start services ignition interlock programs in the following states:

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.