Smog Check Inspector Exam CA- Test
Questions & Answers
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?) Correct Ans-2500 rpm and Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests? Correct Ans-50/15 and
25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ? Correct Ans-Data acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air quality.. what are they
? Correct Ans-Enhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area? Correct Ans-Enhanced areas (
these areas do not meet federal or state air quality standards for ozone and carbon monoxide)
If the VIN on the vehicle doesn't match the registration documents what should the inspector
do? Correct Ans-Use the VIN on the vehicle to inform the customer that it doesn't match the
registration document. DMV will not accept the test results
If VIN and plate entries are correct and communication failure continues what should the tech
do? How do you proceed? Correct Ans-Complete the inspection as promoted by the EIS.
,The CARB EO parts listing contain information about what ? Correct Ans-Part manufacturer
catalog, part listings, catalytic converters, the applicable vehicles for which it can be ínstalled
What are Grey Market Vehicles? Correct Ans-Vehicles that were manufacturered for sale
outside the u.s and imported into the US
In the two speed idle inspection which test comes first? Correct Ans-2500 RPM run for 30
seconds
vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test ?? Correct Ans-
Two speed idle
On Bar 97 EIS selecting "G" or "government" will chase the EIS to ask for what to input into the
system ? Correct Ans-BAR FILE # (thereby preventing a certificate of compliance from being
issues) N/A
What is required under visual inspection for gasoline vehicles from 1975-1999 ? Correct Ans-
All of them (Crankcase emission controls, TAC, EVAP, EGR, computers, sensors, switches, visible
smoke, liquid fuel leaks, ignition spark controls,
Star Station certification allows test and repair stations to..? Correct Ans-Issue certificates to
gross polluters, perform repairs, perform initial inspection, issue certificates to directed vehicles
, What are directed vehicles? Correct Ans-Bar directs a portion of the enhanced area fleet to
star certified stations for certification
Required tests for Tailpipe inspection? (2) Correct Ans-ASM or two speed idle
Bar referee label provides what information on the label for kit cars ? (2) Correct Ans-
Certification type and emission control requirements
If a vehicle is not at normal operating temperature the vehicles may either be ___ or ___.
Correct Ans-Idled or driven normally as necessary to achieve normal operating temperature
Which type of vehicles excluding hybrids (electric) must be tested for visible smoke? Correct
Ans-Gasoline and Diesel
What is the BAR snap test ? Correct Ans-Quickly push and release the accelerator pedal from
idle position to between 2,000- 3,000 RPM then immediately allow the engine to return to idle.
What is an under hood emission control label? Indicates the vehicles ___? Correct Ans-
Certification type ( California or Federal)
Does a missing or ilegible emission control label constitute in an inspection failure? Correct
Ans-No, you can proceed with the inspection provided that the required emission controls can
be determined using other sources
Questions & Answers
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?) Correct Ans-2500 rpm and Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests? Correct Ans-50/15 and
25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ? Correct Ans-Data acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air quality.. what are they
? Correct Ans-Enhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area? Correct Ans-Enhanced areas (
these areas do not meet federal or state air quality standards for ozone and carbon monoxide)
If the VIN on the vehicle doesn't match the registration documents what should the inspector
do? Correct Ans-Use the VIN on the vehicle to inform the customer that it doesn't match the
registration document. DMV will not accept the test results
If VIN and plate entries are correct and communication failure continues what should the tech
do? How do you proceed? Correct Ans-Complete the inspection as promoted by the EIS.
,The CARB EO parts listing contain information about what ? Correct Ans-Part manufacturer
catalog, part listings, catalytic converters, the applicable vehicles for which it can be ínstalled
What are Grey Market Vehicles? Correct Ans-Vehicles that were manufacturered for sale
outside the u.s and imported into the US
In the two speed idle inspection which test comes first? Correct Ans-2500 RPM run for 30
seconds
vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test ?? Correct Ans-
Two speed idle
On Bar 97 EIS selecting "G" or "government" will chase the EIS to ask for what to input into the
system ? Correct Ans-BAR FILE # (thereby preventing a certificate of compliance from being
issues) N/A
What is required under visual inspection for gasoline vehicles from 1975-1999 ? Correct Ans-
All of them (Crankcase emission controls, TAC, EVAP, EGR, computers, sensors, switches, visible
smoke, liquid fuel leaks, ignition spark controls,
Star Station certification allows test and repair stations to..? Correct Ans-Issue certificates to
gross polluters, perform repairs, perform initial inspection, issue certificates to directed vehicles
, What are directed vehicles? Correct Ans-Bar directs a portion of the enhanced area fleet to
star certified stations for certification
Required tests for Tailpipe inspection? (2) Correct Ans-ASM or two speed idle
Bar referee label provides what information on the label for kit cars ? (2) Correct Ans-
Certification type and emission control requirements
If a vehicle is not at normal operating temperature the vehicles may either be ___ or ___.
Correct Ans-Idled or driven normally as necessary to achieve normal operating temperature
Which type of vehicles excluding hybrids (electric) must be tested for visible smoke? Correct
Ans-Gasoline and Diesel
What is the BAR snap test ? Correct Ans-Quickly push and release the accelerator pedal from
idle position to between 2,000- 3,000 RPM then immediately allow the engine to return to idle.
What is an under hood emission control label? Indicates the vehicles ___? Correct Ans-
Certification type ( California or Federal)
Does a missing or ilegible emission control label constitute in an inspection failure? Correct
Ans-No, you can proceed with the inspection provided that the required emission controls can
be determined using other sources
