Pa Emissions
A vehicle originally equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system arrives
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at an emissions inspection station for a PA Emissions Inspection. Two inspectors are
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discussing how to perform the visual inspection of the EGR system.
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Inspector "A" says: "Check to see if the EGR components exist, appears to be properly
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connected, and appears to be the correct type for the vehicle."
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Inspector "B" says: "Check to see if the EGR components exist, is properly connected,
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and is functioning correctly based on manufacturer specifications."
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Who is right? - ANS A only
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How often must PA Certified Emissions Inspectors update their Inspector certification? -
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ANS Every two years
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If a vehicle were equipped with an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve, it would
typically be located? - ANS On or near the intake manifold
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In the Northern Region, a licensed emissions inspector is performing the visual portion
of the emissions test. Which of the following emission controls is not inspected? -
ANS OBD-II Check Engine Light
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Inspector "A" says: "A vehicle that fails an initial emissions inspection is entitled to one
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free retest until their current emission sticker expires."
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Inspector "B" says: "Vehicle owners may request a retest at a facility other than the one
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that performed the initial emissions test."
Who is right? -
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ANS B only
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The EPA has identified three harmful pollutants produced through inefficient vehicle
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combustion and evaporation. These pollutants are: - ANS HC, CO and NOX
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The results of the visual inspection are reported for an individual component by entering
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______________________ in the inspection equipment? - ANS Pass, Fail or Not
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Applicable
There are two main types of Air Injection Reaction (A.I.R.) systems: one style uses an
air pump while the other does not. What does the A.I.R. system without an air pump
use? - ANS Natural exhaust pulses to draw fresh air from the air cleaner into the
exhaust system