CALIFORNIA SMOG CHECK
LICENSING:INSPECTOR & REPAIR
TECHNICIAN EXAM 2026 WITH WELL
VERIFIED QUESTIONS
What is the focus of the visual inspection of TAC systems? - ANSWER-To
determine compliance with state standards.
What is required for documenting results of visual inspections on OIS and
BAR-97 EIS platforms? - ANSWER-Input results into the VIR to document the
outcome of the visual inspection.
What knowledge is necessary for performing functional tests of EGR systems? -
ANSWER-Knowledge of vehicles that require an EGR functional test and
procedures for verifying function.
What is the purpose of performing ignition timing functional tests? - ANSWER-
To determine compliance of base timing with state specifications.
What is assessed during the MIL functional test? - ANSWER-To identify
illuminated check engine lights.
What is the goal of performing LPFET tests on vehicles? - ANSWER-To verify
system integrity.
What is the purpose of performing fuel cap functional tests? - ANSWER-To
verify cap integrity.
,What is the focus of OBD II functional tests? - ANSWER-To verify compliance
with state standards.
What is the crankcase PCV test? - ANSWER-Continue to leave the engine
running, go to vehicles engine compartment open the good and determine
whether any smoke is coming from the crankcase pcv system (observe for 10
seconds)
What is the EVAP test ? - ANSWER-Detects any leaks for vehicles 95' and
older
What is the Bar snap test? - ANSWER-It's part of the bar 97 tests older vehicles
99 and older. Ensure that the RPM falls in between 2000 and 3000observe the
tailpipe exhaust plume for 10 seconds (3 times)
When calibrating the bar 97 which gases does it have ? - ANSWER-Zero, high,
and low
When calibrating the EVAP machine what do you need to do ? - ANSWER-
Attach the red hose to the machine need ti open up the compressed nitrogen
What is the PCV system ? Reduces which two gases - ANSWER-Contains the
flow of crankcase fumes (blow by gases) into the intake manifold to reduce
hydrocarbons (HC) and Carbon Monoxide (CO)
TAC (thermostatic air cleaner) need to make sure everything is present and
installed properly. Make sure that the air filter element is..? - ANSWER-Not
oversized and that there are no additional holes in the air cleaner housing
When was OBD II required to be on vehicles less than 14000 lbs GVWR? -
ANSWER-1996
,Why was OBD originally introduced on vehicles ? - ANSWER-To lower
emissions and help with vehicle repair
MIL will typically display :? - ANSWER-Service engine soon and check engine
A smog check on 1996-1999 gasoline vehicles with OBD II and California
emissions certification consists of ? - ANSWER-Visual, Functional, OBD II
system test, and a Tailpipe test
What is a readiness motor ? - ANSWER-A monitor that evaluates emissions
components and systems to make sure they have been tested
What is the Two-Speed Idle (TSI) test? - ANSWER-A required tailpipe
emissions test performed based on vehicle configuration.
What vehicles are exempt from ASM tests? - ANSWER-Knowledge of types of
vehicles exempt from ASM tests.
What is the relationship between RPM and gear selection? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of the relationship between RPM and gear selection.
What must be verified before performing an emissions test? - ANSWER-The
vehicle must be idling at normal operating temperature.
What types of emissions are measured during tailpipe tests? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of types of emissions measured during tailpipe tests.
What procedures are used to perform tailpipe emissions tests? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of procedures used to perform tailpipe emissions tests.
, What is the purpose of the OIS test? - ANSWER-To obtain vehicle emissions
data.
What should be done if there are error messages during emissions testing? -
ANSWER-Knowledge of methods for troubleshooting sample system errors.
What is the significance of aftermarket emission control parts? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of requirements regarding approved CARB aftermarket parts.
What is required for maintaining safety during smog inspections? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of methods for maintaining safety of the inspection area.
What should be done if access codes are compromised? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of requirements for notifying BAR in the event of compromised
access codes.
What is the BAR-97 EIS? - ANSWER-A system used for emissions inspection
preparation.
What is the purpose of calibrating emissions testing systems? - ANSWER-To
ensure accurate inspection results.
What must be done to prepare a vehicle for tailpipe emissions testing? -
ANSWER-Knowledge of procedures for preparing vehicles for tailpipe
emissions testing.
What is the role of the emissions testing system components? - ANSWER-To
verify correct operation during emissions testing.
LICENSING:INSPECTOR & REPAIR
TECHNICIAN EXAM 2026 WITH WELL
VERIFIED QUESTIONS
What is the focus of the visual inspection of TAC systems? - ANSWER-To
determine compliance with state standards.
What is required for documenting results of visual inspections on OIS and
BAR-97 EIS platforms? - ANSWER-Input results into the VIR to document the
outcome of the visual inspection.
What knowledge is necessary for performing functional tests of EGR systems? -
ANSWER-Knowledge of vehicles that require an EGR functional test and
procedures for verifying function.
What is the purpose of performing ignition timing functional tests? - ANSWER-
To determine compliance of base timing with state specifications.
What is assessed during the MIL functional test? - ANSWER-To identify
illuminated check engine lights.
What is the goal of performing LPFET tests on vehicles? - ANSWER-To verify
system integrity.
What is the purpose of performing fuel cap functional tests? - ANSWER-To
verify cap integrity.
,What is the focus of OBD II functional tests? - ANSWER-To verify compliance
with state standards.
What is the crankcase PCV test? - ANSWER-Continue to leave the engine
running, go to vehicles engine compartment open the good and determine
whether any smoke is coming from the crankcase pcv system (observe for 10
seconds)
What is the EVAP test ? - ANSWER-Detects any leaks for vehicles 95' and
older
What is the Bar snap test? - ANSWER-It's part of the bar 97 tests older vehicles
99 and older. Ensure that the RPM falls in between 2000 and 3000observe the
tailpipe exhaust plume for 10 seconds (3 times)
When calibrating the bar 97 which gases does it have ? - ANSWER-Zero, high,
and low
When calibrating the EVAP machine what do you need to do ? - ANSWER-
Attach the red hose to the machine need ti open up the compressed nitrogen
What is the PCV system ? Reduces which two gases - ANSWER-Contains the
flow of crankcase fumes (blow by gases) into the intake manifold to reduce
hydrocarbons (HC) and Carbon Monoxide (CO)
TAC (thermostatic air cleaner) need to make sure everything is present and
installed properly. Make sure that the air filter element is..? - ANSWER-Not
oversized and that there are no additional holes in the air cleaner housing
When was OBD II required to be on vehicles less than 14000 lbs GVWR? -
ANSWER-1996
,Why was OBD originally introduced on vehicles ? - ANSWER-To lower
emissions and help with vehicle repair
MIL will typically display :? - ANSWER-Service engine soon and check engine
A smog check on 1996-1999 gasoline vehicles with OBD II and California
emissions certification consists of ? - ANSWER-Visual, Functional, OBD II
system test, and a Tailpipe test
What is a readiness motor ? - ANSWER-A monitor that evaluates emissions
components and systems to make sure they have been tested
What is the Two-Speed Idle (TSI) test? - ANSWER-A required tailpipe
emissions test performed based on vehicle configuration.
What vehicles are exempt from ASM tests? - ANSWER-Knowledge of types of
vehicles exempt from ASM tests.
What is the relationship between RPM and gear selection? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of the relationship between RPM and gear selection.
What must be verified before performing an emissions test? - ANSWER-The
vehicle must be idling at normal operating temperature.
What types of emissions are measured during tailpipe tests? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of types of emissions measured during tailpipe tests.
What procedures are used to perform tailpipe emissions tests? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of procedures used to perform tailpipe emissions tests.
, What is the purpose of the OIS test? - ANSWER-To obtain vehicle emissions
data.
What should be done if there are error messages during emissions testing? -
ANSWER-Knowledge of methods for troubleshooting sample system errors.
What is the significance of aftermarket emission control parts? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of requirements regarding approved CARB aftermarket parts.
What is required for maintaining safety during smog inspections? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of methods for maintaining safety of the inspection area.
What should be done if access codes are compromised? - ANSWER-
Knowledge of requirements for notifying BAR in the event of compromised
access codes.
What is the BAR-97 EIS? - ANSWER-A system used for emissions inspection
preparation.
What is the purpose of calibrating emissions testing systems? - ANSWER-To
ensure accurate inspection results.
What must be done to prepare a vehicle for tailpipe emissions testing? -
ANSWER-Knowledge of procedures for preparing vehicles for tailpipe
emissions testing.
What is the role of the emissions testing system components? - ANSWER-To
verify correct operation during emissions testing.
