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Smog Check Inspector Exam | 100 Questions with Answers | Emission Systems, OBD, BAR Rules | 2025

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This document provides a comprehensive set of 100 verified exam questions and correct answers for the California Smog Check Inspector Exam for the 2025/2026 cycle, covering all critical areas required by the California Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR). It is a complete review resource for individuals pursuing certification or licensure to perform smog inspections on gasoline and diesel vehicles in the state of California. Topics include: Smog inspection procedures for vehicles 1976–2025 OBD I and OBD II testing standards, readiness monitors, and test equipment (BAR-97, OIS) Tailpipe and functional tests including visual inspection, crankcase, EGR, EVAP, fuel cap, and MIL light functionality Emission control systems: PCV, TAC, spark control, catalytic converters, EGR California regulations: STAR certification, referee system, SPCNS and grey market vehicles, smog test waivers, CAP program Professional responsibilities: tampering detection, inspector qualifications, data entry protocol, subletting limitations, and DMV coordination This guide ensures you're ready to handle practical testing scenarios and regulatory requirements, with answers based on the current laws and testing procedures as mandated by the California BAR. Recommended for: Automotive technology students preparing for the California Smog Check Inspector License Licensed mechanics transitioning into emissions testing roles Candidates for STAR station certification Trade school and community college students in automotive programs Also helpful for: Automotive educators creating test prep material Independent shop owners expanding service offerings to include smog testing Technicians preparing for refresher courses or re-certification Keywords: smog check inspector, California BAR exam, 2025 emissions test, OBD II, BAR-97, tailpipe inspection, vehicle emissions, catalytic converter, crankcase test, EVAP system, MIL check, STAR certification, EGR valve, functional test, emission control label, referee station, visual inspection

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Smog Check Inspector Exam CA
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What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔2500

rpm and Idle

What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests? - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔50/15 and 25/25 test


What does DAD stand for ? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Data acquisition device


Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air

quality.. what are they ? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Enhanced, Basic, and Change of

Ownership

,Biennial smog checks are required in which program area? - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔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? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔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? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Complete

the inspection as promoted by the EIS.

The CARB EO parts listing contain information about what ? - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔Part manufacturer catalog, part listings, catalytic converters, the

applicable vehicles for which it can be ínstalled


What are Grey Market Vehicles? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔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? - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔2500 RPM run for 30 seconds

, vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test

?? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Two speed idle


On Bar 97 EIS selecting "G" or "government" will chase the EIS to ask for

what to input into the system ? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔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 ? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔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..? - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔Issue certificates to gross polluters, perform repairs, perform initial

inspection, issue certificates to directed vehicles


What are directed vehicles? - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Bar directs a portion of the

enhanced area fleet to star certified stations for certification


Required tests for Tailpipe inspection? (2) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔ASM or two

speed idle




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