Smog Check Inspector Exam CA 2026
Questions and Answers
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?) - Correct answer-2500 rpm and
Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests? - Correct answer-
50/15 and 25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ? - Correct answer-Data acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air quality..
what are they ? - Correct answer-Enhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area? - Correct 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? - Correct 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
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,If VIN and plate entries are correct and communication failure continues what
should the tech do? How do you proceed? - Correct answer-Complete the
inspection as promoted by the EIS.
The CARB EO parts listing contain information about what ? - Correct answer-Part
manufacturer catalog, part listings, catalytic converters, the applicable vehicles for
which it can be ínstalled
What are Grey Market Vehicles? - Correct 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? - Correct answer-2500
RPM run for 30 seconds
vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test ?? -
Correct 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 ? - Correct 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 ? -
Correct answer-All of them (Crankcase emission controls, TAC, EVAP, EGR,
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, computers, sensors, switches, visible smoke, liquid fuel leaks, ignition spark
controls,
Star Station certification allows test and repair stations to..? - Correct answer-Issue
certificates to gross polluters, perform repairs, perform initial inspection, issue
certificates to directed vehicles
What are directed vehicles? - Correct answer-Bar directs a portion of the enhanced
area fleet to star certified stations for certification
Required tests for Tailpipe inspection? (2) - Correct answer-ASM or two speed idle
Bar referee label provides what information on the label for kit cars ? (2) - Correct
answer-Certification type and emission control requirements
If a vehicle is not at normal operating temperature the vehicles may either be ___
or ___. - Correct answer-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 answer-Gasoline and Diesel
What is the BAR snap test ? - Correct answer-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.
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Questions and Answers
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?) - Correct answer-2500 rpm and
Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests? - Correct answer-
50/15 and 25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ? - Correct answer-Data acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air quality..
what are they ? - Correct answer-Enhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area? - Correct 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? - Correct 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
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,If VIN and plate entries are correct and communication failure continues what
should the tech do? How do you proceed? - Correct answer-Complete the
inspection as promoted by the EIS.
The CARB EO parts listing contain information about what ? - Correct answer-Part
manufacturer catalog, part listings, catalytic converters, the applicable vehicles for
which it can be ínstalled
What are Grey Market Vehicles? - Correct 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? - Correct answer-2500
RPM run for 30 seconds
vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test ?? -
Correct 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 ? - Correct 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 ? -
Correct answer-All of them (Crankcase emission controls, TAC, EVAP, EGR,
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, computers, sensors, switches, visible smoke, liquid fuel leaks, ignition spark
controls,
Star Station certification allows test and repair stations to..? - Correct answer-Issue
certificates to gross polluters, perform repairs, perform initial inspection, issue
certificates to directed vehicles
What are directed vehicles? - Correct answer-Bar directs a portion of the enhanced
area fleet to star certified stations for certification
Required tests for Tailpipe inspection? (2) - Correct answer-ASM or two speed idle
Bar referee label provides what information on the label for kit cars ? (2) - Correct
answer-Certification type and emission control requirements
If a vehicle is not at normal operating temperature the vehicles may either be ___
or ___. - Correct answer-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 answer-Gasoline and Diesel
What is the BAR snap test ? - Correct answer-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.
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