Smog Check Inspector Exam CA questions
and answers 2026\2027 A+ Grade
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
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, 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
and answers 2026\2027 A+ Grade
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
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, 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
