Smog Check Inspector Exam CA Questions and Correct Answers

Smog Check Inspector Exam CA Questions
and Correct Answers
Question 1
vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test ??
Correct Answer
Two speed idle



Question 2
For government vehicles do not enter "E" preceding the plate number instead enter ?
Correct Answer
The last 7 digits of the plate number



Question 3
A malfunction indicator light is designed to let the owner know when ?
Correct Answer
A vehicle has an emissions system concern




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,Question 4
Catalytic converters are generally located just after the muffler to ensure correct
temp. True or false
Correct Answer
False

Question 1
All vehicles 1976-1995 receive a LPFET, unless ___________.
Correct Answer
equipped with dual tanks, tanks over 50 gal, vehicles for which no adapter is
available, or have inaccessible canisters, unless the vapor line is accessible.



Question 2
What are the three parts of a "visible smoke test" on a gasoline vehicle?
Correct Answer
Idle Test, Crankcase Test, BAR Snap Test



Question 3
What gear should be used when performing an ASM emissions test?
Correct Answer
Automatic transmission in its normal driving gear, manual transmission in
second gear



Question 4
These items can cause a vehicle to be rejected from an inspection.
Correct Answer
Faulty brakes, low oil pressure, large coolant leak, tire failure, gasoline leaks,
engine noise, overheating




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,Question 5
These items are not a reason to reject vehicle from an inspection
Correct Answer
Tire pressure, missing emission label, traction control



Question 6
What is the term for ideal combustion efficiency?
Correct Answer
Stoichiometry



Question 7
If a vehicle fails an inspection for any reason, what should the technician do?
Correct Answer
Advise the vehicle owner to have the vehicle diagnosed to determine the
cause of the failure



Question 8
If the VIN on the registration and vehicle differ, what action should the
technician take?
Correct Answer
Use the VIN on the vehicle and continue with the inspection.



Question 9
If a test and repair station does not have the tools/equipment to repair a
vehicle, what must be done prior to accepting a vehicle for an inspection.
Correct Answer
Notify the customer both orally and in writing that they are unable to repair if
it fails.




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, Question 10
What must be noted on a VIR?
Correct Answer
Location of liquid fuel leak, reason for smoke test failure, E.O. numbers for
aftermarket parts, component which fails in "other" category, monitors not
run to completion, location of inaccessible canister for LPFET.



Question 11
A vehicle has been converted from diesel to gasoline. All equipment is installed
for the conversion. What action should the inspector take?
Correct Answer
Check for a BAR Referee Label, and continue with the test if equipped.



Question 12
What action should taken be when testing a vehicle with aftermarket parts?
Correct Answer
Verify the aftermarket parts are approved.



Question 13
What program area performs only TSI tests on a biennial basis?
Correct Answer
Basic



Question 14
What program area performs both TSI & ASM tests on a biennial basis?
Correct Answer
Enhanced




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