Smog Check Inspector Exam CA 2026 Questions and Answers | Guaranteed Success

Smog Check Inspector Exam CA 2026 Questions and Answers | Guaranteed Success 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 ínstalledWhat 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 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 ? - 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 Bar referee label provides what information on the label for kit cars ? (2) - answer-Certification type and emission control requirements If a vehicle is not at normal operating temperature the vehicles may either be ___ or ___. - answer-Idled or driven normally as necessary to achieve normal operating temperatureWhich type of vehicles excluding hybrids (electric) must be tested for visible smoke? - answerGasoline and Diesel What is the BAR snap test ? - 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. What is an under hood emission control label? Indicates the vehicles ___? - answer-Certification type ( California or Federal) Does a missing or ilegible emission control label constitute in an inspection failure? - answer-No, you can proceed with the inspection provided that the required emission controls can be determined using other sources For gasoline powered vehicles with stop-start systems, the inspector shall visually inspect for ___? And in what position ? - answer-Liquid fuel leaks and key on engine off (KOEO) A SPCNS vehicle may be built from ? (3 things ) - answer-Kit cars, new or used parts, dismantled vehicles that are reconstructed but do not resemble the original make Vehicles 95' and older are tested on which machine ? - answer-OBD 1 Vehicles 96' and newer are tested on which machine ? - answer-OBD II Gasoline vehicles 76' to 99' are tested on which machine ? - answer-BAR 97 2000 and newer are tested on which machine ? - answer-OIS98 and newer diesel vehicles are tested on which machine ? - answer-OIS What does the crankcase test consist of? and for how long? - answer-Observe the engine crankcase for 10 seconds A certification of compliance is not required for which type of vehicles ? - answer-Government fleet vehicles Who qualifies for a waiver ? - answer-Military personnel Change of ownership area 76' to 99' MY vehicles are subject to what kind of emissions test ? Hint: tailpipe - answer-2 speed idle test No repairs or diagnoses can be performed at a TEST ONLY station except for minor repairs such as ..? - answer-The reconnection of hoses and vacuum lines When applicable a directed vehicles may also be certified where ? - answer-Bar referee facility If a vehicle fails smog, and get the needed repairs done, which station should they refer back to ? - answer-Any STAR certified station Directed vehicles can only receive a smog check certification from which stations ?? - answerStar test only and star test repair A certificate of compliance is required whenever a vehicle changes ownership except when the vehicle is being transferred between ? - answer-Family (parent,child,spouse,) companies, lessor and lesseeWhat are three main reasons to reject a vehicle from performing an initial initial inspection ? - answer-Excessive fluid leaks, engine overheating, unsafe drive axle tire or wheel (dyno test only) While performing a visual inspection an inspector observes there is no EGR amplifier even though one is shown on the under hood emission label. The EGR valve is connected to the ported vacuum. What EIS analyzer entry should be made? - answer-Missin