Smog Check Inspector Exam CA|141
Questions and Correct Verified Answers
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?) - Correct answer2500 rpm and
Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests? - Correct
answer50/15 and 25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ? - Correct answerData acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air quality.. what
are they ? - Correct answerEnhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area? - Correct
answerEnhanced 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 answerUse 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 answerComplete the inspection as
promoted by the EIS.
The CARB EO parts listing contain information about what ? - Correct answerPart
manufacturer catalog, part listings, catalytic converters, the applicable vehicles for
which it can be ínstalled
What are Grey Market Vehicles? - Correct answerVehicles 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 answer2500 RPM
run for 30 seconds
vehicles 1976-1999 MY are subject to what kind of emissions tailpipe test ?? - Correct
answerTwo speed idle
On Bar 97 EIS selecting "G" or "government" will chase the EIS to ask for what to input
into the system ? - Correct answerBAR 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 answerAll 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 answerIssue
certificates to gross polluters, perform repairs, perform initial inspection, issue
certificates to directed vehicles
What are directed vehicles? - Correct answerBar directs a portion of the enhanced
area fleet to star certified stations for certification
Required tests for Tailpipe inspection? (2) - Correct answerASM or two speed idle
Bar referee label provides what information on the label for kit cars ? (2) - Correct
answerCertification type and emission control requirements
If a vehicle is not at normal operating temperature the vehicles may either be ___ or
___. - Correct answerIdled or driven normally as necessary to achieve normal
operating temperature
Which type of vehicles excluding hybrids (electric) must be tested for visible smoke? -
Correct answerGasoline and Diesel
What is the BAR snap test ? - Correct answerQuickly 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 ___? - Correct
answerCertification type ( California or Federal)
Does a missing or ilegible emission control label constitute in an inspection failure? -
Correct answerNo, 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 ? - Correct answerLiquid fuel leaks and key on
engine off (KOEO)
A SPCNS vehicle may be built from ? (3 things ) - Correct answerKit 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 ? - Correct answerOBD 1
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