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A practice test exam for smog level 1 certification in california. It includes multiple-choice questions and answers covering various aspects of smog check procedures, regulations, and requirements. Designed to help individuals preparing for the official smog level 1 exam.
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What are the names of the three main inspection program areas in California? - Correct Answer-enhanced, basic and change of ownership How many smog technician(s) are required to perform testing/repair at a licensed smog check station during the hours the station is open? - Correct Answer-any amount who represents both license all hours of operation Can a registered Automotive Repair Dealer (ARD) contract with a customer to perform smog check repairs on vehicles that fail a smog check inspection without being a licensed smog check test and repair station? - Correct Answer-no What vehicle identification label must be affixed to a specially constructed vehicle (SPCN) for a test only or test and repair station to inspect the vehicle? - Correct Answer-referee label May a test and repair station sublet a smog check inspection to a test only station? - Correct Answer-no May a licensed smog technician working at a test only station perform minor adjustments to ignition timing? - Correct Answer-no, cant do timing adjustments List 3 reasons a smog check technician may reject a vehicle for inspection - Correct Answer-unsafe, unfit, not compatible (incompatible) A consumer's vehicle failed a smog inspection (high emissions) at a test only station. The consumer had the vehicle repaired at a non-licensed repair facility at a cost of $487. An "after repairs" smog inspection was performed, and the vehicle still failed for high emissions. Does the vehicle qualify for a $450 cost waiver? - Correct Answer-no because the repairs weren't done by a licensed station and technician A test and repair station doesn't have the appropriate tools/equipment to repair a particular vehicle they are about to inspect. What obligation, if any, does the station have toward the customer prior to performing the smog inspection? - Correct Answer- inform the customer on writing and verbally that if the vehicle fails, the station doesn't have the equipment to repair the vehicle Where should a customer be directed if they feel their smog inspection and/or repairs were performed incorrectly? - Correct Answer-BAR referee
During a visual inspection, a technician notices that a light duty truck has dual fuel tanks, one OEM and the other aftermarket tank. What action should be taken by the technician as a result of this finding? - Correct Answer-Find EO# on aftermarket tank. If none found then fail the vehicle. During a visual inspection, the technician notices that an OEM air cleaner is missing, and a non-approved aftermarket cleaner is installed. What action should be taken by the technician as a result of this finding? - Correct Answer-research APL and proceed accordingly During a visual inspection, OEM catalytic converter is noted as missing, and in its place is a small aftermarket catalytic converter. What action should be taken by the technician as a result of this finding? - Correct Answer-find EO# When inspecting a kit car (SPCN), a grey market vehicle, or a vehicle with an engine change, the technician should look for a BAR referee label. What is the primary purpose of the BAR referee label? - Correct Answer-takes place of under hood label and has vehicle information Some vehicles may experience difficulties conducting the OBD II functional test. BAR provides technical information about these vehicles. Where can this document be found and what is the name of this document? - Correct Answer-OBD II test ability reference guide, located on BAR's website. An independent repair dealer may replace a defective emissions control part that may be covered under warranty. True or False? - Correct Answer-True, but inform customer about their warranty's Where should a customer be directed when repairs for emissions failures were unsuccessful and the cost limit has been reached? What additional information/documentation does the customer need when being referred? - Correct Answer-BAR referee, initial failure, invoice of repairs, after repairs failed test and additional invoice for repairs The law prohibits owners of vehicles to repair their own vehicles emissions failures. True or False? - Correct Answer-false What type of certificate of compliance should be issued to military person not seeking California registration? - Correct Answer-need copy of VR report passing result, not the final certification If a vehicle is going to the referee for a cost waiver, what documents should the customer bring to the referee? - Correct Answer-initial failure, invoice of repairs, after repairs failed test and additional invoice for repairs
Are all required emission control systems identified on the underhood label? - Correct Answer-no, pcv and evap wont be listed`` When performing an inspection, what on the vehicle's registration needs to be matched with the vehicle? - Correct Answer-vin number and license plate During a smog inspection, inspectors must verify that all entries are complete and accurate. If an error is found after changes can no longer be made, what procedure should the inspector follow? - Correct Answer-abort the test By which means can the inspector verify that the vehicle has warmed up to operating temperature? - Correct Answer-gauge on dash, hear fans cycle, upper and lower radiator hoses are hot What action should be taken during an ignition functional timing test if the vehicle has a coil on plug (non-adjustable) ignition system? - Correct Answer-n/a, not adjustable During a functional test of the OBD II system, what does the analyzer assess when it interrogates the system? - Correct Answer-monitor status, trouble codes, VIN, and software What entry should be made during the functional gas cap test in the BAR 97 EIS if no adapter is available from the manufacturer? - Correct Answer-n/a Is it a failed functional timing test if the manufacturers timing specifications is 8 degrees BTDC at 750 rpm, and the actual timing is 4 degrees BTDC at 750 rpm? - Correct Answer-yes the timing test is failed Is it a failed functional timing test if the manufacturer timing specifications is 4-8 degrees BTDC at 750 rpm, and the actual timing is 11 degrees BTDC at 750 rpm? - Correct Answer-yes because timing is not within specifications window What action shall be taken if the vehicle cannot have the timing checked because of a defective condition (e.g slipped balancer)? - Correct Answer-fails test What is the most important procedure to follow when performing a functional test on an EGR system? - Correct Answer-follow manufacturers specifications and test procedures Should a repair station provide an invoice on a "no charge" or warranty repair? - Correct Answer-yes What should a technician do after inspecting a torn down vehicle? - Correct Answer-has to include disassembly and reassembly estimates
What happens if the vehicle fails the smog inspection? - Correct Answer-refer customer to qualified test and repair station. If you are test and repair station then offer estimate of repairs There is no law or regulation under the Automotive Repair Act that requires you to post hourly rates or have them on the estimate/invoice. What is the exception? - Correct Answer-brake lamp, smog test and repair What must be on the final smog check repair invoice? - Correct Answer-Complaint, cause, correction Is the inspector required to provide a copy of the Vehicle Inspection Report to the customer? - Correct Answer-yes and sign copy with date How long must a smog check station maintain records of station activity (i.e repair orders, VIRs, etc.) - Correct Answer-three years A customer has left his vehicle in front of your smog shop before business hours with a note bearing his/her name and phone number, and a request for a smog inspection. Do you need further authorization for repairs before performing the inspection? - Correct Answer-agree and discuss prices is necessary. need dmv registration form and create RO What action(s) may the Bureau take against a license if that license fraudulently issues a certificate? - Correct Answer-$500 fine, suspension or revocation of license A smog check technician is repairing a failing vehicle by replacing parts and using diagnostic strategies that have worked on similar emissions failures on other vehicles. This diagnostic approach is not based on diagnostic procedures from that specific manufacturer or known industry trade standards. Is this person following regulations? - Correct Answer-no, technician must use manufacturers testing procedures for specific vehicles What must a smog check test and repair station do prior to performing an emissions inspection of a customers vehicle if they do not have the appropriate scan tool to repair that specific vehicle? - Correct Answer-dont accept vehicle, inform customer orally and in writing You are a smog technician working in a test/repair station. The first inspection of the day is a Ferrari 599 Maranello. Your station doesnt have any service manuals for this rare vehicle, although you do find that the vehicle is listed in the ECS applications guide. What is the correct procedure regarding this inspection. - Correct Answer-advise the customer orally and in writing that your shop cannot perform repairs on the vehicle if it fails the inspection
During the visual inspection, the technician notices that the vehicle has a non-oem aftermarket carburetor installed. What is the correct procedure to inspect this vehicle? - Correct Answer-check to see if the carburetor is approved as a street-legal replacement part Which area in California does not perform ASM loaded-mode inspections? - Correct Answer-basic and change of ownership areas The underhood emissions label reads that the ignition timing is 8 degrees BTDC, and the ignition timing is adjustable. Under which of the following conditions will this vehicle fail the functional inspection? - Correct Answer-when the ignition timing is not +/- 3 degrees BTDC All of the following are considered to be part of "other emissions related" visual inspection data entries, except? - Correct Answer-intake air filters Which of these vehicles must receive a low pressure fuel evaporative test? - Correct Answer-model year 1995 and older Which of the following inspections is performed with the engine running? - Correct Answer-liquid fuel leaks While performing the functional LPFET the technician cannot complete the test because the vapor canister is located inside an enclosed fender well. Which of the following is the correct procedure? - Correct Answer-enter "N/A" into the EIS Which of the following is not considered to be "tampering"? - Correct Answer-defective When entering repair costs into the EIS inspection or repair only menu, which of these are correct? - Correct Answer-enter all of the repair information and round off the costs to the nearest dollar