PSI licensure:certification
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Department of Consumer Affairs
Bureau of Automotive Repair
Smog Check Inspector
&
Smog Check Repair Technician
Licensing Examinations
CANDIDATE INFORMATION BULLETIN
CONTENT OUTLINE
Section I: Introduction ........................................ 2
Purpose ..................................................... 2
Section II: Preparing for the Examination(s) ................. 2
Where to Begin ................................................ 2
How the Examinations are Developed ..................... 2
License Classifications ....................................... 2
Trade Experience ............................................. 2
Training ................................................... 2
Study Courses and Publications ............................ 3
Resources ................................................... 3
Reference Materials .......................................... 4
Description of Smog Check Inspector Training ........... 5
Inspector License Requirements ........................... 6
Technician License Requirements ......................... 7
Section III: Application Procedures ............................ 8
How to Apply ............................................... 8
Special Accommodations Available ........................ 8
Candidate Eligibility ........................................ 8
Application and Examination Fees ......................... 8
Section IV: Description of the Examinations ................. 9
Inspector Examination Plan ................................10
Repair Technician Examination Plan .....................18
Section V: The Examination Registration Process ..........23
Examination Fee .............................................23
Internet Registration and Scheduling .................... 23
Telephone Registration and Scheduling ................. 23
Fax Registration and Scheduling .......................... 23
Standard Mail Registration and Scheduling ............. 23
Canceling an Examination ................................. 24
Missed Appointment or Late Cancellation .............. 24
Emergency Examination Center Closing ................. 24
Examination Site Locations ................................ 24
Reporting to the Examination Site ....................... 25
Required Identification at the Examination Site ....... 25
Security Procedures ......................................... 26
Special Testing Considerations ............................ 27
Taking the Examination by Computer ................... 27
Identification Screen ...................................... 27
Tutorial ...................................................... 27
Examination Question Example ........................... 27
Tips for Preparing for your Examination ................. 27
Section VI: The Licensing Examination ...................... 28
Multiple-Choice Questions ................................. 28
Section VII: After the Examination is Over ................. 29
Examination Results ........................................ 29
Retaking an Examination ................................... 29
Section VIII: Obtaining a License ............................. 30
Initial Licensing Flowchart ................................. 31
Examination Registration Form ........................... 32
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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE
The California Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) developed this handbook to help you prepare for
the Smog Check Inspector Licensing Examination and the Smog Check Repair Technician Licensing Examination. The purpose of each
examination is to assess the basic qualifications of the applicant. We strongly recommend that you read every section of this handbook
carefully, well in advance of the examination(s).
The Smog Check Inspector Licensing Examination and the Smog Check Repair Technician Licensing Examination are used only to initially
obtain a license. Smog Check Inspectors and Smog Check Repair Technicians renewing a license must complete and submit a license
renewal application to BAR. Additional requirements for renewal of these licenses may be required.
Licensed Smog Check Inspectors may inspect and certify vehicles included in the Smog Check Program, no smog check related diagnoses
or repairs may be performed by Inspectors. Smog Check Repair Technicians may perform vehicle emission control system adjustments,
diagnoses and repairs to failed vehicles included in the Smog Check Program. Smog Check inspections and repairs may only be
completed by licensed Inspectors and Repair Technicians at appropriately licensed stations.
This handbook will not give you all the knowledge that you need. It is intended to help you determine what training and/or skills you
need to pass the Inspector and/or Repair Technician examination, and provide an idea of what the actual examinations are like.
The handbook gives recommendations for studying, information on the format of the examinations, a general description of the
examinations, and examples of the kinds of questions you will encounter with each examination.
SECTION II: PREPARING FOR THE EXAMINATION
WHERE TO BEGIN
In general, the Smog Check Inspector Licensing Examination
evaluates a candidate’s knowledge of Smog Check Program
inspection requirements. The Smog Check Repair Technician
Licensing Examination evaluates a candidate’s knowledge of
diagnoses and repairs. The questions in each examination are
based on an Examination Plan. Review the information
contained in this handbook carefully, including the
examination plans, and set an appropriate schedule of study
and review.
HOW THE EXAMINATIONS ARE
DEVELOPED
The examinations are developed by licensed Smog Check
Technicians who work within guidelines established by DCA for
the licensing of many regulated trades and professions. Every
attempt is made to assure that the questions fairly and
reasonably measure the competencies listed in the
Examination Plans in Section IV.
First, the questions are written in a structured setting by
technicians, and are edited and reviewed by several groups of
technicians. This assures that the questions are job-related and
written in terms used by practicing technicians. This process
provides for an impartial review of the questions to verify their
accuracy and technical quality.
A series of statistics are compiled on each question. These
statistics assist BAR in determining if a question is a fair
measure of knowledge.
Then, the passing score is determined by another group of
licensed technicians, who evaluate the difficulty of each
question, as it relates to entry practice. These evaluations are
analyzed, and the passing score is determined, with an
acceptable level of confidence that the examination separates
the qualified candidates from the non-qualified candidates.
Different forms of the examination may have different passing
scores.
LICENSE CLASSIFICATIONS
All applicants for a Smog Check Inspector or a Smog Check
Repair Technician license must use the most current license
application form. The form is available on the Smog Check Web
site (www.smogcheck.ca.gov) under the Industry tab.
Regulations establish two classifications of licenses: Inspector
and Repair Technician. Detailed qualification requirements are
provided on Pages 6 to 7 of this handbook.
Individuals employed to perform inspections must possess a
Smog Check Inspector License. Individuals employed to perform
Smog Check related repairs must possess a Smog Check Repair
Technician License. Inspectors employed in a licensed station
may perform inspections in all areas of the State. Repair
Technicians may perform diagnoses and repairs in a licensed
repair station or test and repair station in all areas of the
State.
TRADE EXPERIENCE
Significant portions of the examination(s) relate directly to
actual situations. Experience you acquire performing
inspections, emission control, and related diagnostic and repair
work increases the likelihood that you will answer these
questions correctly.
TRAINING
Smog Check Inspector and Repair Technicians shall have the
option to do hands-on work in lieu of written work in order to
successfully complete the department specified training and
retraining courses or may complete comparable military
training as documented by submission of Verification of Military
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Experience and Training (V-MET) records in lieu of meeting any
other training-related requirements.
STUDY COURSES AND PUBLICATIONS
Some persons may offer examination preparation courses or
publications. We have no information to indicate that
applicants who use these sources have a higher pass rate than
those who do not. Training courses, other than BAR specified
(or citation) courses, are not associated with BAR. No
publishers or training sponsors have legal access to BAR’s
examination materials. We make every effort to ensure that
the contents of our examinations remain confidential and that
the questions are changed frequently.
RESOURCES
A. INFORMATION ON PERFORMING INSPECTIONS
Review of BAR training materials is helpful. They include the
current edition of the Smog Check Inspection Procedures
Manual and Smog Check Reference Guide, the BAR “Write It
Right” booklet, as well as current Laws and Regulations
Relating to Licensed Smog Check Stations.
See the reference materials list on the following page.
B. INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR (TECHNICIAN
APPLICANTS)
A number of commercially available publications, as well as
training classes, offer detailed diagnostic and repair
information (including diagrams and illustrations). They may be
obtained from public and college libraries, bookstores, test
equipment manufacturers, parts manufacturers, private and
public schools, and vehicle manufacturers
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REFERENCE MATERIALS
Below is a list of materials that were used when the subject matter experts wrote examination questions. These materials may be of
use to you when preparing to take the examination(s). BAR does not endorse the publications used as a reference for the Repair
Technician examination other than to disclose that they were used in the examination development process.
Available from BAR
The BAR publications listed below were used as references
when writing questions for both the Smog Check Inspector
and Repair Technician licensing examinations. They are
available on the Bureau of Automotive Repair’s Smog Check
Web site (www.smogcheck.ca.gov
). For Inspector candidates,
BAR certified schools will also make these publications
available as part of the training materials for the required
Smog Check Training (Level 2). In addition to the procedural
and administrative information contained in these
publications, Inspector candidates must also have basic
working knowledge of vehicle engine and emission control
systems. To obtain this knowledge, Inspector candidates with
minimal or no experience must complete the BAR specified
Engine and Emission Control Training (Level 1). See page 5 for
Inspector training information.
Smog Check Inspection Procedures Manual,
Bureau of
Automotive Repair.
Smog Check Reference Guide
, Bureau of Automotive Repair.
Write It Right Booklet, Bureau of Automotive Repair.
Laws and Regulations Relating to Automotive Repair Dealers
and Smog Check Stations, Bureau of Automotive Repair.
Repair Technician Examination Reference
Materials Only
Available commercially
Listed below are materials used by licensed Smog Check
Technicians when writing questions for the licensing
examination. These books are available at some public
libraries, some community college libraries and bookstores, or
can be ordered by any bookstore. When available, a telephone
number for the publisher is included.
Also used as references when developing the examination are
standard emission control diagnostic and repair manuals, as
each licensed Smog Check Repair Only and Test and Repair
station is required to have.
Chek-Chart Scan Tool and Lab Scope Guide
.
Chek-Chart Publications
Steve V. Hatch, Computerized Engine Controls, 9th Edition
Lincoln College of Technology (LCT), Denver, CO
(303) 722-5724
ISBN-10: 1111134901 ISBN-13: 9781111134907
Duffy, James E. Auto Electricity, Electronics, Computers
.
South Holland, Illinois; Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 1989;
708.333.7200
ISBN# 0-87006-694-3
Duffy, James E., and Smith, Howard Bud Auto Fuel and
Emission Control Systems. South Holland, Illinois;
Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 1992; 708.333.7200
ISBN# 0-87006-932-2
Duffy, James E., Auto Electricity and Electronics Technology:
Principles, Diagnosis, Testing, and Service of All Major
Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Control Systems
South Holland, Illinois; Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 1992;
708.333.7200
ISBN# 1566374421 / 9781566374422 / 1-56637-442-1
Halderman, James Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis
.
Prentice-Hall, Inc., Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458
800.223.1360
ISBN# 0-13-576570-6
Halderman, James Diagnosis and Troubleshooting of
Automotive Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Systems
Prentice-Hall, Inc., Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458
800.223.1360
ISBN# 0130799793 / 9780130799791 / 0-13-079979-3
Layne, Ken Automobile Electronics and Basic Electrical
Systems, Volume 1: Text. New York; John Wiley & Sons. 1990
800.223.1360
ISBN# 0-471-61763-6
Layne, Ken Automobile Electronics and Basic Electrical
Svstems, Volume 2: Practice Manual. New York; John Wiley &
Sons. 1990; 800.223.1360
ISBN# 0-471-61762-8
Layne, Ken Automotive Engine Performance. Second Edition,
Tuneup, Testing, and Service. Volume 1
: Text. Englewood
Cliffs, New Jersey; Regents/Prentice Hall; 800.223.1360
ISBN# 0-413-059775-9
Layne, Ken Automotive Engine Performance. Second Edition,
Tuneup, Testing, and Service. Volume 2: Practice Manual.
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey; Regents/Prentice Hall,
800.223.1360
ISBN# 0-413-059775-9
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DESCRIPTION OF INSPECTOR TRAINING
Engine and Emission Control Training (Level 1) is only required for Inspector license candidates with minimal or no experience. See
the Inspector license qualification requirements on the following page for more information. The training is a minimum of 68 hours
in length and covers:
Personal, shop, equipment and vehicle safety practices
Engine theory, design and operation
Identification of engine systems, parts and components
Emission control system theory, design and operation
Identification of emission control systems, parts and components
On Board Diagnostics (OBD II) systems
Ignition timing inspection
Exhaust gas recirculation systems
Smog Check Training (Level 2) is required for all Inspector candidates. See the Inspector license qualification requirements on the
following page for more information. The training is a minimum of 28 hours and covers:
Personal, shop, equipment, and vehicles safety practices
Rules associated with customer authorization and the overall administration of the Smog Check Program
Operation and calibration of Smog Check emission inspection systems
Tailpipe emission inspections - loaded mode and two-speed-idle
Emission control system visual inspections
Emission control functional inspections
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INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
THIS LICENSE REQUIRES AN EXAMINATION
The Inspector license allows an individual to inspect and certify the emission control systems on vehicles subject to the Smog Check
Program at licensed Test Only or Test and Repair stations in all Smog Check program areas of California.
To qualify to take the examination, the applicant must meet one of the following three requirements:
1. Successfully complete the BAR specified Engine and Emission Control Training (Level1), AND successfully complete the BAR
Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
2. Certification:
Possess certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in all three
of the following areas: A-6
Electrical/Electronic Systems, A-8 Engine Performance, and L-1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist, AND have
successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
3. Education/Experience:
Possess an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree or higher in Automotive Technology, from a state
accredited or recognized college, public school, or trade school, AND have one year automotive repair experience
in the engine performance area, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within
the last two years; OR
Possess a certificate in automotive technology, from a state accredited or recognized college, public school, or
trade school with a minimum of 720 hours of course work that includes at least 280 hours of course work in the
engine performance areas, AND have one year of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area,
AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years; OR
Have a minimum of two years of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have
successfully completed the BAR specified Diagnostic and Repair Training (alternative training) within the last five
years, AND have successfully completed the BAR Smog Check Training (Level 2) within the last two years.
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REPAIR TECHNICIAN LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
THIS LICENSE REQUIRES AN EXAMINATION
The Repair Technician license allows an individual to diagnose, adjust and repair the emission control systems on vehicles
subject to the Smog Check Program at licensed Repair Only or Test and Repair stations in all Smog Check program areas of
California.
To qualify to take the examination, the applicant must meet either the Certification requirements OR the Education/Experience
requirements:
Certification
The applicant must possess certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in all three of the
following areas:
A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
A-8 Engine Performance
L-1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist
OR
Education/Experience
The applicant must meet one of the following requirements:
Possession of an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree or higher in Automotive Technology, from an
state accredited or recognized college, public school, or trade school, AND have one year automotive repair
experience in the engine performance area, OR
Possession of a certificate in automotive technology, from a state accredited or recognized college, public
school, or trade school with a minimum of 720 hours of course work that includes at least 280 hours of course
work in the engine performance areas, AND have one year of automotive repair experience in the engine
performance area; OR
Have a minimum of two years of automotive repair experience in the engine performance area, AND have
successfully completed the BAR specified Diagnostic and Repair Training (alternative training) within the last
five years.
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SECTION III: APPLICATION PROCEDURES
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be complete and accurate, and be submitted
with a $20 application fee to BAR’s Licensing Unit. Incomplete
applications will be rejected, delaying the review process.
Current policy allows two test attempts per examination
before applicants are required to submit another
application.
Applicants who falsify applications or supporting documents
may have their licenses denied, revoked or suspended.
The examination fee(s) will be collected separately by the
examination administration contractor, PSI licensure:
certification (PSI).
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
AVAILABLE
If you need special accommodations to take an examination,
mark the box on the application indicating that you may need
assistance during the written examination. BAR will mail you a
Request for Special Accommodations form, which must be
completed and returned. The appropriate licensed health care
provider (or licensed counselor) must write a letter answering
all the questions on the special accommodations form,
confirming the disability and justifying the need for special
accommodations using the criteria in the request form.
NOTE: English as a second language is NOT a disability, and
special accommodations are not granted.
CANDIDATE ELIGIBILITY
Once a candidate is determined to be eligible, BAR will notify
PSI. PSI will mail an eligibility notice indicating how the
candidate may register for and schedule an examination. An
examination appointment date is usually available to each
candidate within two weeks.
To be eligible to take an examination, the applicant must not
have any outstanding BAR citations. Pending enforcement
actions will not prohibit you from taking the examination, but
may prevent issuance of a license.
In addition, the law requires the Department to check a list of
individuals who have not paid their family support or tax
obligations. A license cannot be issued or renewed for an
individual who has been identified as not meeting their family
support or tax obligations. However, a temporary license may
be issued to permit resolution of the family support or tax
obligation.
APPLICATION AND EXAMINATION
FEES
A $20 application fee must accompany your initial licensing
application. Your approved application allows two attempts to
pass the examinations(s). However, if you fail the first
attempt, there must be at least 14 days between examination
attempts. If you fail the second attempt, you must submit
another application, and $20 application fee, to the BAR
Licensing Unit. See the flowchart on Page 32 for details.
A separate $45 examination fee must be paid to PSI for each
examination attempt. If you cancel or don’t show up without
following PSI’s guidelines, the examination fee(s) is forfeited.
See “Rescheduling” for further details.
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SECTION IV: DESCRIPTION OF THE EXAMINATIONS
Listed below are the content areas and the associated percentage of questions for the Inspector and the Repair Technician licensing
examinations.
Smog Check Inspector Examination
Sections Percentage of Questions
Discharging Obligations Consume
r
s 13%
Identifying the Vehicle to be Tested 12%
Inspecting the Vehicle to be Tested for Safet
y
11%
Calibrating, Maintaining, and Servicing the
Analyzer/Test System
10%
Preparing for and Safely Conducting Emissions
Tests
20%
Performing Functional Tests 11%
Performing Visual Inspections 23%
Total: 100%
The examination for the Smog Check Inspector License has a total number of 100 questions with 67 as the minimum passing score. A
candidate is allowed 2 1/2 hours to take the examination.
Smog Check Repair Technician Examination
Sections Percentage of Questions
Discharging Obligations Consumers 21%
Diagnosing Test Failures 47%
Performing Repairs 32%
Total: 100%
The examination for the Smog Check Repair Technician License has a total number of 100 questions with 69 as the minimum passing
score. A candidate is allowed 2 1/2 hours to take the examination.
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INSPECTOR EXAMINATION PLAN
The following is the examination plan for the Inspector examination, This information was used by subject matter experts to write
examination questions.
I. Discharging Obligations to Consume
r
s (13%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to consult with the consumer about the requirements of a smog check
program and the requirements of consumer authorization to perform smog check inspections according to state
law and regulations
TASKS
Evaluate vehicle information to determine if
vehicle requires a smog check prior to
performing smog check inspection.
Inform the consumer about the smog check
results by explaining the vehicle inspection
report (VIR).
Obtain consumer authorization prior to
performing smog check inspection to verify that
the consumer agrees to the service(s) to be
performed.
Prepare work order for consumer to document
smog check inspection to be performed.
Consult with consumer to determine type of
smog check inspection to be performed on
vehicle.
Inform consumer about the purpose(s) for
performing a smog check inspection to educate
consumer about smog check program.
Consult with customer regarding Low Pressure
Fuel Evaporation Test (LPFET) test.
Provide consumer with list of stations authorized
to diagnose and repair vehicles, as applicable.
Inform consumer of the option and scope of a
pretest smog check inspection to determine if
consumer wants an inspection performed.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of reasons for obtaining consumer
authorization before performing smog check
inspection.
Knowledge of laws and regulations requiring
consumer authorization for smog check
inspection.
Knowledge of how to obtain information from
consumers regarding type of smog check
inspection needed.
Knowledge of how to determine if a vehicle
requires smog check inspection.
Knowledge of laws and regulations requiring
vehicles to receive smog check inspection.
Knowledge of procedure(s) performed during
smog check inspection.
Knowledge of information to provide on work
orders for smog check inspection.
Knowledge of how to prepare work orders for
smog check inspection.
Knowledge of reasons for performing smog check
inspection on vehicles.
Knowledge of reasons for referring consumers to
referee stations (e.g., engine change, SPCNS).
Knowledge of type of information provided in
vehicle inspection report (VIR)
Knowledge of reasons for providing consumer
with vehicle inspection report (VIR)
Knowledge of laws and regulations for providing
contact information for stations that diagnose
and repair vehicles.
Knowledge of how to inform consumers about
the purpose of performing smog check inspection
(e.g., emission control, air pollution).
Knowledge of how to inform consumer about the
option and scope of a pretest smog check
inspection.
Knowledge of procedures used to determine if a
consumer wants pretest smog check inspection.
Knowledge of how to inform consumers of
contact information for stations that diagnose
and repair vehicles.
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II. Vehicle Identification (12%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to identify the vehicle to be tested.
TASKS
Evaluate vehicle emission label or the
application manual to determine vehicle
emission control requirements.
Verify consumer's DMV renewal notice and
vehicle information (e.g., VIN label, license
number) to determine accuracy of information
prior to performing smog check inspection.
Evaluate vehicle emission label to determine
type of vehicle certification (e.g., California,
Federal, BAR label).
Evaluate documentation to determine if vehicle
is required to be tested at a specific type of
station
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of how to identify a vehicle that is
missing an emissions label and/or has an
incorrect emissions label.
Knowledge of information used to determine
when vehicle does not conform to emissions
certifications (i.e., Gray Market).
Knowledge of how to verify vehicle information
prior to performing smog check inspection.
Knowledge of laws and regulations requiring
vehicles to receive smog check inspection at a
specific type of station.
Knowledge of how to determine type of vehicle
certification (e.g., California, Federal, BAR
Referee label).
Knowledge of how to verify accuracy of
consumer's DMV renewal notice
III. Safety Precautions (11%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to identify and determine whether the vehicle presented for testing has
any conditions that would render emissions testing problematic and/or unsafe.
TASKS
Perform visual safety inspection on vehicle by
checking condition of vehicle components
(e.g., fluid leaks) prior to performing smog
check inspection.
Evaluate vehicle throughout smog check
inspection process to determine if smog check
inspection should be aborted to maintain
safety.
Maintain technician safety while servicing
vehicle by following recommended procedures
of vehicle and equipment manufacturers.
Maintain safety of testing area by keeping
consumers or unauthorized staff a safe
distance from the test equipment while
performing smog check inspections.
Maintain safety of testing area by keeping area
clean.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of how to identify unsafe vehicle
conditions.
Knowledge of how to operate equipment
during smog check inspection.
Knowledge of how to ensure inspector safety
while operating equipment during smog check
inspection.
Knowledge of laws and regulations about
stations performing repairs on vehicles to
ensure safe test conditions.
Knowledge of information to provide
consumers about unsafe vehicle condition(s).
Knowledge of procedures used during smog
check inspection if vehicle safety standards
are not acceptable.
Knowledge of how to inspect the condition of
a vehicle.
Knowledge of reasons for verifying vehicle
safety prior to performing smog check
inspection.
Knowledge of how to determine when smog
check inspections need to be aborted.
Knowledge of equipment used during smog
check inspection that could harm consumer,
staff, and technician.
Knowledge of how to maintain consumer and
staff safety while conducting smog check
inspection.
Knowledge of references used to inform
technician of equipment operation.
Knowledge of the requirements for
maintaining a clean smog check test area.
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IV. Calibration of Test Analyze
r
s and Devices (10%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to interpret and respond to test prompts, maintain or troubleshoot test
analyzer system malfunctions and perform required test analyzer service procedures (including dynamometer).
TASKS
Perform calibration of emissions testing
systems to ensure accurate functioning of
systems during smog check inspection.
Perform visual inspection of analyzer
components (i.e., RPM pickup) to ensure
accurate functioning during smog check
inspection.
Inspect test analyzer devices to ensure
accurate functioning of devices during smog
check inspection or replace if needed.
Perform troubleshooting procedures on test
analyzer sample system to restore function of
system.
Perform troubleshooting procedures on LPFET
analyzer to restore function to system.
Perform troubleshooting procedures on fuel
cap test devices to restore function of system.
Inspect dynamometer to ensure safe operation
prior to performing calibration.
Perform troubleshooting procedures on
dynamometer to restore function of system.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of procedures used to calibrate
LPFET analyzer.
Knowledge of LPFET inspection data uploads.
Knowledge of analyzer components(s) (i.e.,
RPM pickup, exhaust probe) used during smog
check inspection.
Knowledge of how to inspect analyzer
maintenance components for possible
replacement system.
Knowledge of how to verify function of
analyzer component(s) (i.e., RPM, probe
pickup).
Knowledge of how to verify function of fuel
cap test device(s).
Knowledge of how to calibrate fuel cap test
device(s).
Knowledge of how to troubleshoot test
analyzer system.
Knowledge of how to troubleshoot on-line
phone connection.
Knowledge of references used by technician
to troubleshoot test analyzer systems and
components.
Knowledge of how to replace analyzer
maintenance components.
Knowledge of how to troubleshoot fuel cap
integrity test device(s).
Knowledge of references used by technician
to troubleshoot fuel cap test devices.
Knowledge of how to verify operation of
dynamometer.
Knowledge of how to troubleshoot
dynamometer.
Knowledge of references used by technician
to troubleshoot dynamometer.
Knowledge of components of a dynamometer.
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V. Emissions Test(s) Procedures (20%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to use correct procedures to safely test the tailpipe emissions of vehicle
subject to Smog Check (includes dynamometer).
TASKS
Remove analyzer devices from vehicle
following emissions test as prompted by
analyzer.
Prepare vehicle for emissions test by warming
engine to operating temperature prior to
performing emissions test.
Prepare for emissions test by attaching RPM
pickup to vehicle as prompted by analyzer.
Validate technician authorization to perform
emissions test by entering access code into
analyzer.
Prepare vehicle for emissions test by selecting
vehicle gear as prompted by the analyzer.
Prepare for emissions test(s) by entering
vehicle information (e.g., weight, emission
controls) as prompted by analyzer.
Perform two speed idle (TSI) test as prompted
by analyzer to evaluate vehicle emissions.
Prepare vehicle for LPFET test.
Prepare for emissions test by inserting probe(s)
into vehicle exhaust system as prompted by
analyzer.
Perform LPFET test as required by vehicle
type.
Secure vehicle during emissions test (e.g., two
speed idle) by setting the emergency brake.
Perform pretest smog check inspection on
vehicle if authorized by consumer.
Prepare vehicle for emissions test by securing
vehicle onto dynamometer (e.g., blocks,
straps).
Perform acceleration simulation mode (ASM)
test as prompted by analyzer to evaluate
vehicle emissions.
Evaluate vehicle (e.g., front wheel drive, rear
wheel drive) to determine placement of
vehicle on dynamometer prior to performing
emissions test.
Weigh vehicle prior to performing emissions
test to set load of dynamometer.
Prepare vehicle for emissions test by operating
cooling fan to prevent overheating of vehicle
during ASM emissions test as prompted by
analyzer.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of procedures used to perform
LPFET test.
Knowledge of how to prepare vehicle for
performing an emissions test.
Knowledge of vehicle information used to
prepare for an emissions test.
Knowledge of procedures used following the
completion of emission(s) test.
Knowledge of how to secure vehicle while
performing a two-speed idle test.
Knowledge of how to enter vehicle
information.
Knowledge of how to perform two-speed idle
(TSI) test.
Knowledge of reasons for selecting vehicle
gear as prompted by test analyzer.
Knowledge of reasons for warming vehicle
engine prior to performing an emissions test.
Knowledge of how to verify weight
classification of vehicle.
Knowledge of device(s) used to detect engine
rpm.
Knowledge of how to perform pretest smog
check inspection.
Knowledge of how to validate technician
access into the test analyzer to perform smog
check inspection.
Knowledge of reasons for verifying weight
classification of vehicle.
Knowledge of reasons for performing pretest
smog check inspection.
Knowledge of device(s) used to sample vehicle
exhaust system.
Knowledge of how to perform acceleration
simulation mode (ASM) test.
Knowledge of how to determine placement of
vehicle on dynamometer.
Knowledge of equipment and procedures used
to secure vehicle onto dynamometer.
Knowledge of reasons for securing vehicle
onto dynamometer.
Knowledge of how to keep vehicle speed
stabilized during acceleration simulation
mode (ASM) test.
Knowledge of how to prevent vehicle from
overheating during an acceleration simulation
mode (ASM) test.
Knowledge of reasons for assessing vehicle
prior to placing on dynamometer.
Knowledge of how to weigh vehicle on
dynamometer.
Knowledge of reasons for weighing vehicle on
dynamometer.
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VI. Visual Inspection (23%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform a comprehensive visual inspection by identifying the condition
of required emission-related components.
TASKS
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to detect
the presence of liquid fuel leaks.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
fuel induction system on vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of fuel evaporative (EVAP) system
on vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of other emission related
components on vehicle.
Verify vehicle emissions components to
determine whether components are original to
the vehicle or permitted substitutes for the
vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of positive crankcase ventilation
(PCV) system on gasoline and diesel vehicles.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
the installation of sensors, switches, and
computers on vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system on vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
ignition spark control system(s) on vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of proper exhaust gas treatment
systems, (e.g. catalytic converters, etc.) on
vehicle.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of air injection (AIS) system on
vehicle.
Perform visual smoke test.
Perform comprehensive visual inspection of
vehicle as prompted by the analyzer to verify
installation of thermostatic air cleaner (TAC)
system on vehicle.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of references used to identify
CARB approved aftermarket emission parts.
Knowledge of references used to identify
required emission controlled components of a
vehicle.
Knowledge of how to identify liquid fuel
leaks.
Knowledge of how to inspect vehicle emission
components.
Knowledge of how to evaluate fuel induction
system.
Knowledge of reasons for identifying liquid
fuel leaks.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
fuel injection system.
Knowledge of fuel induction system
components.
Knowledge of procedures used to perform
visible smoke test.
Knowledge of requirements for vehicles that
consist of additional components (e.g.,
auxiliary fuel tank) other than the specified
equipment of the vehicle.
Knowledge of references used to identify
other vehicle emissions related components
that are permitted in vehicle.
Knowledge of sensors, switches, and
computers in vehicle.
Knowledge of how to check condition of
carburetor in fuel induction system.
Knowledge of ignition spark control system(s).
Knowledge of how to identify installation of
other vehicle emission related components.
Knowledge of air injection (AIS) system
components.
Knowledge of positive crankcase ventilation
(PCV) system components.
Knowledge of references used to identify
sensors, switches, and computers of vehicle.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the fuel induction system.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the ignition spark control
system(s).
Knowledge of how to evaluate ignition spark
control system(s).
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
TCS switches in ignition spark control
system(s).
Knowledge of how to the check condition of
sensors in ignition spark control system(s).
Knowledge of how to evaluate air injection
(AIS) system.
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VI. Visual Inspection Continued (23%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform a comprehensive visual inspection by identifying the condition
of required emission-related components.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
thermal vacuum switches in exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to inspect the catalytic
converter system.
Knowledge of fuel evaporative (EVAP) system
components.
Knowledge of how to check condition of hoses
in fuel induction system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of
sensors.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of
computer-operated solenoids in exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to evaluate exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to evaluate fuel
evaporative (EVAP) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
wiring.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of
vacuum regulating valves in exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
wiring in fuel induction system.
Knowledge of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system components.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
spark delay valves in ignition spark control
system(s).
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
speed switches in exhaust gas recirculation
(EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
electrical components in air injection (AIS)
system.
Knowledge of how to evaluate positive
crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of
pressure transducers in exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
vapor storage canister in fuel evaporative
(EVAP) system.
Knowledge of how to evaluate sensors,
switches, and computers.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
air pump in air injection (AIS) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
valve(s) in positive crankcase ventilation
(PCV) system.
Knowledge of how to evaluate thermostatic
air cleaner (TAC) system.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the exhaust gas recirculation
(EGR) system.
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VI. Visual Inspection Continued (23%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform a comprehensive visual inspection by identifying the condition
of required emission-related components.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
thermal vacuum switches in thermostatic air
cleaner (TAC) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
valve(s) in air injection (AIS) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
vacuum signal lines in air injection (AIS)
system.
Knowledge of how to inspect the fuel tank cap
in fuel evaporative (EVAP) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
solenoids in fuel evaporative (EVAP) system.
Knowledge of external damage to catalytic
converter system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
thermal vacuum switches in ignition spark
control system(s).
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
thermal vacuum switches in fuel evaporative
(EVAP) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
hoses in fuel evaporative (EVAP) system.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the fuel evaporative (EVAP)
system.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the air injection (AIS) system.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the thermostatic air cleaner
(TAC) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
heat delivery pipes in thermostatic air cleaner
(TAC) system.
Knowledge of thermostatic air cleaner (TAC)
system components.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
vacuum hoses in thermostatic air cleaner
(TAC) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
air cleaner components in thermostatic air
cleaner (TAC) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
heat stoves in thermostatic air cleaner (TAC)
system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
vacuum hoses in exhaust gas recirculation
(EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to check the condition of
required hoses in positive crankcase
ventilation (PCV) system.
Knowledge of how to inspect the routing of
distribution hoses in air injection (AIS) system.
Knowledge of references used to identify
components of the positive crankcase
ventilation (PCV) system.
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VII. Functional Test(s) (11%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to use correct procedures for testing the functional operation of
emissions-related components.
TASKS
Evaluate function of the exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system as prompted by the
analyzer by following manufacturer
procedures.
Evaluate ignition timing of the vehicle as
prompted by the analyzer by following
manufacturer procedures.
Evaluate vehicle's malfunction indicator light
(MIL) by performing functional test.
Perform and evaluate LPFET test on vehicle.
Perform fuel cap functional test.
Perform OBDII test as prompted by the
analyzer to determine vehicle readiness
indicator and code status.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of how to verify function of exhaust
gas recirculation (EGR) system.
174. Knowledge of how to perform LPFET test.
Knowledge of vehicle ignition timing parameters
indicating smog check inspection failure.
Knowledge of vehicles that require LPFET test.
Knowledge of the purpose for performing LPFET
test.
Knowledge of how to verify vehicle ignition
timing.
Knowledge of vehicles that require exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) functional test.
Knowledge of vehicles exempt from ignition
timing functional test.
Knowledge of how to perform fuel cap
functional test.
Knowledge of procedures for performing OBD II
functional test.
Knowledge of reasons for performing ignition
timing functional test.
Knowledge of how to verify function of
malfunction indicator light (MIL).
Knowledge of reasons for performing OBD II
functional test.
Knowledge of reasons for performing exhaust
gas recirculation (EGR) functional test.
Knowledge of reasons for performing fuel cap
functional test.
Knowledge of vehicles that require fuel cap
functional test.
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REPAIR TECHNICIAN EXAMINATION PLAN
The following is the examination plan for the Repair Technician examination. This information was used by subject matter experts
to write examination questions.
I. Discharging Obligations Consumers (21%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to consult with the consumer about reasons for performing diagnostic
testing and the authorization to perform smog system repairs.
TASKS
Provide consumer with a vehicle repair cost
estimate documenting recommended vehicle
repairs following diagnostic testing procedures.
Obtain consumer authorization to conduct
diagnostic testing of vehicle when vehicle fails
smog check inspection.
Consult with consumer regarding diagnostic
testing if vehicle fails smog check inspection.
Obtain consumer authorization to perform
repairs on vehicle as determined by diagnostic
testing.
Consult with consumer to determine if vehicle
repairs may be covered under warranty prior to
performing repairs.
Consult with consumer regarding a retest
following repairs made to vehicle.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding
performing repairs on vehicles.
Knowledge of laws and regulations requiring
consumer authorization before performing
repairs on vehicles.
Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding
providing consumers with vehicle repair cost
estimates.
Knowledge of laws and regulations about
performing diagnostic testing on vehicles.
Knowledge of laws and regulations requiring
consumer authorization for performing
diagnostic testing on vehicles.
Knowledge of reasons for performing
diagnostic testing on vehicles.
Knowledge of reasons for conducting retest
following repairs.
Knowledge of reasons for performing repairs
on vehicles.
Knowledge of information provided in vehicle
repair cost estimates.
Knowledge of how to develop repair cost
estimates for a vehicle.
Knowledge of how to determine if vehicle
repairs are covered under warranty.
Knowledge of how to recommend vehicle
repairs to consumers.
Knowledge of how to obtain information from
consumer regarding warranty of vehicle.
Knowledge of information to provide
consumers about components of a vehicle that
may need repair in the future.
Knowledge of information to provide
consumers about retesting a vehicle following
repairs.
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II. Diagnosis (47%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform diagnostic testing procedures to determine the cause of a
vehicle’s smog check inspection failure.
TASKS
Evaluate emissions results (e.g., excessive HC,
excessive CO) to identify vehicle system(s) that
need diagnostic testing.
Evaluate vehicle to determine if failure was due
to physical condition or tampering with.
Perform diagnostic testing on vehicle system(s)
that indicate failure during smog check
inspection to identify areas of repair.
Evaluate diagnostic readings to determine if a
system failure in a vehicle may be causing other
systems to fail.
Evaluate vehicle inspection report (VIR) to
identify areas that indicate vehicle failure.
Inspect the vehicle to verify the failure identified
on vehicle inspection report (VIR) prior to
performing diagnostic testing.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of how to interpret diagnostic
readings.
Knowledge of how to perform onboard
diagnostic testing.
Knowledge of how to interpret vehicle
inspection report (VIR) results.
Knowledge of interpreting diagnostic testing
results indicating vehicle system failures
impacting other systems.
Knowledge of how to diagnose catalytic
converter systems.
Knowledge of equipment used to perform
diagnostic testing procedures.
Knowledge of how to verify the condition of
engine mechanical systems.
Knowledge of relationships between vehicle
systems.
Knowledge of components of vehicle systems
that may have been tampered with.
Knowledge of components of vehicle systems
that may have been damaged.
Knowledge of mechanical components that need
repair or replacement.
Knowledge of hydrocarbon (HC) emission levels.
Knowledge of carbon monoxide (CO) emission
levels.
Knowledge of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emission
levels.
Knowledge of how to diagnose fuel induction
system.
Knowledge of how to diagnose exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of references used when performing
diagnostic testing on a vehicle.
Knowledge of how to diagnose sensors,
switches, and computers.
Knowledge of oxygen (O2) emission levels.
Knowledge of carbon dioxide (CO2) emission
levels.
Knowledge of how to diagnose evaporative
(EVAP) system.
Knowledge of information indicated on vehicle
inspection report (VIR).
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
catalytic converter system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
fuel induction system.
Knowledge of emissions that are considered
hazardous.
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II. Diagnosis Continued… (47%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform diagnostic testing procedures to determine the cause of a
vehicle’s smog check inspection failure.
Knowledge of how to diagnose ignition spark
control system(s).
Knowledge of references used to verify vehicle
systems condition.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system.
Knowledge of how to diagnose other related
emissions components.
Knowledge of references used when evaluating
vehicle inspection report (VIR).
Knowledge of how to diagnose positive
crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
sensors, switches, and computers.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
evaporative (EVAP) system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of other
related emissions components.
Knowledge of how to diagnose air injection (AIS)
system.
Knowledge of how to diagnose thermostatic air
cleaner (TAC) system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
ignition spark control system(s).
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
air injection (AIS) system.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
thermostatic air cleaner (TAC) system.
Knowledge of how to interpret vehicle
inspection report (VIR) regarding onboard
diagnostic (OBD) systems.
Knowledge of how to verify condition of vehicle
positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.
Knowledge of how to inspect the vehicle to
verify the failure identified on the VIR prior to
performing diagnostic testing.
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III. Per
f
orming and Verifying Repairs (32%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform repairs on emissions-related components and verify the
effectiveness of the repairs.
TASKS
Evaluate diagnostic testing results to determine
if components of vehicle system(s) need to be
cleaned, repaired, or replaced.
Replace components of vehicle system(s) as
indicated by vehicle diagnosis.
Repair components of vehicle system(s) as
indicated by vehicle diagnosis.
Clean out components of vehicle system(s) as
indicated by vehicle diagnosis.
Perform after repair tests to determine if repair
of vehicle is successful.
ASSOCIATED KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of catalytic converter system
components that need replacement.
Knowledge of how to verify vehicle systems
repairs.
Knowledge of sensor, switch, and computer
components that need replacement.
Knowledge of vehicle system components that
need repair.
Knowledge of evaporative (EVAP) system
components that need repair.
Knowledge of components of exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) system that need repair.
Knowledge of sensor, switch, and computer
components that need repair.
Knowledge of ignition spark control system
components that need replacement.
Knowledge of ignition spark control system
components that need repair.
Knowledge of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
system components that need replacement.
Knowledge of how to determine type of vehicle
repair to be performed.
Knowledge of how to repair vehicle system(s).
Knowledge of air injection (AIS) system
components that need repair.
Knowledge of catalytic converter system
components that need repair.
Knowledge of how to determine if components
of vehicle need to be cleaned, repaired, or
replaced.
Knowledge of other related vehicle components
that need repair.
Knowledge of vehicle system components that
need replacement.
Knowledge of fuel induction system components
that need repair.
Knowledge of fuel induction system components
that need replacement.
Knowledge of thermostatic air cleaner (TAC)
system components that need repair.
Knowledge of air injection (AIS) system
component needs replacement.
Knowledge of references used to assist
technician in performing repairs to a vehicle.
Knowledge of evaporative (EVAP) system
components that need replacement.
Knowledge of how to differentiate between
minor and major vehicle repairs.
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III. Performing and Verifying Repairs continued.
(32%)
This area assesses the candidate’s ability to perform repairs on emissions-related components and verify the
effectiveness of the repairs.
Knowledge of positive crankcase ventilation
(PCV) system components that need repair.
Knowledge of procedures and equipment used to
clean out components of vehicle system(s).
Knowledge of other related vehicle components
that need replacement.
Knowledge of positive crankcase ventilation
(PCV) system components that need
replacement.
Knowledge of how to replace components of
vehicle systems.
Knowledge of equipment used to repair vehicle
system(s).
Knowledge of thermostatic air cleaner (TAC)
system components that need replacement.
Knowledge of equipment used to replace vehicle
system(s).
Knowledge of how to perform tests to determine
repairs are successful.
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SECTION V: THE EXAMINATION REGISTRATION PROCESS
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION
PAYMENT AND SCHEDULING
PROCEDURES
Once you have been approved by BAR, you are responsible for
contacting PSI to register, pay, and schedule an appointment
to take the examination. You may do so via the Internet at
www.psiexams.com, or schedule over the telephone at (877)
392-6422.
Current policy allows two test attempts per examination
before candidates are required to submit another
application to the BAR Licensing Unit. You must wait 14
days between the two test attempts.
In most California testing centers, testing does not take place
on the following major holidays:
Labor Da
y
Closed September 1-3, 2012
Thanksgiving Closed November 22-25, 2012
Christmas Closed December 25, 2012
New Years Closed January 1, 2013
INTERNET SCHEDULING
You may schedule for your test by completing the online Test
Registration Form. The Test Registration Form is available at
PSI’s website, www.psiexams.com. You may schedule for a
test via the Internet 24 hours a day.
1. Complete the registration form online and submit your
information to PSI via the Internet.
2. Upon completion of the online registration form, you will
be given the available dates for scheduling your test.
3. You will need to choose a date to complete your
registration.
4. Upon successful registration, you will receive a traceable
confirmation number.
TELEPHONE REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULING
The second fastest method of scheduling is via the telephone
with PSI’s Interactive Voice Response system (IVR) during non-
business hours, or through live registrars during business hours.
For telephone registration, you will need a valid VISA or
MasterCard.
1. Complete the Examination Registration Form, including
your credit card number and expiration date, so that you
will be prepared with all of the information needed to
register by telephone.
Call (877) 392-6422, 24 hours a day and register using the
Automated Registration System. Otherwise, PSI registrars are
available Monday through Friday, between 4:30 am and 7:00
pm and Saturday, between 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, Pacific Time,
to receive the information listed on your Examination
Registration Form and schedule your appointment for the
examination.
FAX REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULING
For Fax registration, you will need a valid VISA or MasterCard.
Complete the Examination Registration Form, including your
credit card number and expiration date.
1. Fax the completed form to PSI (702) 932-2666. Fax
registrations are accepted 24 hours a day.
2. If your information is incomplete or incorrect, it will be
returned for correction.
Please allow 4 business days to process your Registration. After
4 business days, you may schedule your examination using a
touch-tone phone, by calling PSI 24 hours a day at (877) 392-
6422. between 4:30 am and 7:00 pm and Saturday, between
8:00 am and 2:00 pm, Pacific Time. You may also schedule
online by accessing PSI’s registration website at
www.psiexams.com
.
STANDARD MAIL REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULING
For those desiring to make payment for their examination using
cashier’s checks or money orders, or for those that simply do
not wish to provide credit card information over the phone or
Internet, you must use the Standard Mail Registration. In order
to register, please follow the steps below.
1. Complete the PSI Examination Registration Form (found at
the end of the bulletin), and appropriate examination fee
to PSI. Payment of fees can be made by money order or
cashier’s check. Money orders or cashier’s checks should
be made payable to PSI. Print your ID number on your
cashier’s check or money order to ensure that your fees
are properly assigned. CASH, COMPANY CHECKS,
PERSONAL CHECKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Mail the completed Registration Form to:
PSI licensure:certification
ATTN: Examination Registration CA BAR
3210 E Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(877) 392-6422 Fax (702) 932-2666
Please allow 2 weeks to process your Registration. After 2
weeks you may schedule your examination using a touch-tone
phone, by calling PSI 24 hours a day at (877) 392-6422. To
schedule with a PSI registrar, call Monday through Friday,
between 4:30 am and 7:00 pm and Saturday, between 8:00 am
EXAMINATION FEE
Examination Fee $45
NOTE: EXAMINATION FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE OR
TRANSFERABLE. The fee is for each registration,
whether you are taking the examination for the first
time or repeating.
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and 2:00 pm, Pacific Time. You may also schedule online by
accessing PSI’s registration website at www.psiexams.com.
CANCELING AN EXAMINATION APPOINTMENT
You may cancel and reschedule an examination appointment
without forfeiting your fee if your cancellation notice is
received 2 days prior to the scheduled examination date.
For example, for a Monday appointment, the cancellation
notice would need to be received on the previous Saturday.
You may call PSI at (877) 392-6422. Please note that you may
also use the automated system, using a touch-tone phone, 24
hours a day in order to cancel and reschedule your
appointment.
Note: A voice mail message is not an acceptable form of
cancellation. Please use the internet, automated telephone
system, or call PSI and speak to a Customer Service
Representative.
MISSED APPOINTMENT OR LATE CANCELLATION
If you miss your appointment, you will not be able to take the
examination as scheduled, further you will forfeit your
examination fee, if:
You do not cancel your appointment 2 days before the
scheduled examination date;
You do not appear for your examination appointment;
You arrive after examination start time;
You do not present proper identification when you arrive
for the examination.
EXAMINATION SITE CLOSING FOR AN EMERGENCY
In the event that severe weather or another emergency forces
the closure of an examination site on a scheduled examination
date, your examination will be rescheduled. PSI personnel will
attempt to contact you in this situation. However, you may
check the status of your examination schedule by calling (877)
392-6422. Every effort will be made to reschedule your
examination at a convenient time as soon as possible. You will
not be penalized. You will be rescheduled at no additional
charge.
EXAMINATION SITE LOCATIONS
The California examinations are administered at the PSI
examination centers in California as listed below:
ANAHEIM
Park Gate Center
2301 W. LINCOLN AVE, SUITE 252
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
(714) 254-1453
DIRECTIONS FROM LA: TAKE 5 SOUTH EXIT BROOKHURST AND TURN
RIGHT. TURN RIGHT ON LINCOLN (PASS A SMALL STREET NAMED
MONTEREY), AND GO TO THE FIRST OPEN DRIVEWAY ON THE RIGHT.
(ORANGE COUNTY) DIRECTIONS FROM SAN DIEGO, IRVINE, MISSION
VIEJO, ETC: TAKE 5N EXIT BROOKHURST AND TURN LEFT. TURN
RIGHT ONTO LINCOLN (PASS A SMALL STREET NAMED MONTEREY) AND
GO TO THE FIRST OPEN DRIVEWAY ON THE RIGHT.
IF BROOKHURST EXIT IS CLOSED: TAKE 5 N EXIT EUCLID AND TURN
LEFT. TURN RIGHT ON LINCOLN (PASS BROOKHURST AND SMALL
STREET NAMED MONTEREY) AND GO TO THE FIRST OPEN DRIVEWAY
ON THE RIGHT.
****KEEP IN MIND THAT THE EUCLID EXIT COMES FIRST AND THEN
BROOKHURST.****
OR 91 FREEWAY: TAKE 91 W EXIT BROOKHURST AND TURN LEFT.
TURN RIGHT ONTO LINCOLN (PASS A SMALL STREET NAMED
MONTEREY) AND GO TO THE FIRST OPEN DRIVEWAY ON THE RIGHT.
ATASCADERO
7305 MORRO RD, SUITE 201A
ATASCADERO, CA 93422
(805) 462-8983
FROM US-101 N, TAKE THE CA-41 EXIT- EXIT 219-TOWARD MORRO RD.
TURN LEFT ONTO EL CAMINO REAL. Turn LEFT onto CA-41/MORRO RD.
FROM US-101 S, TAKE THE MORRO RD/CA-41 EXIT- EXIT 219, TURN
RIGHT ONTO CA-41/MORRO RD.
BAKERSFIELD
5405 STOCKDALE HIGHWAY, SUITE 206
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93309
(661) 398-9354
FROM I-5 S, TAKE THE STOCKDALE HWY EXIT (253). TURN LEFT ONTO
STOCKDALE HWY.
FROM I-5 N TOWARD BAKERSFIELD, KEEP LEFT TO TAKE CA-99 N VIA
EXIT (221) TOWARD BAKERSFIELD/FRESNO. TAKE THE CA-58 E EXIT
TOWARD TEHACHAPI/MOJAVE. TAKE THE EXIT ON THE LEFT TOWARD
CAL STATE UNIV/STOCKDALE HWY/BRUNDAGE LANE. TURN LEFT ONTO
WIBLE RD. TURN SLIGHT LEFT ONTO STOCKDALE HWY.
CARSON
17420 S. AVALON BLVD, SUITE 205
CARSON, CA 90746
(310) 217-1066
FROM CA-91 E/GARDENA FWY TAKE THE AVALON EXIT. OFF RAMP WILL
LEAD YOU ONTO ALBERTONI ST. MAKE A RIGHT ONTO AVALON BLVD
AND WE ARE LOCATED ON THE RIGHT HANDSIDE (SAME PARKING LOT AS
CARL'S JR).
FROM CA-91 W TAKE THE AVALON EXIT. MAKE A LEFT ONTO AVALON
BLVD. MAKE A U-TURN ON AVALON BLVD AND ALBERTONI ST. WE
ARE LOCATED ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE. (SAME PARKING LOT AS CARL'S
JR).
EL MONTE
9420 TELSTAR, SUITE 138
EL MONTE, CA 91731
(626) 442-4112
FROM I-10 E TOWARD SAN BERNARDINO, MERGE ONTO ROSEMEAD/CA
19 S TOWARD LONG BEACH. TURN LEFT ONTO E. TELSTAR AVE.
FROM I-10 W TOWARD LOS ANGELES, TAKE THE ROSEMEAD BLVD/CA-19
EXIT TOWARD PASADENA. TAKE THE ROSEMEAD BLVD RAMP TOWARD
LONG BEACH. MERGE ONTO ROSEMEAD BLVD/CA-19 S. TAKE A LEFT
ONTO E. TELSTAR AVE.
FRESNO
351 E. BARSTOW, SUITE 101
FRESNO, CA 93710
(559) 221-9006
FROM CA-41 S, TAKE THE BULLARD AVE EXIT. TURN LEFT ONTO E
BULLARD AVE. TURN RIGHT ONTO N FRESNO ST. PASS THROUGH THE
INTERSECTION OF FRESNO AND BASTOW AVE. TAKE THE FIRST
DRIVEWAY ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE.
FROM CA-41 N, TAKE THE SHAW AVE EXIT TOWARD CLOVIS. TURN
RIGHT ONTO E SHAW AVE. TURN LEFT ONTO N FRESNO ST. TURN LEFT
INTO THE LAST DRIVEWAY BEFORE BARSTOW AVE.
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TESTING CENTER IS IN THE OFFICE COMPLEX ON THE SW CORNER OF
BARSTOW AND FRESNO ST.
HAYWARD
24301 SOUTHLAND DRIVE, SUITE B-1
HAYWARD, CA 94545
(510) 784-1114
FROM I-880 N TOWARD OAKLAND, TAKE THE WINTON AVENUE EXIT.
MERGE ONTO W WINTON AVE TOWARD HEALD COLLEGE. TURN LEFT
ONTO SOUTHLAND DR.
FROM I-880 S TOWARD SAN JOSE/SAN MATEO BR, TAKE THE WINTON
AVE WEST EXIT TOWARD HEALD COLLEGE. MERGE ONTO W WINTON
AVE. TURN LEFT ONTO SOUTHLAND DR.
REDDING
2861 CHURN CREEK, UNIT C
REDDING, CA 96002
(530) 221-0945
FROM 1-5 S, TAKE THE CYPRESS AVENUE EXIT (677). TURN RIGHT ONTO
E. CYPRESS AVE. TURN RIGHT ON CHURN CREEK RD.
FROM I-5 N TOWARDS SACRAMENTO, TAKE THE CYPRESS AVE EXIT
(677). TURN LEFT ONTO E. CYPRESS AVE. TURN RIGHT ONTO CHURN
CREEK RD.
FROM 299 E TOWARDS REDDING, START GOING WEST ON CA-299.
MERGE ONTO 1-5 S RAMP ON THE LEFT TOWARDS SACRAMENTO. TAKE
THE CYPRESS AVE EXIT (677). TURN LEFT ONTO E. CYPRESS AVE. TURN
RIGHT ONTO CHURN CREEK RD.
FROM 299 W TOWARDS REDDING. START GOING EAST ON CA-299
TOWARDS WEAVERVILLE/REDDING. FROM 299 EAST TURN RIGHT ONTO
CA-273/CA-299 E/MARKET STREET. TURN LEFT ONTO CA-299-E.
MERGE ONTO 1-5 S VIA EXIT 2A TOWARDS RED BLUFF/SACRAMENTO.
TAKE THE CYPRESS AVE EXIT (677). TURN LEFT ONTO E. CYPRESS AVE.
TURN RIGHT ONTO CHURN CREEK RD.
RIVERSIDE
RIVERSIDE TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS PARK
1660 CHICAGO AVE, SUITE M-15
RIVERSIDE, CA 92507
(951) 680-9720
FROM 15 SOUTH TO 215 SOUTH, EXIT COLUMBIA AND GO STRAIGHT. AT
THE DEAD END TURN LEFT.
AT THE LIGHT (WHICH IS COLUMBIA) TURN LEFT. TURN RIGHT ON
CHICAGO AVE.
FROM 91 EAST, EXIT SPRUCE AND TURN RIGHT. TURN LEFT ON CHICAGO
AVE (SITE WILL BE ON RIGHT HAND SIDE).
FROM 60 WEST, EXIT 3RD/BLAINE AND TURN LEFT. TURN RIGHT ON
CHICAGO AVE, PAST SPRUCE (SITE WILL BE ON RIGHT HAND SIDE).
SACRAMENTO
9719 LINCOLN VILLAGE DR.
BUILDING 100, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
(916) 363-6455
FROM SAN FRANCISCO/VALLEJO ON I-80 E, TAKE US-50 E TOWARD
SACRAMENTO/SOUTH LAKE TAHOE. TAKE BRADSHAW ROAD, EXIT 13,
TURN RIGHT ONTO BRADSHAW ROAD. TURN IMMEDIATE LEFT ONTO
LINCOLN VILLAGE DR.
SAN DIEGO
5440 MOREHOUSE DRIVE, SUITE 3300
SAN DIEGO, CA 92121
(858) 658-0786
FROM 1-805 S, TAKE THE SORRENTO VALLEY RD/MIRA MESA BLVD EXIT.
TURN LEFT ONTO MIRA MESA BLVD, TURN LEFT ONTO SCRANTON ROAD.
TURN RIGHT ONTO MOREHOUSE DRIVE.
FROM I-805 N TOWARD LOS ANGELES, TAKE THE MIRA MESA
BLVD/VISTA SORRENTO PKWY EXIT. TURN RIGHT ONTO MIRA MESA
BLVD. TURN LEFT ONTO SCRANTON RD. TURN RIGHT ONTO
MOREHOUSE DR.
ADDITIONAL PARKING CAN BE FOUND (on top of the AT&T building) BY
CONTINUING ON MOREHOUSE PAST OUR BUILDING AND TURNING LEFT
AT THE NEXT DRIVEWAY UP THE HILL
SANTA ROSA
160 WIKIUP DRIVE, SUITE 105
SANTA ROSA, CA 95403
(707) 544-6723
FROM US-101 N, TAKE MARK WEST SPRINGS/RIVER ROAD EXIT. TURN
RIGHT ON MARK WEST SPRINGS. TURN LEFT AT OLD REDWOOD
HIGHWAY. TURN RIGHT ON WIKIUP DRIVE. FIRST DRIVEWAY ON
RIGHT.
FROM US-101 S, TAKE MARK WEST SPRINGS/RIVER ROAD EXIT. TURN
LEFT ON MARK WEST SPRINGS. TURN LEFT AT OLD REDWOOD
HIGHWAY. TURN RIGHT ON WIKIUP DRIVE. FIRST DRIVEWAY ON RIGHT.
SANTA CLARA
2936 SCOTT BLVD
SANTA CLARA, CA 95054
(408) 844-0004
FROM US-101 N, TAKE THE SAN TOMAS EXPWY/MONTAGUE EXPWY
EXIT- EXIT 392. TAKE THE SAN TOMAS EXPWY RAMP. MERGE ONTO
SAN TOMAS EXPY/CR-G4. TURN LEFT ONTO SCOTT BLVD.
FROM I-880 S TOWARD SAN JOSE, TAKE THE MONTAGUE EXPWY EXIT
(7). TAKE THE MONTAGUE EXPWY WEST RAMP. MERGE ONTO
MONTAGUE EXPY/CR-G4 E. TURN LEFT ONTO E TRIMBLE RD. E
TRIMBLE RD BECOMES DE LA CRUZ BLVD. TURN SLIGHT RIGHT ONTO
CENTRAL EXPY/CR-G6 W. TURN SLIGHT RIGHT ONTO SCOTT BLVD.
REPORTING TO THE EXAMINATION
SITE
On the day of the examination, you should arrive at least 30
minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. This allows
time for sign-in and identification verification and provides
time to familiarize yourself with the examination process. If
you arrive late, you may not be admitted to the examination
site and you will forfeit your examination registration fee.
REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION AT EXAMINATION SITE
You must provide 2 forms of identification. The only
acceptable forms of photo identification are:
A valid unexpired California Driver License with a
photo.
A valid unexpired California Department of Motor
Vehicles Identification Card with a photo.
A current U.S. military-issued (active duty)
identification card
The second ID must have your signature and preprinted legal
name. All identification provided must match the name on the
license application submitted to BAR. Out of State Drivers
Licenses will NOT be accepted. PSI keeps the applicant’s
driver’s license locked up until the examination is completed.
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CALIFORNIA EXAMINATION SECURITY LAW
Section 123 of the California Business and Professions Code
states: “It is a misdemeanor for any person to engage in any
conduct which subverts or attempts to subvert any licensing
examination or the administration of an examination,
including, but not limited to:
Conduct which violates the security of the examination
materials;
Removing from the examination room any examination
materials without authorization;
The unauthorized reproduction by any means of any
portion of the actual licensing examination;
Aiding by any means the unauthorized reproduction of
any portion of the licensing examination;
Paying or using professional or paid examination-takers
for the purpose of reconstructing any portion of the
licensing examination;
Obtaining examination questions or other examination
material, except by specific authorization either before,
during, or after an examination; or
Selling, distributing, buying, receiving, or having
unauthorized possession of any portion of a future,
current, or previously administered licensing
examination.
Communicating with any other examinee during the
administration of a licensing examination.
Copying answers from another examinee or permitting
one’s answers to be copied by another examinee.
Having in one’s possession during the administration of
the licensing examination any books, equipment, notes,
written or printed materials, or data of any kind, other
than the examination materials distributed, or otherwise
authorized to be in one’s possession during the
examination.
Impersonating any examinee or having an impersonator
take the licensing examination on one’s behalf.
Nothing in this section shall preclude prosecution under
authority provided for in any other provision of law. In
addition to any other penalties, a person found guilty of
violating this section, shall be liable for the actual damages
sustained by the agency administering the examination not to
exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000) and the costs of
litigation.”
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TAKING AN
EXAMINATION
1. All candidates will have their thumbprint taken during
examination check-in and re-entry into the testing
room after an approved absence. If a candidate
passes the examination, the thumbprint record will be
destroyed. If a candidate abandons his or her
application for licensure, as determined by the
appropriate regulatory authority, the thumbprint will
also be destroyed. If a candidate is unsuccessful, the
thumbprint record will be retained by PSI to ensure
proper identification on any subsequent examination
attempts. If the thumbprint doesn’t match upon exit
and re-entry, the candidate shall be disqualified from
the examination, his or her test results invalidated
and the appropriate regulatory entity will be notified
of the occurrence. The taking of the thumbprint is an
additional measure to enhance examination security.
The Department’s Office of Examination Resources
shall ensure that the appropriate safeguards for the
storage and destruction of the thumbprint records are
in place.
2. The temperature in the testing room is maintained at
a moderate level. Candidates are advised to layer
clothing. Acceptable layered clothing includes
lightweight shirts, sweaters, and pullovers without
pockets. These items must be worn upon check-in,
while you wait to enter the testing room and during
your initial seating for the examination.
3. There are timing mechanisms available at the test site
and on the computer console to help candidates keep
track of time during the test administration time.
Watches or other timekeeping devices are not
permitted in the examination rooms.
4. Only one candidate will be allowed to take a restroom
break at a time. Candidates are required to sign out
when you leave the room and when you return. If a
candidate’s restroom break takes longer than 5 (five)
minutes, a proctor will check on the candidate and
will notify the applicable regulatory entity of the
occurrence, which will take appropriate action.
5. The following items are not permitted in the
examination rooms:
Cellular telephones, personal digital
assistants (PDAs), recording devices, pagers,
purses, notebooks, notebook computers,
reference or readings material, music
players, radios, electronic games,
calculators or briefcases.
Personal items including watches,
backpacks, wallets, pens, pencils, or other
writing devices, food, drinks (unless
medically required) and good-luck items.
Hats, baseball caps, or visors (with the
exception of religious apparel), coats,
shawls, hooded clothing, heavy jackets or
overcoats.
During the check-in process, all candidates
will be asked if they possess any of the
prohibited items and all candidates will be
asked to empty their pockets. If prohibited
items are found during check-in, candidates
shall return these items to their vehicle or
other place of safekeeping. Neither PSI nor
the Department of Consumer Affairs shall be
responsible for the items. Any candidate
possessing the prohibited items in the
examination room shall have his or her test
results invalidated, and PSI shall notify the
appropriate regulatory entity of the
occurrence.
6. Copying or communicating examination content is a
violation of PSI security policy and existing law.
Either one shall result in the disqualification or
invalidation of examination results, the denial of your
license, and may subject the candidate to criminal
prosecution.
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SPECIAL TESTING CONSIDERATIONS
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Candidates with a physical or mental impairment that
substantially limits a major life activity may be eligible for
accommodation in the testing process to assure you that the
examination accurately reflects knowledge, skills, or abilities.
BAR and PSI are fully compliant with ADA guidelines and will
provide reasonable accommodations as required by the law.
Scheduling services are also available via our
Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) by calling 800-
790-3926.
ACCOMMODATION PROCEDURES
Candidates requiring special testing arrangements due to a
physical or mental impairment must submit a request to BAR
for such arrangements at the time of application. Please see
Page 8, Special Accommodations Available for details.
TAKING THE EXAMINATION BY
COMPUTER
Taking the PSI examination by computer is simple. You do not
need any computer experience or typing skills. You will use
fewer keys than you use on a touch-tone telephone. All
response keys are colored and have prominent characters. An
illustration of the special keyboard is shown here.
IDENTIFICATION SCREEN
You will be directed to a semiprivate testing station to take
the examination. When you are seated at the testing station,
you will be prompted to confirm your name, identification
number, and the examination for which you are registered.
TUTORIAL
Before you start your examination, an introductory tutorial to
the computer and keyboard is provided on the computer
screen. The time you spend on this tutorial, up to 15 minutes,
DOES NOT count as part of your examination time. Sample
questions are included as part of the tutorial so that you may
practice using the keys, answering questions, and reviewing
your answers.
One question appears on the screen at a time. During the
examination, minutes remaining will be displayed at the top of
the screen and updated as you record your answers.
EXAMINATION QUESTION EXAMPLE
During the examination, you should press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select
your answer. You should then press “ENTER” to record your
answer and move on to the next question. A sample question
display follows:
TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR YOUR
EXAMINATION
The following suggestions will help you prepare for your
examination.
Planned preparation increases your likelihood of passing.
Start with a current copy of this Candidate Information
Bulletin and use the examination content outline as the
basis of your study.
Read study materials that cover all the topics in the
content outline.
Take notes on what you study. Putting information in
writing helps you commit it to memory and it is also an
excellent business practice. Underline or highlight key
ideas that will help with a later review.
Discuss new terms or concepts as frequently as you can
with colleagues. This will test your understanding and
reinforce ideas.
Your studies will be most effective if you study frequently,
for periods of about 45 to 60 minutes. Concentration
tends to wander when you study for longer periods of
time.
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SECTION VI: LICENSING EXAMINATIONS
LICENSING EXAMINATIONS
Examination
Length
of Time
# of
Items
Minimum Passing
Score
Inspector 2.5 Hours 100 72
Repair
Technician
2.5 Hours 100 71
Actual number of questions and passing score may vary,
depending on the actual exam version. Check the latest BAR
publications for the latest information.
SAMPLE OF MULTIPLE-CHOICE
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
Multiple-choice questions are used throughout the
examination(s). These are questions in which four answers
are provided, only one of which is correct.
Examination candidates should carefully read the following:
For each multiple-choice question, you may select
only one answer.
There is no penalty for guessing. Scores are based on
the number of overall correct answers. It is to your
advantage to answer as many questions as you
can.
Some questions will require you to use provided
reference materials to determine the correct
answer.
Suggestions for taking multiple-choice examinations:
Your first answer is often your best answer.
Don’t spend too much time on any one question.
If more than one answer seems to be correct,
choose the answer that seems correct most
often.
SAMPLE EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
1. While performing a visual inspection, an Inspector
observes there is no EGR amplifier, even though one is
shown on the underhood emission label. The EGR valve is
connected to ported vacuum. What analyzer entry should
be made?
A. Missing
B. Disconnected
C. Pass
D. Defective
2. Which of the following actions should be taken if a
vehicle’s timing reads 5 degrees BTDC and the
specification for the vehicle is 8 degrees BTDC?
A. Adjust timing to specification and perform a second
after-repairs test.
B. Enter “fail” into the analyzer for ignition timing
because it is out of specification range.
C. Enter “pass” into the analyzer for ignition timing and
5 degrees BTDC for the timing reading.
D. Enter “not applicable” for the ignition timing and
specification.
3. Which of the following is a primary purpose of the Smog
Check Referee?
A. Perform initial smog inspections.
B. Analyze data from test analyzers.
C. Perform inspection dispute resolutions.
D. Perform disputed smog-related repairs.
4. What action should be taken when a 23-month-old car
with 22,200 miles on its odometer fails an emissions
inspection because of a failed emission component?
A. Send the vehicle to a Referee as a pattern failure.
B. Refer the customer go to a dealer for the repair.
C. Retest and issue a certification and exemption.
D. Issue a certificate of non-compliance.
5. Which of the following statements describes the
difference between a three-wire oxygen sensor and a
single-wire oxygen sensor?
A. A three-wire is more accurate.
B. A single-wire is more durable.
C. A single-wire sends information slower.
D. A three-wire allows earlier closed-loop operation
6. Use the following exhibit to answer this question.
At what point in this scope pattern would the fuel injector
be open?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
(Correct answers to these questions can be found on the next
page.)
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SECTION VII: AFTER THE EXAMINATION IS OVER
EXAMINATION RESULTS
At the end of your test, you will receive a printed Score
Report. The report indicates the number of questions
answered correctly, and whether you passed or failed.
To pass the examination, you must correctly answer a
predetermined minimum number of questions for the
entire examination. Your total score, the minimum
passing score, and the scores for each of the sections of
the examination will be identified on your score report.
The scores for each of the sections are provided to give
you more details about your performance on the
examination. You may refer to the examination plans in
Section V of this handbook for the specific knowledge,
skills and abilities needed for each section. Only
correctly answered questions count toward your
examination score.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF EXAMINATION RESULTS
Examination results are the property of the person who took
the examination, and will not be released to anyone else
without the written permission of the candidate.
DUPLICATE SCORE REPORTS
You can write to PSI to request a duplicate of your score
report. Please include your name, candidate identification
number, and date of the test.
RETAKING AN EXAMINATION
Once you have received your Examination Eligibility Notice,
you will be allowed two attempts to pass the examination. If
you do not pass your first examination, you may schedule a
second examination appointment. BAR requires 14 days
between examination attempts.
It is not possible to make a new examination appointment on
the same day you have taken an examination; this is due to
processing and reporting scores. A candidate who tests
unsuccessfully on a Wednesday can call the next day,
Thursday, to schedule another test. In order to retest, you
must re-register following the steps for registration and
scheduling as outlined earlier. You may re-register over the
Internet, telephone, fax or by mail. Once registered, you can
schedule for your re-examination.
If you do not pass the examination in two attempts, you must
submit a new application, with a $20.00 application fee, to:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Bureau of Automotive Repair
Licensing Unit
P.O. Box 989001
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9001
If you wish to send your application and fees by an express
carrier, send to:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Bureau of Automotive Repair
Licensing Unit
10949 N. Mather Blvd.
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
You must wait at least 14 days between examination
attempts. You will be charged a fee of $45 each time you
take the examination.
Answers to sample examination questions
1:A; 2:C; 3:C; 4:B; 5:D; 6:A
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SECTION VIII: OBTAINING A LICENSE
After passing the examination, your record is sent back to BAR
to review for enforcement actions, as well as family support or
tax actions before a license may be issued. If there are no
administrative, tax, or family support holds on your license,
your results will be updated into the BAR Vehicle Information
Database (VID) within five business days of your examination.
You must contact your local BAR field office for instructions on
how to obtain an access code.
No additional fees are collected before the license is issued.
A person may not perform the duties of a Licensed Inspector or
Repair Technician without a current license. The Inspector and
Repair Technician license shall expire two years from the last
day of the month in which the license was issued, unless
renewed, suspended, rescinded, or terminated by operation of
law. This process is fully explained in California Code of
Regulations, Title 16, Section 3340.29 (e).
Before BAR can issue an Inspector or Technician license to you,
BAR must have information required by Sections 44014 and
44031.5 of the Health and Safety Code. The Chief of the
bureau is responsible for maintaining the information you
provide. The information may be transferred to other
government agencies if the agencies need it to perform their
legal duties. You have a right to review the records maintained
on you by this bureau, unless the records are identified as
confidential information and exempted in Section 1798.3 of the
Information Practices Act.
Disclosure of your Social Security number to BAR is
mandatory.
Section 30 of the Business and Professions Code and Pub. L. 94-
455 [42 w. 405(c)(2)(C)] authorizes collection of your Social
Security number. Your Social Security number will be used
exclusively for tax enforcement purposes and for purposes of
compliance with any judgment or order for family support in
accordance with section 11350.6 of the Welfare and
Institutions Code. If you fail to provide your Social Security
number, you will be reported to the Franchise Tax Board,
which may assess a $100 penalty against you.
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CALIFORNIA BUREAU OF AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR EXAMINATIONS
REGISTRATION FORM
Before you begin. . .
Read the Candidate Information Bulletin before filling out this registration form. You must provide all information requested and
submit the appropriate fee. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY. Registration forms that are incomplete, illegible, or not accompanied by
the proper fee will be returned unprocessed. Registration fees are not refundable.
1. Legal Name:
Last Name (Jr/III)
First Name Middle Name
2. Candidate ID:
3. Mailing Address:
Number, Street Apt/Ste
-
City State Zip Code
4. Telephone: Home - Work -
5. Email: ____________________________________@_____________________
6. Examination: (Check one)
Smog Check Inspecto
r
$45
Smog check Repai
r
Technician $45
FIRST TIME
RETAKE
7. Total Fee $________ (Money Order or Cashier’s Check only. Personal and company checks are not accepted.)
Credit card (MasterCard or VISA) payment accepted for phone or fax registrations only. (Check One):
MC
VISA
Card No:___________________________________________________________ Exp. Date:________________________________
Card Verification No:___________________
For your security, PSI requires you to enter the card identification number located on
your credit card. The card identification number is located on the back of the card and
consists of the last three digits on the signature strip.
Cardholder Name (Print):______________________________________ Signature:___________________________________________
8. Affidavit
: I certify that the information provided on this registration form (and/or telephonically to PSI) is correct. I understand that any
falsification of information may result in denial of registration. I have read and understand the candidate information bulletin.
Signature:_______________________________________________________
Date:_______________________________________
When you have finished this form in its entirety, please mail the form, along with the appropriate fees, to the address below.
PSI licensure:certification * ATTN: Examination Registration CA BAR
3210 E Tropicana * Las Vegas, NV * 89121
Fax (702) 932-2666 * (877) 392-6422 * TTY (800) 735-2929
BAR Mail Room
10949 N. Mather Blvd.
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
