Smog Level 1 Practice Test Questions and Correct Answers 2026/2027

Smog Level 1 Practice Test Questions and Correct Answers 2026/2027 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