What is the primary function of the Evaporative Control System? - ANSWER To collect and
store vapors originating in the fuel system
What is the maximum fee that emission inspection stations are allowed to charge for a PA
Emission? - ANSWER The fee is not regulated
When a vehicle passes a PA Emissions Inspection, who is authorized to affix the PA Emissions
Inspection Certificate (emissions sticker) to the vehicle? - ANSWER PA Certified Emission
Inspector
Two inspectors are discussing the PA Emission Inspection Program.
Inspector "A" says: "Vehicles that fail the visual portion of the inspection should receive a
complete test before any repairs are made; however, a faulty or missing gas cap may be re-
placed after receiving the customer's authorization."
Inspector "B" says: "Vehicles that pass the emission inspection will be issued a Vehicle In-
spection Report (VIR) and a PA Certificate of Emission Inspection (emission sticker)."
Who is right? - ANSWER Both A and B
The EPA has identified three harmful pollutants produced through inefficient vehicle com-
bustion and evaporation. These pollutants are: - ANSWER HC, CO and NOX
Inspector "A" says: "A vehicle that fails an initial emissions inspection is entitled to one free
retest until their current emission sticker expires."
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store vapors originating in the fuel system
What is the maximum fee that emission inspection stations are allowed to charge for a PA
Emission? - ANSWER The fee is not regulated
When a vehicle passes a PA Emissions Inspection, who is authorized to affix the PA Emissions
Inspection Certificate (emissions sticker) to the vehicle? - ANSWER PA Certified Emission
Inspector
Two inspectors are discussing the PA Emission Inspection Program.
Inspector "A" says: "Vehicles that fail the visual portion of the inspection should receive a
complete test before any repairs are made; however, a faulty or missing gas cap may be re-
placed after receiving the customer's authorization."
Inspector "B" says: "Vehicles that pass the emission inspection will be issued a Vehicle In-
spection Report (VIR) and a PA Certificate of Emission Inspection (emission sticker)."
Who is right? - ANSWER Both A and B
The EPA has identified three harmful pollutants produced through inefficient vehicle com-
bustion and evaporation. These pollutants are: - ANSWER HC, CO and NOX
Inspector "A" says: "A vehicle that fails an initial emissions inspection is entitled to one free
retest until their current emission sticker expires."
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