SEF-AUX8835 - North Carolina State Inspection On-Board Diagnostics (OBD II) Certification Course
Course Description
This course covers the laws, procedures, and specifications needed to perform a North Carolina State Safety and OBD
inspection. To familiarize students with the mandates and procedures required for certification as a North Carolina OBD II
Inspector-Mechanic. Topics include brake, steering and suspension, lighting, horn, windshield wiper, tires, mirrors, and emission
control devices inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to perform complete and thorough North Carolina Safety
and OBD inspections.
- SEF-AUX8833 [North Carolina State Inspection (Safety) Certification Course] IS A PRE-REQUISTE FOR THIS COURSE
***Prior to coming to class, please ensure that you bring a physical copy of the LT-310 form filled out in its entirety, front and back. Be sure that your supervisor has printed their name and signed as well. If your supervisor is not available to sign your document, anyone who can make financial decisions at your company is eligible to sign.***
Course Outline
- Purpose of Emission Inspection Program
- Cause & Effects of Air Pollution
- Requirements for Mechanic/Technician
- Requirements for Inspection Station
- Vehicle Emission Standards
- Emission Control Devices
- Catalytic Converter
- Unleaded Gas Restrictor
- Air Injection System
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation
- Thermostatic Air Cleaner
- Evaporative Emissions Control
- Oxygen Sensor
- OBD II How it works
- Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- Readiness Monitors
- Who needs an OBD II inspection?
- Pre-inspection Requirements
- Inspection Procedures
- Entering Vehicle Data
- Conducting the OBD II Inspection
- Mock Inspections
- Fees Schedule
- Warranty Information
- Customer Hardships
- Waivers
- Exemptions
- Store Owner and Technician Criminality
- Violations
- Fines and Suspensions
- Criminal Infraction Violations
- Criminal Felony Violations Clean Scanning
- Review for OBD II Exam
Learner Outcomes
- Identify vehicles that require an OBD II inspection.
- List in writing the fees associated with an OBD II inspection and identify when they apply.
- Explain when a waiver of the inspection requirements may be issued.
- Identify the Emissions Control Components installed on vehicles.