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Smog Check inspections - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Smog Check inspections Smog Check licensees provide emissions services, including inspections and repairs. Inspectors use one of two systems depending on vehicle age, weight, and fuel type. The BAR On-Board Diagnostic Inspection System collects data from 2000 and newer vehicles. The BAR-97 Emissions Inspection System measures tailpipe emissions on 1999 and older vehicles. Stations may also get ...
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News and updates for licensees and industry - Bureau of Automotive Repair
New tear down disclosure requirements now in effect—Updated Write It Right guide available New tear down requirements for automotive repair dealers are effective July 1. These changes are part of the Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (BAR) approved regulatory action to update to Title 16 of the California Code (sections 3303, 3352, and 3353). Key regulatory changes Adds and amends definitions ...
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Accusation - bar.ca.gov
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Maintenance and repairs - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Maintenance and repairs Regular maintenance and repairs help keep your vehicle safe and reliable. It’s important to choose a licensed auto shop for these services to ensure the work is done right. You should also know what options and resources are available to take care of your vehicle. Maintenance
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About the Bureau of Automotive Repair
Learn about the Bureau of Automotive Repair, including an overview on who we license, our programs, and our leadership.
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BAR-OIS and BAR-SIS inspection systems - Bureau of Automotive Repair
The BAR-OIS and BAR-SIS systems consist of the same equipment—including a BAR-certified Data Acquisition Device (DAD), biometric palm scanner, and other off-the-shelf equipment—and require an internet connection to run the California Vehicle Inspection System (Cal-VIS) software.
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Smog Check Executive Summary Report October 2025
This report summarizes Smog Check Inspection data for October 2025.
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Online License Renewal - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Online license renewal is available for Automotive Repair Dealer (ARD) registrations and station licenses that will expire within the next 90 days or have not been expired for more than one year, and Smog Check Inspector and Smog Check Repair Technician licenses that will expire within the next 150 days or have not been expired for more than one year. Please select the appropriate license type ...
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Home page - Bureau of Automotive Repair
The Bureau of Automotive Repair serves Californians through effective regulation of the automotive repair and Smog Check industry.
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Final Statement of Reasons Readiness Monitor Limits
The Bureau of Automotive Repair (Bureau or BAR) staff noticed the proposed rulemaking with a 45-day comment period ending on December 16, 2024. The Bureau received 10 comments during the comment period. No public hearing was held.