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SAFETY INSPECTION FINAL EXAM (TEXAS
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Which of the following reasons will result in a rejection of the inspection in regards to the head lights? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Light is mounted on vehicle more than 54" or less than 24" True or False: Every vehicle must be equipped with at least two head lamps. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True What model year vehicle (and newer) must be equipped with a high beam indicator that lights whenever the uppermost distribution of light from the head lights is in use. ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1948 True or False: Vehicles manufactured or assembled after the model year 1960 do not need to be equipped with electrical turn signal lamps. --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------False Which of the following reasons will lead to a rejection of the inspection in regards to the seatbelt? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Front lap seat belts are required and not present. Belt buckles are loosed or inoperative. Pelvic restraint is not present. Seat belt webbing is frayed, split, or torn.
True or False: A vehicle only needs to be equipped with one mirror that allows a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle. --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True True or False: The windshield wiper control arm must be operational and lock in place. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True Which of the following reasons will lead to a rejection of the horn? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Unreasonably loud Harsh sound Whistle Which of the following is true regarding pedal reserve? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Power brakes are allowed 1", while conventional brakes are allowed 2" What year vehicle do you have to inspect the parking brake? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1960 and newer Which of the vehicles listed below is properly matched to the distance it is required to stop during the brake test ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------ -----School Bus - 40 feet When is a vehicle required to be inspected for seat belts? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Anchorages were part of the manufacturer's original equipment
When using a window tint meter, the amount of light transmission cannot be less than? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------25% When required, safety guards or flaps must be what width? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------At least as wide as the tires they are protecting Sun screening or glass-coating material will be an item of inspection on the following vehicles: ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------All models regardless of year A motor vehicle originally equipped with a catalytic converter will be rejected if the converter has been removed or disconnected beginning with the year model ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1984 When checking operation of the headlamps, a vehicle will be rejected if: ---- -----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Physical damage would obviously cause a headlamp beam to fail to sufficiently illuminate the roadway ahead of the vehicle A license plate lamp must be white in color and rejected for: --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Mounting, shoddy wiring, and lamp lens is broken or does not fit properly Mirrors should be rejected if: ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- reflecting surface is cracked, peeled or tarnished, mirror interferes with driver's vision, and if mirror does not afford a clear view to the rear
What color are tail lamps required to be to pass inspection? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Red The wiper blade should be rejected if the portion of the rubber element that contacts the windshield is torn on one end or both ends combined, more than.... ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1 inch True/False: A tailpipe failing to discharge exhaust from the rear, sides or top of the passenger compartment of the vehicle would pass inspection ----- ----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------False True/False: A center high mount stop lamp must provide a steady-burning red light when brakes are applied ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- True True/False: When visually inspecting a CNG system, a letter of documentation is not acceptable if the label can not be found --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------False True/False: A center mount stop lamp (CHMSL) is required on a 1986 a newer model passenger car ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True The parking brake is inspected and rejected if: ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Operating mechanism, when fully applied, does not hold the vehicle, any mechanical parts are missing/broken/badly worn/not
What additional item must you inspect for on a school bus? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Fire extinguisher At what depth of fluid within the master cylinder should you reject the inspection? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1 inch below the top of the reservoir/below manufacturer recommended level True or False: The power steering fluid being below the recommended level is not cause for rejecting the inspection. ---------CORRECT ANSWER- ----------------False What model year did the emission system begin to be installed by manufacturers? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1968 Which percentage of light transmission would fail a tint inspection? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------20% Which windows on the vehicle should have the tint inspected? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The front windshield and the windows to the right and left of the driver What is the minimum tire tread depth that is acceptable? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------2/32 of an inch
True or False: You must issue a rejection of the inspection if the wheel studs, bolts, nuts, or lugs are loose, missing, or damaged. --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True What vehicles are exempt from the gas cap test? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Motorcycles True or False: The exhaust system can be patched as long as no fumes are leaking from the system. ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- False What model year vehicles (and newer) is the catalytic converter considered part of the exhaust system? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1984 What clearance lights are necessary on vehicles 80" or more in overall width? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------2 amber lights in front, and 2 red lights in rear What color must the license plate lamp be? ---------CORRECT ANSWER---- -------------White True or False: All vehicles must have at least 1 rear reflector that is red in color and placed at a height of between 15 inches and 60 inches. --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------False
What color must the turn signal lights be in the rear? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Red What model year vehicle (and newer) must be equipped with turn signal lights? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1960 To what speed must you get to perform a proper brake test? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------20 mph True or False: If a vehicle fails the safety inspection, the owner/operator is allowed 15 days to return for one free inspection when the failing item(s) are adjusted and/or corrected. ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- True True or False: We don't charge customers for failed inspections. It's better to let them know they will fail and have them return once they fix the problem. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------False Which of the following is true regarding CNG vehicles? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------If the tank label is expired, do not inspect the vehicle. If the tank is in the trunk, the vehicle owner/operator should be present when the inspector is checking it. A letter of documentation is acceptable if the label is missing. What information should you check for to verify financial responsibility? ----- ----CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The expiration date
Which of the following behaviors will result in enforcement action? --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Charging more than the required inspection fee Prohibiting the vehicle owner to have required corrections or adjustments made by any qualified person of their choice Issuing a passing inspection report for a vehicle without the required items of inspection Fraudulently represent to a motorist that an item of inspection must be repaired, adjusted, or replaced before the vehicle will pass inspection when that is not true What are the duties and responsibilities of an inspector? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Upon inspection completion, inform the owner or operator of any equipment that marginally meets inspection requirements Issue a signed Vehicle Inspection Report to any inspected vehicle Accept full responsibility for the quality of the inspection when signing the Vehicle Inspection Report Immediately notify the Department representative if your driver's license has been suspended or revoked One of the required procedures in the inspection of the steering is... --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Turning the steering wheel from full left to full right Conventional brakes or non-power brakes must have a minimum pedal reserve of... ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------2 inches Any tire with wear bar indicators would be rejected for the following reason: ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Tread wear indicators contact the
True/False: Proof of financial responsibility is not required on motor vehicles prior to year model 1988 ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- False Passenger car tires would be rejected for ---------CORRECT ANSWER------- ----------Cord exposed, visible fabric breaks more than one inch, or sidewall separation Electric turn signal lamps are required on all passenger cars beginning with the model year ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1960 Which of the following vehicles are required to be equipped with a fire extinguisher to pass inspection? ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- School buses Power brakes must have a minimum pedal reserve of ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1 inch True/False: A vehicle originally equipped with two front windshield wipers is required to have only one wiper when presented for inspection --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------False A truck or SUV under 80" wide is required to have a center high mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) beginning with the ______ model year --------- CORRECT ANSWER----------------- 1994
The time allowed a vehicle owner or operator issued a failing vehicle inspection report to return for one free inspection is ______ days --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------15 days Exhaust systems are rejected for... ---------CORRECT ANSWER--------------- --Cracked and leaking manifold What location and type of seat belts are inspected? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Front lap belts only True/False: Both tires, in each set of dual wheels, must meet tread depth requirements ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True The horn should not make what kind of sound? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Unreasonably loud sounds, harsh sounds, or whistles In visually checking the brake system for leaks, you must check... --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------The master cylinder, metal brake lines, and rubber brake hose A 1960 or newer model passenger car or truck must be equipped with how many red tail lamps? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Two A vehicle inspection should start with ---------CORRECT ANSWER------------ -----Insurance. Expiration Date
From the power brake to the floorboard should be how many inches? ------- --CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1" From the conventional non-power brakes to the floorboard should be how many inches? ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------2" If a vehicle does not have a parking brake, it fails. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True If the vehicle's parking brake does not hold, it fails. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------True The steering wheel should____ ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- turn fully left and right If the high beam indicator is not equipped, produces a glaring light, or inoperable for any reason, you should_______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Reject All tires on a vehicle should have a proper tread depth of____ --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------2/32 of an inch
Safety Guards/Mud flaps should be _______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-- ---------------As wide as the tires they're protecting; no more than 12" above the roadway If a rim is cracked, or has missing/damaged lugnuts, you should_____ ------ ---CORRECT ANSWER-----------------reject Windshield wipers should not be torn more than ________ on one end or on both ends ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1" The color on the bulbs of headlamps are ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Clear/White The color on the bulbs of stoplamps are ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Red or Amber The color of taillamps are ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- Red Condensation inside of a head lamp will fail. ---------CORRECT ANSWER--- --------------False _______ of diodes of a taillamp must be functioning to pass an inspection - --------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------50%
The windshield brow cannot extend downward beyond the AS-1 line or more than ____________ from the top of the windshield. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------5 inches No _________ , _________ , __________ or reflective type --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------Red , Blue , Amber Every vehicle from 2-24 model years old will be checked for a ____________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------gas cap Check the brake lines/ hoses for __________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER- ----------------leaks and condition. If the pull cables are badly stretched, frayed, or not working properly, you should ______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------reject If a vehicle is not equipped with a muffler, you should _______ --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------reject If a pick-up truck is equipped with a camper or hard shell cover that does not discharge the exhaust at the sides or rear, you should _______ --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------reject
Reject if any part of the exhaust system has _______ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------leaks, holes, or patches The exhaust emissions system cannot be ________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------removed, disconnected, or altered in any manner to make it ineffective. Hoses cannot be __________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER----------------- loose, broken, leaking, or improperly routed. In a master cylinder, reject if the fluid level is more than __________ below the top of the reservoir, or below the manufacturer's recommended level. --- ------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------1 inch Inspect the belt for condition. Serpentine belts are not to be rejected merely for cracks in in the ribs. ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------true Reject if the fluid level in the power steering is _________ --------- CORRECT ANSWER-----------------below the manufacturers' recommended level. Reject if the steering mechanism is not ________ ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----------------firmly attached and free of frame cracks or missing bolts.
