Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 38, September 20, 2024
The following components will be inspected during a
nonscheduled inspection. A violation of one component may only necessitate a
warning while other components may require a 3-day notice or cause the vehicle
to be declared out-of-service. Certain components have criteria listed in more
than one penalty category, depending on the degree of the specific violation.
If any criteria listed in this Section exists, the corresponding penalty will
be issued.
a) Axles and Tag Axles:
1) Out-of-Service - not firmly attached;
cracked; broken; wheel seals leaking grease; tag axle not operating properly;
air leak.
2) WARNING - pinion seal
leaking.
b) Brakes:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - any problem found with
the service brake system; any problem found with emergency/parking brake system
(other than indicator light).
2)
WARNING - emergency brake indicator light does not function.
c) Bumper, Front:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; bumper damage
that interferes with tire condition or movement; loose; broken; protruding
parts.
2) WARNING - not metal
construction or energy absorbing type.
d) Bumper, Rear:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; loose; broken;
protruding parts.
2) WARNING -
hitchable; if vehicle's GVWR is over 10,000 lbs., bumper is not made of
channel-type steel approximately 3/16 (.18) inch thick; if vehicle's GVWR is
10,000 lbs. or less, bumper is not metal construction or energy absorbing
type.
e) Certificate of
Safety:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; expired; voided; incorrect type of
Certificate of Safety.
f)
Doors (Interior and Exterior):
1)
Out-of-Service - fails to open or close properly; fails to latch; hinges
broken; door handles missing.
2)
Warning - seals damaged or missing; damage that prevents proper
sealing.
g) Emergency
Exits:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - obstructed; does
not comply with required number or size of exits (refer to 92 Ill. Adm. Code
448); latch or hinges broken; does not open or close properly; missing
components; child passenger restraint system (i.e., car seat) is located on the
bench seat next to a designated emergency exit window (does not include a
factory-installed built-in child restraint system).
2) WARNING - binding; does not seal properly;
damage that prevents proper sealing.
h) Exhaust System:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - any leaks in the exhaust
system; broken; disconnected; discharge is located beneath fuel filler location
or beneath emergency exit door.
2)
WARNING - not securely attached or supported.
i) Fenders:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - protruding components; not securely attached;
missing; excessive collision damage that is detrimental to the safe operation
of the vehicle.
j) Fire
Extinguisher:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - not fully
charged; missing.
2) WARNING - seal
is broken; not mounted in readily accessible location; not labeled if in
compartment; improper rating; overcharged.
AGENCY NOTE: 10 BC is proper rating for fire
extinguisher.
k) Floor, Floor
Covering, Firewall, Occupant Compartment, and Engine Cover:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - holes are present;
sagging so that the integrity of the frame is jeopardized; broken; not firmly
attached.
2) WARNING - sagging
except when the integrity of the frame is jeopardized; torn, loose or missing
covering; missing or damaged floor stripping; defective boots; engine cover
does not latch or seal properly; loose carpeting or floor mat in driver's area.
1) Frame and Body:
1) Frame:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - broken; cracked; rusted through; structurally
unsafe; sagging; improper welds.
2) Body (Interior and Exterior):
A) Out-of-Service - collision damage that is
detrimental to the safe operation of the vehicle; not properly attached to the
frame; body tie downs loose or missing; holes penetrating interior of the
vehicle.
B) WARNING - holes not
penetrating interior of the vehicle; any other component loose, missing or
broken.
m) Fuel Storage and Delivery System:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - fuel tank is leaking or loose; fuel lines are
loose, leaking, sagging, rubbing, chaffing, cracked or broken; fuel cap is
missing.
n) Hood:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; broken; does not open; defective
latches or hinges.
o) Horn
(Interior):
OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing horn or horn component; defective; not
audible.
p) Lettering
(Interior and Exterior):
WARNING - signs or words "SCHOOL BUS" are present; emergency
exits are not labeled (if required); operating instructions are not present on
emergency exits (if required); vehicle empty weight and maximum passenger
capacity to the left of the service door is missing; name of the owner or the
entity for which the MFSAB is operated on both sides, centered as high as
practicable below the window line, is missing; identification number on both
the front and rear is missing; the decal, "TO COMMENT ON MY DRIVING CALL" or
"TO REPORT ERRATIC DRIVING CALL" followed by the area code and phone number of
the owner located either on the rear window glazing below the rear seat back,
on the body below the rear window line, or on the rear bumper is
missing.
q) Lights/Lamps
(Interior and Exterior):
1) Flashing 8-light
Signal System:
WARNING - mfsab is equipped with functioning flashing 8-light
signal system.
2)
Headlights:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; do
not function; not securely mounted.
B) WARNING - cracked lens on replaceable
light source; improper color; defective dimmer switch.
3) License Plate:
WARNING - missing; does not function; improper color; broken
lens or other component.
4)
Parking:
WARNING - missing; do not function; improper color; broken lens
or other component.
5)
Sidemarker:
WARNING - missing; do not function; improper color; broken lens
or other component.
6)
Stop/Brake:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; do
not function properly; broken lens; improper color.
B) WARNING - improper color; cracked
lens.
7) Tail:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; do not function
properly; broken lens; improper color.
B) WARNING - cracked lens.
8) Turn Signal (Front and Rear):
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; do not function;
broken lens; driver activation lever is defective or missing.
B) WARNING - improper color; cracked
lens.
9) Turn Signal
(Left and Right Armored) (if vehicle's GVWR is over 10,000 lbs.):
WARNING - side armored turn signal or signals are missing; do
not function; cracked lens; "armor" is missing.
r) Mirrors (Exterior and Interior):
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; not functioning
as required; broken mirror or mount; mirror is cracked, pitted or clouded to
obstruct driver's view; size or type not approved.
2) WARNING - cracked, clouded or pitted but
not obstructing driver's view; stickers or unauthorized materials are present;
loose or broken mounting.
s) Paint Requirements:
WARNING - MFSAB is painted national school bus glossy
yellow.
t) Pedals
(Accelerator, Service Brake, Clutch, Emergency/Parking Brake):
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; damaged; pedal
extensions are not from a manufacturer.
2) 3-DAY - rubber cover or non-skid material
is missing.
u)
Reflectors and Reflective Tape:
WARNING - missing; damaged; wrong color; not properly located
(refer to 92 Ill. Adm. Code 448).
v) School Bus Identification:
Warning - any of the following are present: "SCHOOL BUS"
lettering; "school bus yellow" paint; flashing 8-light system; stop signal arm
panel.
w) Seat Belt
(Driver's):
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE -missing;
broken; improper mounting; buckle does not operate properly.
2) WARNING - driver's retractor does not
operate properly; driver's seat belt is on the floor.
x) Seat Belts (Passenger):
OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing (if required, see AGENCY NOTE);
broken; improper mounting; buckle does not operate properly.
AGENCY NOTE: Each MFSAB shall be equipped with a retractable
lap belt assembly for the driver's seat. A shoulder harness is optional. FMVSS
require passenger safety belts on any MFSAB that has a GVWR of 10,000 lbs. or
less (i.e., a type II MFSAB). Passenger safety belts are optional on any MFSAB
that has a GVWR of more than 10,000 lbs. (i.e., a type I MFSAB). However,
optional safety belts installed on any type I MFSAB manufactured on or after
October 21, 2011 are required to meet the same FMVSS that are required for type
II MFSABs. (See
49 CFR
571.210 (October 1, 2013).)
y) Seat, Driver's:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - broken; loose;
missing.
2) WARNING - damaged
covering; not adjustable.
z) Seats, Passenger:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - loose; broken frame or
components.
2) WARNING - incorrect
height or center-to-center seat spacing; damaged covering; loose seat cushion;
metal seat frame not protected by padding.
aa) Steering System:
1) Exterior:
A) Linkage Components:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - broken; bent; welded repairs; loose;
insecurely mounted; missing.
B) Steering Components:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - broken; loose; leaking; binding; belts and
hoses frayed or cracked; power or power-assist unit inoperative or missing;
reservoir low or empty; incorrect fluid.
2) Interior:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - column support bracket is broken, loose or
missing; excessive up and down movement in steering shaft; excessive damage to
steering wheel; spokes are missing; lash exceeds acceptable limits.
bb) Steps, Entrance:
1) Out-of-Service - broken; rusted
through.
2) Warning - sagging;
damaged ribbing; obstructed (i.e., any item that is blocking or partially
blocking the steps).
cc)
Stop Signal Arm Panel (not applicable):
WARNING - MFSAB is equipped with a stop signal arm
panel.
dd) Suspension:
1) Shocks:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - broken; missing; broken
mounts.
B) WARNING - leakage; loose
mounting.
2) Springs and
Spring Components:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - any missing, broken, cracked, damaged or loose
spring or spring component.
3) Air
Out-of-Service - damaged; leaking air; not properly attached;
not sitting level; rubbing on any part of the frame or body.
ee) Warning Devices:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing.
2) WARNING - incomplete set; reflectors are
cracked or broken; flags are ripped or torn; emergency triangles are not
operational; not securely stored; not readily accessible.
ff) Wheels:
1) Wheel Housing:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - tire rubs against any portion of chassis, body
or bumper; housing does not allow for unimpeded wheel and tire service or
removal; housing does not provide clearance for installation and use of tire
chains; not firmly secured; holes are present.
2) Rim:
OUT-OF-SERVICE - cracked; broken; elongated holes; missing or
broken lug nuts; lock ring damaged; bent; improper welds.
3) Tires:
A) Steering axle:
i) OUT-OF-SERVICE - regrooved, recapped,
retreaded; restricting markings are present; insufficient tread depth at any
measured point of a major tread groove (less than 4/32); broken or cut cord;
any sign of carcass failure; tires are not same construction; regular and
mud/snow tread are mixed; radial and bias ply tires are used incorrectly; bias
tube installed on radial; valve stem is damaged; improper inflation; tire does
not meet what federal certification label requires for vehicle; tire size
(i.e., diameter and/or width) exceeds size of other tires on same
axle.
ii) WARNING signs of
excessive dry rot.
B)
Drive axle:
i) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing;
regrooved or recut on tire not labeled "regroovable"; restricting markings are
present; insufficient tread depth at any measured point of a major tread groove
(less than 2/32); broken or cut cord; any sign of carcass failure; tires are
not same construction; placement of mud/snow tread tire and regular tread tire
on same axle is not the same on each side of the axle; radial and bias ply
tires are used incorrectly; bias tube installed on radial; valve stem is
damaged; improper inflation; tire does not meet what federal certification
label requires for vehicle; tire size (i.e., diameter and/or width) exceeds
size of other tires on same axle.
ii) WARNING - signs of excessive dry
rot.
gg) Window Glazing:
1) Emergency Exits:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; shattered; any
sharp edge that could inflict cuts to the skin.
B) WARNING - improper "AS" rating; incorrect
glazing material; any crack to glazing; visibility obstructed.
2) Service Door Windows:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; shattered; any
sharp edge that could inflict cuts to the skin; visibility
obstructed.
B) WARNING - improper
"AS" rating; incorrect glazing material; any crack to glazing.
3) Side Windows:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; shattered; any
sharp edge that could inflict cuts to the skin; visibility obstructed in
driver's side window.
B) WARNING -
improper "AS" rating; incorrect glazing material; any crack to glazing;
visibility obstructed other than to driver's side window.
4) Windshield:
A) OUT-OF-SERVICE - missing; shattered; not
firmly sealed or attached; any crack more than 6 inches in length in the area
swept by the windshield wiper blade; any "starchip" measuring more than 1 inch
in diameter in the area swept by the windshield wiper blade; driver's
visibility obstructed; any sharp edge that could inflict cuts to the
skin.
B) WARNING - any crack more
than 6 inches in length outside the area swept by the windshield wiper blade;
any "starchip" more than 1 inch in diameter outside the area swept by the
windshield wiper blade; discoloration more than 3 inches up from the bottom or
more than 1 inch down from the top or in more than 1 inch from the left or
right side (except tinting that is allowed by Section 12-503 of the
Code).
hh)
Windshield Washer:
WARNING - does not operate properly; no fluid; broken; missing
components.
ii) Windshield
Wipers:
1) OUT-OF-SERVICE - wipers do not
operate properly; broken blades or arms; driver activation knob is defective or
missing.
2) WARNING - does not
cover entire cleaning area; rubber blades are damaged; does not park properly;
scratches windshield; wipers operate on only one speed.
jj) Wiring (Interior, Exterior, and Engine
Compartment) and Insulation:
WARNING - broken; not on proper circuit; frayed; not securely
attached; missing.
