Utah Administrative Code
Topic - Public Safety
Title R714 - Highway Patrol
Rule R714-162 - Equipment Standards for Heavy Motor Vehicle, Trailer and Bus Safety Inspections
Section R714-162-6 - Inspection Procedures
Universal Citation: UT Admin Code R 714-162-6
Current through Bulletin 2024-06, March 15, 2024
(1) The inspector shall complete the following tasks prior to inspecting the vehicle:
(a) collect appropriate registration
paperwork;
(i) _a vehicle may be inspected
without registration paperwork;
(b) verify the Vehicle Identification
Number;
(c) record the owner's full
name and vehicle information;
(d)
record the vehicle mileage;
(e)
remove the old inspection sticker; and
(f) enter the inspection date and inspector
number if using a paper inspection certificate.
(2) The inspector shall examine the vehicle's interior by completing the following tasks:
(a) inspect the windshield;
(b) inspect the required mirrors for adequate
visibility;
(c) inspect the
seatbelts for proper operation;
(d)
inspect the steering system;
(e)
inspect for play in the brake pedal;
(f) inspect the emergency brake for proper
operation;
(g) inspect the
horn;
(h) inspect the windshield
wiper and washer; and
(i) inspect
heater and defroster.
(3) The inspector shall examine the vehicle's exterior by completing the following tasks:
(a) inspect high and low beam
headlights;
(b) inspect headlights
for proper aim;
(c) inspect parking
lights, tail lights, signal lights, brake lights, marker lights, and
reflectors;
(d) inspect the light
for proper color;
(e) inspect the
tires for proper inflation, wear, and damage;
(f) inspect the body, fenders, door, hood
latches, and bumpers;
(g) inspect
for broken glass; and
(h) inspect
the window tinting by measuring the light transmittance on the front side
windows and windshield.
(4) The inspector shall examine items under the vehicle's hood by completing the following tasks:
(a) inspect belts;
(b) inspect hoses;
(c) inspect power steering pump;
(d) inspect wiring;
(e) inspect the exhaust manifold;
(f) inspect the master cylinder;
(g) inspect for fuel leaks; and
(h) inspect the air compressor.
(5) The inspector shall examine the vehicle's suspension and undercarriage by completing the following tasks:
(a) inspect wheel bearings;
(b) inspect ball joints;
(c) inspect tie rod ends;
(d) inspect idler arms;
(e) inspect shock absorbers;
(f) inspect springs;
(g) inspect the exhaust system;
(h) inspect floor pans; and
(i) inspect fuel system lines.
(6) The inspector shall examine the braking system by completing the following tasks:
(a) inspect for loose or missing lug
nuts;
(b) inspect for cracked
wheels;
(c) inspect pads or
shoes;
(d) inspect rotors or
drums;
(e) record the brake
measurements on the safety inspection sticker report;
(f) inspect for fluid leaks; and
(g) inspect brake hoses.
(7) If the vehicle passes inspection, the inspector shall:
(a) sign the sticker report;
and
(b) apply the new sticker to
the inspected vehicle.
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