PA State Auto Inspection: Vehicle Regulations and Requirements, Exams of Welding Inspection Technologies

Download PA State Auto Inspection: Vehicle Regulations and Requirements and more Exams Welding Inspection Technologies in PDF only on Docsity! PA State Auto Inspection with complete solutions graded A latest Stickers shall be kept where? - correct answerKept under lock and key in a safe place What is done with any unused stickers? - correct answerKeep them until the QAO comes around. You get a 75% refund on unused stickers. First offense of faulty inspection and improper inspection? - correct answerCategory 1 violation. 2 months suspension. When checking registration or VIN what do we look for, and what if there's a problem? - correct answerVIN number and license plate must agree with registration card. Allowed to have one number off or two numbers transposed (out of order) if the owner proves forms have been sent to Penn DOT. VIN plate can't be loose, defaced, or missing. If there is a problem owner must get a corrected registration or show that proper forms have been sent to Penn DOT. What do you check glazing for? - correct answerApproved safety glass must be in every window and it must be permanently labeled. See Appendix C(f) Non transparent material or glass etchings may not obstructs the drivers view and may not be higher than 3-1/2 inches from the bottom of any side or rear window. Glass may not be shattered, broken or have sharp edges. No defects in the acute area or the critical area or the windshield. Louvers can't obstruct driver's vision. Dual side mirrors are required when using sunscreen or louvers. What area of the windshield can there be no imperfections? - correct answerThe acute area. (8-1/2 X 5-1/2) List all the ways to check the wipers. - correct answerSpeed at manufactures specs or at least 45 cycles per minute Blades can't be torn or smear or streak after 5 cycles. Must have all wipers Wipers must reset to rest position. Washer system working on cars/light trucks newer than 1968. What do you check the doors and trunk lid for? - correct answerMust be original equipment or same type. Must close securely. List all the ways to check mirrors. - correct answerMirrors can't be cracked, discolored or broken., PA State Auto Inspection with complete solutions graded A latest Mirrors must hold adjustment. Can't be loose. Cars with louvers and sunscreens must have 2 outside mirrors (19-1/2 square inches each). No junk hanging from rear view mirror. What's the rule for fender flares? - correct answerMay not exceed 3 inches. What do you check floor for? - correct answerMust be able to support weight of people and cargo. No holes allowed. What is the bumper height for a car and a truck. - correct answerMust be as strong as and no longer than original bumper. Can't be broken or torn. Wood planks on service trucks (wreckers) only. Height- passenger vehicles 16-20 inches above ground MPVs, SUV's and light trucks 16-30 inches above ground. Turn signals should have a frequency of flash between __________ flashes per minute. - correct answer60 - 120 flashes per minute. What are the guidelines for back up lights? - correct answerMust turn off when not in reverse OR have a dash indicator light or audible warning. What are the guidelines for broken lenses? - correct answerWill not pass if white light shows through. List three reasons for rejecting shocks. - correct answerMissing shocks Mounts or mounting bolts broken Severe leakage. Slight dampness OK What's the minimum steering wheel size? - correct answer13 inches The horn should be heard at least ________feet away. - correct answer200 feet What do we look for when checking the brake pedal? - correct answerCan't go down more than 80% of total travel. Can't fade when vehicle is stopped. (bleed by in master cylinder) No excessive friction in linkage. Can't be missing the rubber pedal pad. What's the min. brake specs for Bonded?_______Riveted?_________ - correct answerBonded 2/32 Riveted 1/32 PA State Auto Inspection with complete solutions graded A latest What is the most an unmarked drum can be machined? - correct answer.090" over original diameter. What is the deepest a groove can be in a drum or rotor? - correct answer.015" . Can a ply be broken on a leaf spring? - correct answerYes. MAIN leaf may not be broken. What do we check inside the trunk for? - correct answerNo holes in floor bed or inner panels Floor strong enough to hold cargo. How do we check the emergency brake? - correct answerBrakes must set before pedal travels it's limit. Brakes must exhibit resistance when you try to move the car. Acute area - correct answerThe part of the windshield 8-1/2 inches wide by 5-1/2 inches high directly in front of the driver's line of vision. Critical area - correct answerThe part of the windshield that the wipers sweep. Fleet inspection station - correct answerA station certificate to inspect all types of vehicles leased or owned by the person that has the station certificate. Must have at least 15 vehicles. GVWR - correct answerThe loaded weight of a single vehicle as specified on the Federal weight certification label attached to the vehicle. ( DIFFERENT THAN (GW) GROSS WEIGHT ) Light truck - correct answerRegistered gross weight of 11,000 lbs or less. Medium truck . - correct answerRegistered gross weight from 11,001 to 17,000 lbs inclusive Heavy truck - correct answerRegistered gross weight in excess of 17,000 lbs. Safety insert tab - correct answerThe numbers applied to the inspection sticker (safety certificate of inspection) that show when the sticker expires. PA State Auto Inspection with complete solutions graded A latest Passenger vehicle - correct answerMotor vehicle (except a motor cycle) designed to carry 15 passengers or less. Primarily used for transporting people. A bus is a vehicle designed to carry 16 or more passengers (including the driver) Certificate of inspection - correct answerInspection sticker MV 431 - correct answerUse MV-480 for motorcycles, mopeds, and trailers. Inspection report sheet for all motor vehicles EXCEPT motor cycles and motor driven cycles. (mopeds 5 H.P. or less) Annually - correct answerOnce a year (12 months) Semi annually - correct answerTwice a year (6 months) What must you or the station owner do when you start at a new place? of employment? - correct answerNotification must be given to the quality assurance officer and the Vehicle Control Division. Your name must be placed on Form TS-443 (listing of mechanics) Stipulation for fog lamps. - correct answerMay be used only with low beam headlights. Stipulation for driving lamps - correct answerMay be used only with high beam headlights. Foreign vehicle - correct answerAny vehicle not registered in Pennsylvania. How can we tell if a vehicle is from an emission inspection area? - correct answerLook for the emissions insert on the inspection sticker or a emissions inspection sticker. Look for the IM on the registration card. If a vehicle is from an emission area, what is our responsibility when inspecting the vehicle? - correct answerWhen placing the inspection sticker on the vehicle we must use an emissions insert. . Name the 3 types of vehicles we check "scrub" line on. - correct answerStreet Rods Specially Constructed Vehicles Reconstructed Vehicles. List the types of hammers required for the inspection station. - correct answerBall-peen Plastic or Brass PA State Auto Inspection with complete solutions graded A latest Rubber An inspection station must be open for a minimum of ______ hours. - correct answer40 hours per day unless you get a waiver from the Bureau. If an inspection station is open on Saturday for fuel and service only must an inspection mechanic be on duty? - correct answerNO- only during normal business hours (7:00 - 5:00 Mon-Fri) Is the inspection fee for a vehicle that fails the same as for a vehicle that passes? - correct answerYes- Pass or Fail: Same price. Is the price of the sticker included in the fee for inspection? - correct answerNO- the price of the sticker is separate. Must have a sign listing them separately. How many stations can a technician be registered at? - correct answerAs many as he/she wants to as long as they notify the inspection supervisor and the Vehicle Control Division of the Names and station numbers of the places they are working. What is the minimum age of the inspection mechanic? - correct answer18 What two documents must a mechanic carry when performing an inspection? - correct answerDriver's License and Mechanic Card Must the inspection technician be re certified and if so how often? - correct answerYes - Every 3 years. How many days does a mechanic have to take his recertification test? after being notified it's due to expire? - correct answer180 days. What is the meaning of 20-20-12? - correct answerA passenger vehicle going 20 MPH must stop within 20 feet without swerving outside of a 12 foot wide lane. To inspect a motorcycle does the inspection mechanic need a motor cycle license? - correct answerYES . What 5 items must be marked on the back of the certificates of inspection? - correct answer(stickers) Expiration date, VIN, Date of inspection, Brakes inspected, Signature Is a new Certificate of Appointment needed if you move your