HomeMy WebLinkAboutORDINANCE - 2042 - 5/23/1989 - TAXICABS, INSPECTION OFORDINANCE NO. 2042
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 18.4210 INSPECTIONS
OF ARTICLE XLII TAXICABS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
OF THE VILLAGE OF ELK GROVE VILLAGE
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police of the Village of Elk Grove
Village is responsible for the testing of taxicabs pursuant
to Village Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Chief has advised the President and Board
of Trustees of his recommendation that the Village sanction
and approve testing stations in order to provide a more thorough
inspection of licensed taxicabs to assure that said taxicabs
are mechanically dependable, safe, clean and satisfy the provi-
sions of Article XLII of Chapter 18 of the Elk Grove Municipal
Code; and
WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees after having
reviewed the recommendations of the Chief of Police find and
believe that Section 18.4210 Inspections should be amended pur-
suant to the recommendations of the Chief of Police.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board
of Trustees of the Village of Elk Grove Village, Counties of
Cook and DuPage, Illinois as follows:
Section 1: That Section 18.4210 Inspections of Article
XLII taxicabs of Chapter 18 of the Municipal Code of the Village
be and the same is hereby amended to read as follows:
18.4210 - Inspections/Inspection Sta,�ions
a) Inspections
1) The Chief of Police will cause inspection
of all licensed taxicabs to be done no
less than two (2) times a year.
2) After receiving notice from the Chief
of Police or his designated agent, a
taxicab company will be allowed seven
(7) days to take their licensed taxicab
to an inspection station for inspection.
Said inspection station shall be an offi-
cial State of Illinois testing station
or such other facility designated by
the Chief of Police to conduct inspections
required by this Section. The license
of all taxicabs not inspected within
that period will be suspended by direction
of the Village Manager.
3) Such inspection will include, but need
not be limited to, the following:
(1) Vehicle, make, year and vehicle
identification number
(2) State license number and year
(3) Village vehicle license number and
year
(4) Vehicle color
(5) Vehicle number
(6) Company name
(7) Service brakes
(8) Emergency brakes
(9) Horn
(10) Rear view mirror
(11) Windshield wipers and washers
(12) Headlights
(13) Tail lights
(14) Stop lights
(15) Turn signals
(16) Speedometer
(17) Taximeter
(18) Rates displayed
(19) Steering
(20) Interior condition
(21) Exterior condition
(22) Windows
(23) Tires
(24) Current bond sticker
4) Any taxicab failing to pass the inspection
will be given a period of five (5) working
days to allow for repairs. The vehicle
cannot be used as a taxicab for hire
until repairs have been completed and
it passes reinspection. If the taxicab
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does not pass reinspection within the
five (5) working day period, the taxi-
cab license will be suspended by direc-
tion of the Village Manager.
b) Inspection Stations
1)
The Chief of Police, in conjunction
with the Chiefs of Police of the Villages
of Arlington Heights, Schaumburg and
Mount Prospect, shall designate those
facilities which may serve as inspection
stations to conduct the vehicle inspec-
tions required by this Section, which
facilities may be within or without
the Village of Elk Grove Village. The
inspection stations shall comply with
established procedure and criteria for
the conducting of inspections and mini-
mum standards in order that a vehicle
be approved, a copy of said criteria
incorporated into the provisions of
this Ordinance by this reference and
copies of which shall be on file in
the Office of the Village Clerk, the
Police Department and the inspection
stations authorized by the Chief of
Police. He shall supply inspection
stations with certified inspection forms,
numbered certified vehicle inspection
stickers and such other supplies as
may be required to perform the duties
required by this Section and the regu-
lations established hereunder.
2)
A list of authorized inspection stations
shall be kept by the Chief of Police
and shall be given to each taxicab com-
pany together with the notice that vehi-
cles must be inspected. An owner may
use the authorized inspection station
of his choice.
3)
Inspection stations shall charge the
inspection fee authorized by the Chief
of Police for all taxicab inspections.
There shall be no charge for a reinspec-
tion within the five (5) working days
allowed for repairs to a vehicle that
fails the initial inspection. The
authorized inspection fee shall be
charged for reinspection made after
the five (5) working day grace period.
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4) The Chief of Police shall cause unan-
nounced spot checks of authorized in-
spection stations to assure compliance
with the inspection procedures, stan-
dards and fees, and shall investigate
all complaints of misconduct by inspec-
tion stations or their employees. Non-
compliance with the requirements of
this Section of the regulations estab-
lished by the Chief of Police shall be
cause for suspension or revocation of
the designation as an authorized inspec-
tion station.
Section 2: That any person, firm or corporation who vio-
lates the provisions of this Ordinance shall be subject to a
fine of not less than Twenty -Five ($25.00) Dollars nor more
than Five Hundred ($500.00) Dollars for each offense and a
separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during
or on which a violation occurs or continues to exist.
Section 3: That the Village Clerk is hereby authorized
to publish this Ordinance in pamphlet form.
Section 4: That this Ordinance shall be in full force
and effect from and after its passage, approval and publication
according to law.
VOTES: AYES: 5 NAYS: 0 ABSENT: 1
APPROVED:
Charles J. Zettek
VILLAGE PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
Patricia S. Smith
VILLAGE CLERK
PASSED this 23rd day of May 1989.
APPROVED this 23rd day of May 1989.
PUBLISHED this 25th day of May , 1989,
in pamphlet form.
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PUBLIC PASSENGER VEHICLE INSPECTIONS
iThe owner of a public passenger vehicle must submit his
vehicle for inspection prior to the issuance of a Public
Passenger Vehicle License or the renewal thereof, and
i shall also submit his vehicle for re -inspection every four
(4) months. with inspections being conducted in the months
of April, August and December of each calendar year, or at
any other time so deemed necessary by the municipality.
CERTIFIED PUBLIC PASSENGER VEHICLE INSPECTION
i Each municipality shall designate and certify their Public
- Passenger Vehicle Inspection Stations, supply them with
certified inspection forms and procedures as well as the
numbered certified vehicle inspection stickers. Also, each
1 municipality shall be responsible for spot checks of their
inspection stations to ensure compliance of the inspection
procedures.
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PUBLIC PASSENGER VEHICLE INSPECTION FEES
4 Prior to the inspection of a Public Passenger Vehicle, the
owner of said vehicle shall pay a fee of $25.00 to the in-
spection station.
If the vehicle is found to be in need of repair(s) the
owner shall have seven (7) working days to make the neces-
sary repair(s) and resubmit the vehicle for inspection free
of further charges. After the period of seven (7) working
j days, any re -inspection will be charged another $25.00 fee.
CERTIFIED INSPECTION STICKERS
_i Upon the completion of a successful inspection, the inspec-
tion station shall affix the appropriate certified sticker
to the lower left hand corner of the rear window.
On subsequent inspection dates, the inspection station
shall, as a first priority, remove the old sticker from the
window before beginning the inspection. If the vehicle fails
the inspection, the owner shall no longer use the vehicle, or
allow the vehicle to be used for hire until such time the
vehicle has completed a successful inspection.
Any Public Passenger Vehicle found to be operating for hire
without a certified sticker, or an expired sticker; will re-
sult in the owner and operator being cited for said illegal
operacion
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TAXI/LIMO INSPECTION REPORT
TO ALL OFFICIAL TESTING STATION OWNERS:
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The procedure outlined in these Rules and Regulations should be carefully reviewed
and studied by your entire organization. Be thoroughly familiar with all the
provisions, regulations, and laws that pertain to safety tests.
Remember that your station will be judged by the condition of the vehicles bearing
its Certificates of Safety. Failure to safety test vehicles in accordance with
these Rules and Regulations may well result in the suspension of your station permit.
Please protect Certificates of Safety from theft.
Your cooperation is requested.
OFFICIAL TEST PROCEDURE
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Each vehicle must have a separate official vehicle inspection report.
When a vehicle is presented for a safety test, the owner, the certified safety tester
or other station employee shall complete the following parts of the vehicle inspec-
tion report by printing the following information. Remember to press hard since you
are using a multiform set.
1. Enter the name of the taxi/limo company in Field nl.
2. Enter taxi number printed on side of vehicle in Field 712.
3. Enter Illinois Registration number of vehicle in Field 03.
4. Enter vehicle make in Field 794.
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5. Enter model year of vehicle in Field tis.
6. Enter model of vehicle in Field #6.
7. Enter vehicle's primary color in Field 47.
8. Enter vehicle identification number (Vin) of vehicle in Field f8. Use the
1' actual Vin number that is on the vehicle - do not copy from registration card.
9. Enter vehicle's current odomoter reading in Field f9.
ONLY A CERTIFIED SAFETY TESTER MAY COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PROCEDURE:
The Certified Safety Tester shall make a physical check of the Vin on the vehicle,
and the Vin an the Vehicle Inspection Report to.determine if each is identical to
- the Vin shown on the registration card or proof of ownership. DO NOT PROCEED with
the test if the numbers do not agree.
The Certified Safety Tester will remove completely any Inspection Certificates of
Safety affixed to the vehicle before proceeding with the test.
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The Certified Safety Tester will take possession of the vehicle to be tested
TESTING PROCEDURE
10. Procedure - Mirrors
A. Exterior Rearview Mirror:
From the driver's position
visually inspect exterior
mirror on driver's side for
a clear and reasonable un-
obstructed view to the rear.
Look for correct location,
stable mounting, cracks,
sharp edges, unnecessary
protrusion.
B. Interior Rearview Mirror:
From the driver's position,
visually inspect interior
mirror for proper mounting,
location, cracks, sharp edges,
and ease of adjustment.
11. Procedure - Body Damaaes
Inspect exterior of vehicle for
signs of damage to body.
12. Procedure - Bumoers/Gas Cap
Inspect front and rear bumpers
for signs of damage and improper
attachment.
Inspect for presence of gas cap.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Mirror not mounted on stable
support.
B. Mirror cracked, pitted or
clouded.
C. Mirror missing.
D. Forward vision is unsafely
obstructed by mirror assembly.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Sheetmetal dents are over 2" deep
or over 18" in length at its longest
point.
B. Torn metal, or other loose or dis-
located parts that protrude from
the surface of the vehicle.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Either bumper is missing.
B. Either bumper is loosely
attached, or protruding creating a
hazard to pedestrians, cyclists, or
other vehicles.
C. Either bumper has a dent which is
over 2" deep.
D. Vehicle has no gas cap.
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13. Procedure - Headlights
.t Inspect headlights.
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14. Procedure - Tailliahts
i� Inspect taillights
l 15. Procedure - Registration Lights
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Inspect vehicle's registration
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16. Procedure - Brake Lights
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Inspect vehicle's brake light
warning system.
17. Procedure - Hazard/Warning Liahts
Inspect vehicle's hazard/warning
light system.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any light not securely fastened
to vehicle.
B. Any light turned or inclined so
that its light is not properly
directed.
C. Any light fails to light properly -
check both high and low beam
functions.
D. Beam indicator lamps do not indicate
the proper beam to the driver and do
not function properly.
RP,ject Vehicle If:
A. Any bulb in any required lamp or
light fails to function properly.
B. A lens is cracked or broken, or
not securely attached to vehicle.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any bulb in the required lamp or
light fails to function properly.
B. A lens is -cracked, broken, or
missing.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any bulb in the required lamp or
light fails to function properly.
B. A lens is cracked, broken or
missing.
C. Any lamp or light shows a beam of
color contrary to law or regulation.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any bulb in the reauired lamp or
light fails to function properly.
B• A lens is cracked, broken or
missing.
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Procedure - Turn Sianals
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect vehicle's turn signals
A.
Any bulb in the required lamp or
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light fails to function properly.
B.
A lens is cracked, broken or missing.
C.
Any lamp or light shows a beam of
color contrary to law or regulation.
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Procedure - Doors & Latches
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect door latches, locks,
A.
Doors or door parts are missing,
hinges, and handles for proper
broken, or sagging so that the door
operation, fastening, bad
cannot be properly operated.
adjustment, broken or missing
components. (Try doors and locks.)
20.
Procedure - Trunk & Hood
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect trunk & hood lid latch
A.
Trunk lid parts are missing, broken
locks and hinaes for proper
or sagging so that trunk cannot
operation fastening, bad adjustment,
be properly operated.
broken or missing components.
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Hood lid parts are missing, broken
Inspect vehicle for presence of
or sagging so that hood cannot be
hazardous or flammable materials.
properly operated.
C.
Hazardous or flammable materials
are found in passenger compartment
or trunk.'
21.
Procedure - Spare Tire
Reject
Vehicle If:
Inspect spare tire for wear and
A.
Thread wear indicators contact the
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proper mounting.
road in any adjacent.grooves at
three (3) equally spaced intervals
around the circumference of the tire.
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Tire is not securely mounted in -
trunk.
23.
Procedure - ID Markinas
Reject'Vehicle
If:
Inspect vehicle's identity
A.
Vehicle does not have the name of the
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markings.
owner/company on the outside of one
door on both sides of the vehicle,
in plainly printed letters not less
than 2" high.
B.
Vehicle is trot individually numbered
with plainly printed numerals not
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less than 2" high and no two vehicles
shall bear the same number.
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23. Procedure - Horn b Defroster
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect for presence of
A.
Horn not,audible.
- horn control device and
{ horn.
B.
Defrosters not working properly.
Inspect front defrosters.
24. Procedure - Wioers/Washers
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect window washers and
A.
Wiper(s) fails to operate for full
wipers for proper operation.
stroke, or will not return to proper
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"park" position out of driver's
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critical view area when shut off.
Wiper(s) smears or severely streaks
windshield.
B.
Blade(s) exhibits damaged, torn,
hardened, or physical breakdown of
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rubber wiping element.
C.
Parts of blade(s) or arm(s) are
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missing, severely damaged, or
contacting glazing.
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Arm fails to force the blade to
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contact the windshield firmly.
E.
Washers fail to function.
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System not capable of cleaning an
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effective wash area.
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Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect all windows of vehicle
A.
Plywood, cardboard, or other opaque
_ for presence of approved
material is used in any window.
- glazing and damage.
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B.
There are scratches or abrasions in
the glass which are more than 1/2"
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wide and more than 6 inches in length.
There are any "spider webs" or holes.
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There are any "star chips" or "bullsey
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(stone nicks) larger than 1 1/2 inches
in the driver's viewing area. There i
a crack where an edge can be felt on
the wiper side of the windshield.
C.
Windshield has more than the top 6"
tinted.
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Any windows in front of the rear of
the driver's seat are tinted.
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26. Procedure - Window Operation
Inspect all door windows for
proper operation.
27. Procedure - Front/Rear Floors
Inspect vehicle front and rear
floors by stamping on floors
with foot.
28. Procedure - Seats
Inspect all seats for proper
operation of adjusting mechanism
and to see that they are securely
anchored to floor.
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29. Procedure - Safety Belts
Inspect vehicle for seat belts
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30. Procedure - All Gauqes
Inspect all gauges on vehicle
dashboard.
31. Procedure - Rate Display
Inspect vehicle for presence of
rate card being displayed.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any window will not roll up and
down as intended by the vehicle
manufacturer.
B. Any sharp edges of the window which
could inflict a cut or injury.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any floor is not solid, i.e., any
holes or excess play are cause for
rejection.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any seat is not securely anchored
to floor or adjusting mechanism
slips out of position when braking
or steering.
B. Seats are excessively dirty.
C. Seats have cuts or slashes exceeding
3" in length.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. If there is not one operable seat
belt for every seat position.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Any gauge is not functioning as
originally designed.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. If rate card is not displayed as
to be in view of all passengers.
32. Procedure - Emeraency Brake
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Inspect vehicle for presence
r of emeraency brake. Apply
operating control fully and
{ release activating mechanism.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Kot equipped with properly functioni
emergency brake system.
B. Operating mechanism does not hold
parking brake in the applied position
after hand, or foot, is removed from
control lever.
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C.
Actuating mechanism not fully released
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32. Procedure - Emeraency Brake
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Inspect vehicle for presence
r of emeraency brake. Apply
operating control fully and
{ release activating mechanism.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Kot equipped with properly functioni
emergency brake system.
B. Operating mechanism does not hold
parking brake in the applied position
after hand, or foot, is removed from
control lever.
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C.
Actuating mechanism not fully released
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when parking brake release control is
operated properly.
j 33. Procedure - Brakes
(Front)
Reject
Vehicle If:
r Inspect brake pads
and disc
A.
If any disc or brake pad is cracked.
for wear.
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Rivet or pad backing is rutbirg disc.
C.
Lining is worn past wear indicator,
if so equipped.
D.
Less than 1/16" of brake material is
left on bonded brake pads or less than
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1/16" of brake material is exposed
over rivets of riveted pads.
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Any brake fluid leaking from any
hoses, couplings or calipers.
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Any other condition that would be
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(Rear)
Reject Vehicle If:
Remove rear brake
drums -
A.
Any drum or brake shoe is cracked.
inspect drums and
brake shoes
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B.
Any rivet or pad backing is rubbing
drum.
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C.
Any brake fluid leaking from any hoses
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couplings or calipers.
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Less than 1/16" of brake material is
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left on bonded brake shoes or less tha
1/16" of brake material is exposed ove
rivets on riveted shoes.
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35. Procedure - Ball Joints
Inspect ball joints as per each
manufacturers instructions.
36. Procedure - Wheel Bearings
With the front end of the vehicle
lifted so as to load any ball
joints, grasp the front tire
top and bottom. Rock it in and
out, and record movement. To
verify that any looseness de-
tected is in the wheel bearing,
notice the relative movement
between the brake drum or disc
and the backing plate or splash
shield.
37. Procedure - Tires
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Movement in excess of manufacturers
specifications is observed.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Relative movement between drum and
backing plate, measured at the tire,
is 1/4 -inch or more.
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect all tires for wear. A. Tread wear indicators contact the
Use thread depth gauge. Inspect road in any 2 adjacent grooves at
all wheel bolts. 3 equally spaced intervals around
the circumference of the tire.
B. Tread groove depth is less than
2/32 inch in any 2 adjacent grooves
at 3 essentially equally spaced
intervals around the circumference
of the tire.
C. A broken or cut cord can be seen.
Rubber is worn, cracked, cut or
otherwise deteriorated or damaged _
so that a cord can be seen - - either
when the tire is not touched or when
the edges of the crack, cut, or damage
are parted or lifted by hand.
D. Tire has bump, bulge, knot or other
evidence of partial carcass failure,
air seepage, or loss of adhesion betwe
carcass and tread or sidewall.
E. A valve stem leaks; or is cracked; or
either damaged or positioned so as to
hamper pressure checking or inflation;
or shows evidence of wear because of
misalignment.
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37. Procedure - Tires
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i 38. Procedure - Steering Mechanism
;t Inspect power steering belts for
proper condition and tension.
Visually inspect gear, hoses,
tubes, connector, cylinders,
ii valves, pump, and pump mounting.
Turn steering wheel through a
full right and left turn and
,f feel for binding or jamming
conditions.
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39. Procedure - Shock Absorbers
With vehicle on level surface,
_+ bounce one corner of vehicle and
determine the number of times
vehicle bounces before leveling
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With vehicle on a hoist or jacked
up, visually inspect shock absorbers
for excessive leakage, looseness of
mounting, brackets, and bolts.
Physically grab upper and lower
portion of shock inspecting for
looseness in rubber bushing,
mounting brackets, or bolts.
Reject Vehicle If: (Continued)
F. A tire or wheel is rubbing against
any portion of the suspension, chassis
or body.
G. Any wheel or rim securing device such
as a nut, bolt, stud, lug, ring, or
other type securing device is loose,
missing, or cracked.
H. Wheel locating hole(s) are elongated,
oversize, or "wallowed out". Any
part of a wheel or rim is cracked,
repaired by welding or rewelding, or
damaged so as to cause unsafe operation
of the vehicle. ,
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Belts are badly frayed or cracked on
inner edge.
B. Any hose, tube, or connector has
been rubbed by moving parts; leakage
at any point in the system; gear,
pump mounting, or connector is loose
or broken.
C. Binding or jamming occurs.
Reject Vehicle If:
A. Vehicle continues bouncing more than
two cycles, indicating loss of shock
absorber function.
B. Severe leakage (not slight dampness)
occurs.
C. Mounting bolts or mounts are broken
or loose, or rubber bushing is partially
or completely missing.
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40. Procedure - Sorings
Reject
Vehicle If:
Inspect front and rear for broken
A.
Springs or torsion bars are broken.
leaves or bar damage. Inspect
Shackles or "U" bolts worn or loose.
spring shackles, bushing, "U"
Center bolt in springs sheared or
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broken. Steering stops allow tire
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to rub on frame or metal. Any leaves
are cracked, or shackle, shackle pins,
hangers, or "U" bolts are worn or
loose.
41. Procedure - linkaoes/Seals
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect all front end linkages
A.
Any front end linkage is loose, bent,
and all axle seals.
defective or out of manufacturer's
specifications.
B.
Any axle seal is found to be defective
and/or leaking.
42. Procedure - Exhaust System
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect manifold(s), muffler(s),
A.
There are loose connections or leaking
catalytic converter, resonator(s),
joints.
all pipe(s), gaskets and supporting
hardware. Rusted or corroded surfaces
B.
There are holes (other than manufacturer
should be given particular attention.
or rusted through places.
(Holes in the system made by the man-
ufacturer for drainage are NOT cause
C.
Parts of system are not securely
for rejection.) Make certain exhaust
fastened.
- system on any vehicle extends to out-
side edge of vehicle.
D.
Muffler cutout, bypass, or similar
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device that allows excessive noise
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is present. (Noise is excessive if
vehicle emits more noise than with
original equipment.)
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E.
Any part of exhaust system passes -
through the passenger compartment.
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F.
Exhaust system does not extend to
outside edge of the passenger vehicle.
G.
Vehicle has defective or no catalytic
converter.
43. Procedure - Miscellaneous
Reject Vehicle If:
Inspect vehicle and note any other
A.
During inspection another potentially
potentially unsafe problem areas.
unsafe condition is identified.
- (Describe condition in the lines
provided.)
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44. Procedure - Measured Mile
{ Have vehicle driver stop vehicle
at start of measured mile. Reset
fare meter on $0.00. Drive vehicle
to end of measured mile.
NOTE: Course for measured mile
will be laid out by your
local Police Department
and will be located within
your immediate vicinity.
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45. Print taxi meter number in the box.
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Reject Vehicle If:
A. After transversing measured mile,
the fare amount shown on fare meter
is different from posted rate amount.
1 46. If taxi meter passes inspection, it shall be sealed and the box on this line
is to be checked.
47. If vehicle has passed ALL previous tests, check this box and issue sticker.
See separate instructions fog method of issuing sticker.
48. Mechanic inspecting vehicle is.to sign their name and the date tested on this
line.
49. Name of the agency that inspected vehicle is to be printed on this line.
50. Inspecting agency's address and phone number are to be written on this line.
51. Distribution of inspection report:
White: Inspecting agency to send this copy to
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for inspection. This copy is to be kept in the vehicle's glove box.
' Blue: Inspecting agency to keep this copy of the report on file for at least
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one (1) year from the date of inspection.