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Subchapter D. SCHEDULE OF PENALTIES AND SUSPENSIONS: OFFICIAL INSPECTION STATIONS AND CERTIFIED MECHANICS § 175.51. Cause for suspension.
(a) Schedule. The complete operation of an official inspection station is the responsibility of the owner. Failure to comply with the appropriate provisions of 75 Pa.C.S. [§§ 101—9821] (relating to [the] Vehicle Code) will be considered sufficient cause for suspension of inspection privileges. A violator is also subject to criminal prosecution.
Duration of Suspension
Type of Violation
1st Violation
2nd Violation
3rd and Subsequent
Violation
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(x) Failure to satisfy monetary penalties for violations of Chapter 177 (relating to emission inspection program) within 90 days of notification Suspension until
amount due is paid2 months or until amount due is paid, whichever is greater 6 months or until amount due is paid, whichever is greater * * * * *
Subchapter E. PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS § 175.66. Lighting and electrical systems.
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(l) Auxiliary driving lamps and fog lamps. Auxiliary driving lamps and fog lamps may be installed on a passenger vehicle or light truck if the lamps comply with the following:
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(11) Guidance laser systems used during highway maintenance operations, such as line painting and snow plowing, are authorized if they comply with 21 CFR 1040.10 (relating to laser products) for Class IIIa laser products and Occupational Health and Safety Administration Standard 1926.54 and are installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's requirements. Guidance laser systems may not emit red or blue light visible to other motorists.
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§ 175.78. Chassis.
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(e) Bumpers. A vehicle specified under this subchapter shall be equipped with bumpers of a type used as original equipment, or a suitable replacement which is equal to or greater in strength than that provided by the vehicle manufacturer, securely attached to the chassis or frame. See 75 Pa.C.S. § 4536 (relating to bumpers).
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(5) [Bumper height. Bumper height shall be as follows:
(i) Some part of the main horizontal bumper bar, exclusive of any bumper guards, on passenger vehicles and light trucks shall fall within 16 inches aboveground level and may not exceed the following limits:
Maximum Height
Vehicle Class
Front Bumper (or Frame
if any of the conditions in
subparagraph (iv) apply)Rear Bumper (or Frame if
any of the conditions in
subparagraph (iv) apply)Passenger cars 22 inches 22 inches Trucks and multipurpose passenger Vehicles 5,000 lbs. or less GVWR 24 inches 26 inches 5,001 lbs.—7,000 lbs. GVWR 27 inches 29 inches 7,001 lbs.—9,000 lbs. GVWR 28 inches 30 inches 9,001 lbs.—11,000 lbs. GVWR 30 inches 30 inches
(ii) The front and rear height measurements shall be made to the bottom edge of the foremost portion of the frame rail, or to the original mounting brackets, whichever is lower, if one of the following apply:
(A) The bumper height, relative to the frame rail, has been altered.
(B) The vehicle was not originally equipped with a front or rear bumper.
(C) A supplemental bumper has been added.
(D) The manufacturer's specified bumper has been replaced with a bumper not identical to the manufacturer's specified bumper.]
Some part of the main horizontal bumper bar on passenger vehicles shall fall within 16-20 inches above ground level.
(6) Some part of the main horizontal bumper bar on multipurpose passenger vehicles and light trucks shall fall within 16-30 inches above ground level.
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[(i) Rear wheel shields. Trucks shall be constructed or equipped to bar water or other road surface substances thrown from rear wheels of the vehicle at tangents exceeding 22.5°, measured from the road surface, from passing in a straight line to rear of the vehicle. See 75 Pa.C.S. § 4533 (relating to rear wheel shields).]
§ 175.80. Inspection procedure.
(a) External inspection. An external inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Verify ownership, legality and proof of financial responsibility. For the purpose of this subchapter, ownership and legality shall be proven by a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. When a vehicle being held for resale is presented for inspection by a dealer licensed to sell vehicles in this Commonwealth, a VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney evidencing the dealership's acquisition of the vehicle, or both, may be presented instead of a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
(i) When vehicle ownership and legality are demonstrated by presentation of certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney:
(A) The VIN is not in agreement with the [vehicle registration card,] certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney. Exception: If only one digit is incorrect or two digits are transposed, and the owner provides evidence that the appropriate [department] Department form has been completed to correct the error or transposition.
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(Editor's Note: The effective date of § 175.80(a)(5)(v) was postponed indefinitely in the final-form rulemaking published at 33 Pa.B. 5823 (November 29, 2003). This proposed rulemaking will give effect to the subparagraph.)
(5) Check outside mirrors and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(v) The mirrors, if originally so equipped, are missing.
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(7) Check the flooring and floor beds and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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[(iii) A truck is not equipped with rear wheel shields—mud flaps—as required under 75 Pa.C.S. § 4533 (relating to rear wheel shields).]
(8) Check the bumpers and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(iii) [Some part of the main horizontal bumper bar, exclusive of bumper guards, on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles and light trucks does not fall within 16 inches aboveground level or exceeds the following limits:
Maximum Height
Vehicle Class Front Bumper (or Frame if
any of the conditions in
subparagraph (iv) apply)Rear Bumper (or Frame if
any of the conditions in
subparagraph (iv) apply)Passenger cars 22 inches 22 inches Trucks and multipurpose passenger Vehicles 5,000 lbs. or less GVWR 24 inches 26 inches 5,001 lbs.—7,000 lbs. GVWR 27 inches 29 inches 7,001 lbs.—9,000 lbs. GVWR 28 inches 30 inches 9,001 lbs.—11,000 lbs. GVWR 30 inches 30 inches]
Some part of the main horizontal bumper bar on passenger vehicles does not fall within 16-20 inches above ground level.
(iv) [The front and rear height measurements shall be made to the bottom edge of the foremost portion of the frame rail, or to the original mounting brackets, whichever is lower, if one of the following apply:
(A) The bumper height, relative to the frame rail, has been altered.
(B) The vehicle was not originally equipped with a front or rear bumper.
(C) A supplemental bumper has been added.
(D) The manufacturer's specified bumper has been replaced with a bumper not identical to the manufacturer's specified bumper.]
Some part of the main horizontal bumper bar on multipurpose passenger vehicles and light trucks does not fall within 16-30 inches above ground level.
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(b) Internal inspection. An internal inspection shall be performed as follows:
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(Editor's Note: The effective date of § 175.80(b)(7)(iv) was postponed indefinitely in the final-form rulemaking published at 33 Pa.B. 5823. This proposed rulemaking will give effect to the subparagraph.)
(7) Check the inside [the] mirror and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(iv) The mirror, if originally so equipped, is missing.
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(e) Beneath the vehicle inspection. A beneath the vehicle inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Inspect the tires and wheels and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(xxii) A tire is smaller than the manufacturer's recommended minimum size or below the manufacturer's recommended load rating.
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Subchapter F. MEDIUM AND HEAVY TRUCKS AND BUSES § 175.96. Lighting and electrical systems.
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(g) Condition and position of lamps. Lamps shall be properly fastened; direct light properly; be of a color not contrary to Tables II—IV; and may not be obstructed by a screen, bar, auxiliary equipment or a device so as to obscure, change the color of or obstruct the beam. Exception: A bus used for public transportation may be equipped with a device used to carry pedalcycles mounted on the front of the bus if the device, including the pedalcycle, does not extend more than 36 inches.
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(l) Auxiliary driving lamps and fog lamps. Auxiliary driving lamps and fog lamps may be installed on a medium or heavy truck and bus if the lamps comply with the following:
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(11) Guidance laser systems used during highway maintenance operations, such as line painting and snow plowing are authorized if they comply with 21 CFR 1040.10 (relating to laser products) for Class IIIa laser products and Occupational Health and Safety Administration Standard 1926.54 and are installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's requirements. Guidance laser systems may not emit red or blue light visible to other motorists.
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§ 175.105. Exhaust systems.
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(b) Exhaust system requirements. A vehicle specified under this subchapter shall be constructed, equipped, maintained and operated to prevent engine exhaust gases from penetrating and collecting in any part of the vehicle occupied by the driver or a passenger, in addition to the requirements of this title for emission control systems and smoke control for a diesel-powered vehicle.
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(5) An exhaust system shall extend and discharge completely to the outside edge of the vehicle body, including a truck bed, or as originally designed, except for the following:
(i) [Heavy trucks or truck tractors. The exhaust system of every heavy truck and truck tractor shall discharge to the atmosphere at a location to the rear of the cab or, if the exhaust projects above the cab, at a location near the rear of the cab.
(ii)] Gasoline powered buses, including school buses. The exhaust system of a bus powered by a gasoline engine shall discharge to the atmosphere at or within 6 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus. [Until June 15, 1998, the tailpipe of school buses may extend to, but not beyond the body limits on the left side of the school bus within 60 inches of the left rear wheel as measured from the center of the wheel axis.
(iii)] (ii) Buses, including school buses, powered by fuels other than gasoline. The exhaust system of a bus using fuels other than gasoline shall discharge to the atmosphere either at or within 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the vehicle; or to the rear of all doors or windows designed to be opened, except windows designed to be opened solely as emergency exits. [Until June 15, 1998, the tailpipe of school buses may extend to, but not beyond the body limits on the left side of the school bus within 60 inches of the left rear wheel as measured from the center of the wheel axis.]
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§ 175.110. Inspection procedure.
(a) External inspection. An external inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Verify ownership, legality and proof of financial responsibility. For the purpose of this subchapter, ownership and legality shall be proven by a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. When a vehicle being held for resale is presented for inspection by a dealer licensed to sell vehicles in this Commonwealth, a VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney evidencing the dealership's acquisition of the vehicle, or both, may be presented instead of a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
(i) When vehicle ownership and legality are demonstrated by presentation of certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney:
(A) The VIN is not in agreement with the [vehicle registration card,] certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney. Exception: If only one digit is incorrect or two digits are transposed, and the owner provides evidence that the appropriate Department form has been completed to correct [an] the error or transposition.
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(9) Check the lamps and lenses and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(ix) The auxiliary equipment is placed on, in or in front of a lamp. Exception: A bus used for public transportation may be equipped with a device used to carry pedalcycles mounted on the front of the bus if the device, including the pedalcycle, does not extend more than 36 inches.
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(d) Beneath the vehicle inspection. A beneath the vehicle inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Inspect the tires and wheels and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(xxii) A tire is smaller than the manufacturer's recommended minimum size or below the manufacturer's recommended load rating.
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(6) Inspect the exhaust system and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(viii) The exhaust does not discharge to the outside edge of the vehicle body, including a truck bed, or as originally designed, except for the following:
(A) [Heavy trucks or truck tractors. The exhaust system of every heavy truck and truck tractor shall discharge to the atmosphere at a location to the rear of the cab or, if the exhaust projects above the cab, at a location near the rear of the cab.
(B)] Gasoline powered buses, including school buses. The exhaust system of a bus powered by a gasoline engine shall discharge to the atmosphere at or within 6 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus. [Until June 15, 1998, the tailpipe of school buses may extend to, but not beyond the body limits on the left side of the school bus within 60 inches of the left rear wheel as measured from the center of the wheel axis.
(C)] (B) Buses, including school buses, powered by fuels other than gasoline. The exhaust system of a bus using fuels other than gasoline shall discharge to the atmosphere either at or within 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the vehicle; or to the rear of all doors or windows designed to be opened, except windows designed to be opened solely as emergency exits. [Until June 15, 1998, the tailpipe of school buses may extend to, but not beyond the body limits on the left side of the school bus within 60 inches of the left rear wheel as measured from the center of the wheel axis.]
(7) [Inspect the braking system. At] Inspect the braking system and remove at least one front and one opposite rear wheel [shall be removed]. It is not necessary to remove the wheel and drum assembly if there is a removable backing plate that allows examination of the brake system. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
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Subchapter G. RECREATIONAL, SEMI AND UTILITY TRAILERS § 175.130. Inspection procedure.
(a) External inspection. An external inspection of a trailer over 3,000 pounds registered gross weight shall be performed as follows:
(1) Verify [the] ownership [and], legality and proof of financial responsibility. For the purpose of this subchapter, ownership and legality shall be proven by a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. When a vehicle being held for resale is presented for inspection by a dealer licensed to sell vehicles in this Common-wealth, a VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney evidencing the dealership's acquisition of the vehicle, or both, may be presented instead of a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
(i) When vehicle ownership and legality are demonstrated by presentation of certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney:
(A) The VIN is not in agreement with the [vehicle registration card,] certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney. Exception: If only one digit is incorrect or two digits are transposed, and the owner provides evidence that the appropriate Department form has been completed to correct [an] the error or transposition.
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(c) Beneath the vehicle inspection. A beneath the vehicle inspection of a trailer over 3,000 pounds registered gross weight shall be performed as follows:
(1) Inspect the tires and wheels and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(ix) [A tire extends beyond the outer edge of the wheel housing or exceeds the manufacturer's specifications as to size.] A tire extends beyond body line, a tire is smaller than the manufacturer's recommended minimum size or below the manufacturer's recommended load rating or a tire makes contact with the body or chassis.
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Subchapter H. MOTORCYCLES § 175.143. Steering.
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(d) Handlebars. [The handlebars or grips may not be higher than the operator's shoulder level when the operator is properly seated upon the motorcycle.] Nothing in this subchapter prohibits a motorcycle from being equipped with a steering wheel instead of handlebars.
(1) The handlebars or steering system shall be of a sturdy construction adequate in size and length to provide proper leverage for steering and capable of withstanding a minimum force of 100 pounds applied to each handle grip in any direction.
(2) The handlebars or steering system shall be designed so as not to restrict front fork movement and shall be capable of vertical adjustments.
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§ 175.146. Lighting and electrical systems.
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(h) Ornamental lamps. A lamp not enumerated in this section, and not located as described in Tables III—V of this chapter, is prohibited unless it is available as original equipment or is auxiliary lighting added to a motor-cycle to protect the driver as permitted by 75 Pa.C.S. § 4310 (relating to motorcycle lighting). An illuminated sign is prohibited. Flashing or revolving lights are not ornamental lamps. Provisions relating to flashing or revolving lights are located in Chapters 15 and 173 (relating to authorized vehicles and special operating privileges; and flashing or revolving lights on emergency and authorized vehicles).
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§ 175.160. Inspection procedure.
(a) External inspection. An external inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Verify ownership, legality and proof of financial responsibility. For the purpose of this subchapter, ownership and legality shall be proven by a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. When a vehicle being held for resale is presented for inspection by a dealer licensed to sell vehicles in this Commonwealth, a VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney evidencing the dealership's acquisition of the vehicle, or both, may be presented instead of a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
(i) When vehicle ownership and legality are demonstrated by presentation of certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney:
(A) The VIN is not in agreement with the [vehicle registration card,] certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney. Exception: If only one digit is incorrect or two digits are transposed, and the owner provides evidence that the appropriate Department form has been completed to correct [an] the error or transposition.
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(c) Beneath the vehicle inspection. A beneath the vehicle inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Inspect the tires and wheels and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(xiv) [A tire extends beyond the outer edge of the wheel housing or exceeds the manufacturer's specifications as to size.] A tire extends beyond body line, a tire is smaller than the manufacturer's recommended minimum size or below the manufacturer's recommended load rating or a tire makes contact with the body or chassis.
(2) Inspect the steering system and reject if [any] one or more of the following apply:
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(ii) [The handlebars or grips are higher than operator's shoulder level when properly seated upon motorcycle.
(iii)] The handlebars or steering system of each motorcycle are not of sturdy construction.
[(iv)] (iii) The handlebars or steering system restrict front fork movement.
[(v)] (iv) The handlebars do not provide a minimum of 18 inches between grip ends. If equipped with a steering wheel instead of handlebars, the steering wheel, except if specially designed for handicapped drivers, is not circular or equivalent in strength to original equipment or has an outside diameter less than 13 inches.
[(vi)] (v) The handlebars are not equipped with grips of nonslip design and material.
[(vii)] (vi) The measured movement at the front or rear of the tire is greater than 1/4 inch in relation to the axle shaft.
[(viii)] (vii) The linkage components are not secured with cotter pins or other suitable devices.
[(ix)] (viii) The steering stops allow a tire to rub on the frame or chassis parts.
[(x)] (ix) The front wheel is incapable of being turned to the right and left steering stops without binding or interference.
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Subchapter J. MOTOR-DRIVEN CYCLES AND MOTORIZED PEDALCYCLES § 175.172. Steering.
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(c) Handlebars. [The handlebars or grips may not be higher than the operator's shoulder level when the operator is properly seated upon the vehicle.] Nothing in this subchapter prohibits a motor-driven cycle or pedalcycle from being equipped with a steering wheel instead of handlebars.
(1) The handlebars or steering system shall be of a sturdy construction [and] adequate in size and length to provide proper leverage for steering and [shall be] capable of withstanding a minimum force of 100 pounds applied to each handle grip in any direction.
(2) The handlebars or steering system shall be designed so as not to restrict front fork movement and shall be capable of vertical adjustment.
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§ 175.174. Tires and wheels.
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(c) [Manufacturer's specifications. A vehicle specified under this subchapter shall have tires which conform to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications as to tire size.] Tire standards. A vehicle specified under this subchapter shall have tires manufactured in conformance with standards in Chapter 159 (relating to new pneumatic tires). See 75 Pa.C.S. § 4525 (relating to tire equipment and traction surfaces). Tires with equivalent metric size designations may be used.
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§ 175.175. Lighting and electrical systems.
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(h) Ornamental lamps. A lamp not enumerated in this section, and not located as described in Tables III—V of this chapter, is prohibited unless it is available as original equipment or is auxiliary lighting added to a motorcycle to protect the driver as permitted by 75 Pa.C.S. § 4310 (relating to motorcycle lighting). An illuminated sign is prohibited. Flashing or revolving lights are not ornamental lamps. Provisions relating to flashing or revolving lights are located in Chapters 15 and 173 (relating to authorized vehicles and special operating privileges; and flashing or revolving lights on emergency and authorized vehicles).
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§ 175.190. Inspection procedure.
(a) External inspection. An external inspection of motor-driven cycles only shall be performed as follows:
(1) Verify ownership, legality and proof of financial responsibility. For the purpose of this subchapter, ownership and legality shall be proven by a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. When a vehicle being held for resale is presented for inspection by a dealer licensed to sell vehicles in this Commonwealth, a VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney evidencing the dealership's acquisition of the vehicle, or both, may be presented instead of a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
(i) When vehicle ownership and legality are demonstrated by presentation of certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney:
(A) The VIN is not in agreement with the [vehicle registration card,] certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney. Exception: If only one digit is incorrect or two digits are transposed, and the owner provides evidence that the appropriate Department form has been completed to correct [an] the error or transposition.
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(c) Beneath the vehicle inspection. A beneath the vehicle inspection of motor-driven cycles only shall be performed as follows:
(1) Inspect the tires and wheels and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(xiii) [A tire extends beyond outer edge of wheel housing or exceeds the manufacturer's specification as to size.] A tire extends beyond body line, a tire is smaller than the manufacturer's recommended minimum size or below the manufacturer's recommended load rating or a tire makes contact with the body or chassis.
(2) Inspect the steering system and reject if [any] one or more of the following apply:
(i) [The handlebars or grips are higher than the operator's shoulder level when properly seated upon vehicle.
(ii)] The handlebars, grips or steering system are not of sturdy construction.
[(iii)] (ii) The handlebars or steering system restrict the front fork movement.
[(iv)] (iii) The handlebars do not provide a minimum of 18 inches between the grip ends. If equipped with a steering wheel instead of handlebars, the steering wheel, except if specially designed for handicapped drivers, is not circular or equivalent in strength to original equipment or has an outside diameter less than 13 inches.
[(v)] (iv) The handlebars are not equipped with grips of nonslip design and material.
[(vi)] (v) Measured movement at the front or rear of the tire is greater than 1/4 inch in relation to the axle shaft.
[(vii)] (vi) The linkage components are not secured with cotter pins or other suitable devices.
[(viii)] (vii) The steering stops allow a tire to rub on the frame or chassis parts.
[(ix)] (viii) The front wheel is incapable of being turned to the right and left steering stops without binding or interference.
Subchapter K. STREET RODS, SPECIALLY CONSTRUCTED AND RECONSTRUCTED VEHICLES § 175.208. Body.
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(b) Fenders. A vehicle specified under this subchapter shall have fenders on all wheels which cover the entire tread width of a tire that comes in contact with the road surface. The tire tread circumference coverage shall be from at least 15 degrees front to at least 75 degrees rear of the vertical centerline at each wheel, measured from the center of wheel rotation. Vehicles registered as street rods are exempt from the requirements regarding fenders.
(c) Hood—street rods only. A street rod is not required to have a hood which covers the top of the entire engine compartment. [Street rod engine compartment sides may remain open.] If the hood top or sides, or both, are removed from the vehicle, the engine fan must be enclosed with a shroud designed to protect the fan from accidental contact from the outside.
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§ 175.209. Chassis.
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(b) Bumpers. A vehicle specified under this subchapter shall be equipped with front and rear bumpers securely attached to the chassis, except when the original body configuration provided by a recognized manufacturer did not include bumpers in the design of the vehicle. Vehicles registered as street rods are exempt from the requirements regarding bumpers.
(1) Some part of the main horizontal bumper of a passenger vehicle and all street rods, if so equipped, shall fall within 12-20 inches above ground level.
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§ 175.220. Inspection procedure.
(a) External inspection. An external inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Verify ownership, legality and proof of financial responsibility. For the purpose of this subchapter, ownership and legality shall be proven by a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. When a vehicle being held for resale is presented for inspection by a dealer licensed to sell vehicles in this Commonwealth, a VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney evidencing the dealership's acquisition of the ve-hicle, or both, may be presented instead of a vehicle registration card, certificate of title or manufacturer's statement of origin. Reject if one or more of the following apply:
(i) When vehicle ownership and legality are demonstrated by presentation of certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney:
(A) The VIN is not in agreement with the [vehicle registration card,] certificate of title [or], manufacturer's statement of origin, VIN-specific auction slip or VIN-specific secure power of attorney. Exception: If only one digit is incorrect or two digits are transposed, and the owner provides evidence that the appropriate Department form has been completed to correct [an] the error or transposition.
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(3) [Check] With the exception of vehicles registered as street rods, check the fenders and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(4) [Check] With the exception of vehicles registered as street rods, check the bumpers and reject if one or more of the following apply:
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(ii) Some part of the main horizontal bumper does not fall within 12-20 inches above the ground level on [the street rods,] specially constructed vehicles and reconstructed passenger vehicles.
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(c) Under the hood inspection. An under the hood inspection shall be performed as follows:
(1) Check the [hood] engine compartment and reject if the street rod [hood does not cover the top of the entire engine compartment] hood top or sides, or both, are removed from the vehicle and the engine fan is not enclosed with a shroud designed to protect the fan from accidental contact from the outside.
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[Pa.B. Doc. No. 12-1411. Filed for public inspection July 27, 2012, 9:00 a.m.]
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