Section 1 - Power Train
- Accelerator Pedal/Throttle Actuator
- Exhaust System
- Emission Control Systems and Devices
- Drive Shaft, Drive Train Components and Differential
- Clutch and Clutch Controls
- Engine/Transmission Mount
- Engine Shut Down
- Engine Start Safety Feature
- Gear Position Indicator
- Engine or Accessory Drive Belt
- Hybrid Electric Vehicle & Electric Vehicle Power Train System
- Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Systems
- Pressurized or Liquefied Fuel Systems (LPG, CNG and LNG)
All inspection procedures are visual unless additional inspection procedures are indicated or where applied force is necessary to verify tightness and/or component security. The definitions can be found in the "Definitions and Acronyms" section.
1. Accelerator Pedal/Throttle Actuator
Additional Inspection Procedure(s): With engine running, press and release the accelerator pedal. Check engine response.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) pedal/actuator/throttle | a) binding, , , or engine fails to respond normally modified, or repaired by welding throttle slides or butterflies do not move freely does not operate per | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) anti-slip feature Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Inspect anti-slip feature for all pedals. | b) ineffective, , or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) throttle position sensor and connections | c) corroded, , or improperly connected | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) mount | d) deteriorated or weakened by corrosion, or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
e) linkage/cable | e) worn, binding, broken or deficient part is used that is not equivalent to throttle cable is binding, frayed or seized | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
f) springs | f) broken, corroded, deteriorated, , stretched or improper type | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i. engine fails to return to idle
ii. throttle position sensor is
iii. pedal is
2. Exhaust System
Additional Inspection Procedure(s):
With engine running, inspect manually and .
Note: Minor leaking and resulting soot tracks are normal at joints in diesel exhaust systems.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) manifold/head pipe | a) broken, cracked, leaking, or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) muffler Note: The muffler or one that meets the is required on every vehicle. | b) cracked, perforated or leaking bypassed, disabled, or removed deficient part is used that does not meet patched in any manner other than by welding equipped with noise enhancing device | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) resonator | c) cracked, leaking, or perforated patched in any manner other than by welding | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) exhaust pipe | d) cracked, collapsed or pinched, , perforated or leaking patched in any manner other than by welding | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
e) tail pipe | e) leaking, perforated, , patch affixed other than by weld, collapsed, end is pinched, equipped with noise enhancing device | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
f) mounting hardware | f) broken, or , or deficient part is used that does not meet | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
g) heat shields | g) a required heat shield is broken, , , or incorrect size/type Note: All heat shields provided by the , installed as part of a retrofit for certain fuels, or installed for specialty applications, are considered required and must remain functional as intended. Heat shields can be mounted in places other than the door areas. | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
h) location | h) any part of the exhaust system is less than 50 mm away from a brake system component, any combustible material, or any part of the fuel system except a diesel or gasoline fuel tank, and is not protected by a heat shield any part of the exhaust system is less than 25 mm away from a diesel or gasoline fuel tank and is not protected by heat shield any exhaust component passes through an occupant compartment | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i) turbocharger | i) leaking exhaust gases of engine oil | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
j) exhaust system and pipe termination Note: Also applies to the exhaust system of any auxiliary equipment. On a school bus, inspection must be conducted according to the and the applicable CSA D250 Standard. | j) exhaust gases are expelled into cab, passenger compartment, and/or sleeper exhaust gases are expelled within the perimeter of the cab, passenger compartment, and/or sleeper does not terminate within 50 mm (2 in.) of outside perimeter of the passenger compartment and expels exhaust outward (includes trunk) on a school bus, does not terminate as required by jurisdiction and applicable D250 Standard | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
k) noise emission | k) excessive Note: The opinion of an inspector as to whether the engine and exhaust noise emission is greater than that made by other vehicles in good condition of comparable size, horsepower, piston displacement or compression ratio shall determine whether exhaust gases are expelled with excessive noise. Must be comparable to and confirmed with decibel meter. equipped with any noise enhancing device confirm noise emission level with decibel meter for any vehicle with non-, modified or altered exhaust system | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
l) drain holes, leaks Note: Minor leaking and resulting soot tracks are normal at joints in diesel exhaust pipes. | l) any leakage at any point in the exhaust system other than drain holes provided by the | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
m) exhaust cut-out | m) exhaust is equipped with cut-out | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i. exhaust leak, other than a minor leak at a joint, within the perimeter of the cab, passenger compartment (includes trunk), and/ or sleeper
ii. perforation or separation of any exhaust system component
iii. any part of the exhaust system has caused, or is likely to cause, burning or charring damage to electrical wiring, fuel system or any other combustible part
iv. on a with a gasoline fuel system, the exhaust system is leaking or discharging more than 160 mm forward of the rear most part, and discharging forward of any door or window designed to be opened (except door or window intended solely for emergency use)
v. on a with a diesel, pressurized, or liquefied fuel system, the exhaust system is leaking or discharging more than 400 mm forward of the rear most part, and discharging forward of any door or window designed to be opened (except door or window intended solely for emergency use)
3. Emission Control Systems and Devices
Note: Emission control devices and systems required on any particular vehicle will vary based on the vehicle’s date of manufacture.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) engine malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) (“check engine lamp”) Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Cycle the ignition off and on and check the status displayed by the lamp. | a) lamp fails to illuminate during bulb-check, is or has been disabled lamp remains on after bulb-check to indicate a malfunction | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Visually inspect system using service information as a guide. | b) there is evidence that any part of the EGR system has been bypassed, defeated, disabled, improperly modified, removed, or is | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) catalytic converter Note: Required on all light vehicles manufactured after 1987. Required on vehicles manufactured before 1987 if equipped. Required on diesel engines if equipped. | c) cracked, leaking, , or perforated patched in any manner other than by welding there is evidence that the catalytic converter has been defeated or disabled deficient part is used that does not meet | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) diesel particulate filter (DPF) and regeneration system Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Visually inspect system using service information as a guide. | d) there is evidence that any part of the DPF or any related regeneration system has been bypassed, defeated, disabled, improperly modified, removed, or is | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
e) diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Visually inspect system using service information as a guide. | e) storage tank is , or of DEF at any location in the DEF system storage tank filler cap is | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
i. any part is in a condition where it appears likely to become detached, or imminent failure appears likely
4. Drive Shaft, Drive Train Components and Differential
Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Inspect using hand pressure and suitable tools.
With parking brakes on and gear selector in neutral, place a small bar between the yoke and the U-joint and rotate shaft fore and aft.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) u-joint/CV joint | a) rotational free-play is present horizontal or vertical movement within the u-joint can be detected by hand u-joint cap, cap fastener or fastener locking device is or u-joint bearing seal is , , rust is present coming from cup indicating a lack of lubrication and potential failure CV joint protective boot is , , or torn lubricant is leaking from CV joint | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) drive shaft yoke Note: This includes slip yoke, shaft yoke, input yoke, output yoke, tube yoke and end yoke. | b) cracked, not in phase mounting hardware is yoke can be moved by hand vertically or horizontally more than 3 mm yoke end fitting has broken, , or fastener | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) drive shaft tube | c) crack in weld or tube twisted tube | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) drive line attaching hardware | d) , or stripped | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
e) centre (carrier) bearing and mount | e) cracked, , , or mounting or mount is abnormally deteriorated | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
f) slip joint | f) radial wear at joint exceeds specification seized not in phase | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
g) hanger bracket and hardware, and metal guard or catch (if equipped) Note: Required on all school buses. Required on buses over 3.8 m (150 in.) wheel base with engine mounted at front, or equipped with a multi piece shaft. Buses equipped with a multi piece driveshaft must have a guard on each section. | g) cracked, , mounted in a manner that fails to prevent drive shaft from falling to ground on a , metal floor guard is or fails to protect occupant compartment | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
h) differential/housing Additional Inspection Procedure(s): With vehicle raised, check differential for condition and proper functioning. | h) or fasteners, , not functioning as intended | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i) chain | i) chain is adjusted to more than 40 mm (1.6 in.) play at the mid-point between sprockets or exceeds specifications; master link installed in wrong direction; chain tightens and loosens as wheel is rotated | 6 |
j) drive guard | j) broken or cracked; not or equivalent | 6 |
k) sprocket/pulley | k) moves on mounting bolts when bike is rocked in gear; bent, broken or undercut; exceeds specifications | 6 |
l) shaft drive/belt drive | l) wear exceeds specification | 6 |
i. any part is in a condition where it appears likely to become detached, or imminent failure appears likely
Driveline/Driveshaft
ii. a yoke end has a visible crack
iii. yoke mounting, or end fitting fastener hardware, is broken, , or
Universal Joint
iv. vertical movement between opposing yoke ends is greater than 3.0 mm
v. bearing cap, or bearing cap bolt, is broken, , or
Centre Bearing (Carrier Bearing)
vi. mounting bracket, bracket bolt or hardware is broken, , or
vii. mounting bracket has a crack longer than one-half of the original bracket width
viii. vertical movement of the shaft in the centre bearing carrier is greater than 13 mm
Drive Shaft Tube
ix. twisted, or has a crack in the metal or any weld longer than 6 mm
5. Clutch and Clutch Controls
Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Inspect clutch operation and adjustment according to service instructions.
With manual transmission, apply the parking brakes, start the engine, depress the clutch pedal to its maximum travel.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) operation | a) fails to operate in the manner prescribed by the | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) adjustment | b) is not adjusted according to instructions | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) pedal/controls and linkage | c) broken, cracked, , or welded or repaired in a way that does not meet deteriorated or weakened by corrosion, or anti-slip feature is ineffective, or cable is , broken or seized | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) clutch pedal/controls hydraulic system | d) fluid reservoir is below minimum level indicated by or of fluid at any point | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i. clutch fails to disengage transmission
6. Engine/Transmission Mount
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) condition/attachment | a) bent, , , welded, saturated with oil a bolt or insulator is or an insulator is broken, deteriorated or swollen abnormally a mount or part of a mount is replaced with a product or material that is not equivalent to | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i. imminent failure of a mount or bolt appears likely
7. Engine Shut Down
Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Test operation according to service instructions.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) ignition switch/electric solenoid | a) engine fails to shut down when ignition switch is turned off | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) mechanical shut down | b) engine fails to shut down when device is actuated | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
8. Engine Start Safety Feature
Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Test operation to confirm engine start is prevented according to service instructions.
Remote Start – from a vehicle control position, engage remote start.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) ignition interlock operation Note: This includes neutral and clutch safety switches. Effective May 30, 2005 102 (2) requires all vehicles (including buses) equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with a neutral safety switch. 102 (7) requires trucks (excluding buses) with a at or below 4,536 kg to be equipped with a clutch safety switch. | a) or fails to prevent engine start as designed Right Hand Drive Vehicles additional inspection requirements (see Appendix D). Note: On any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, a motor used for the vehicle’s propulsion must not be started by setting the ignition switch to the position used to start the motor if the transmission control is in a forward or reverse drive position. If a passenger car, multi-purpose passenger vehicle, truck or has a of 4,536 kg or less and is equipped with a manual transmission, a motor used for the vehicle’s propulsion must not be started by setting the ignition switch to the position used to start the motor unless the clutch pedal is depressed or the drive train is otherwise disengaged. | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
9. Gear Position Indicator
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) location | a) cannot be viewed by a person seated in driver position | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
b) operation | b) indicator fails to indicate selected gear on a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, or is out of sequence | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) gear shift or gear selector pattern illustration label (embossment etc.) | c) illegible or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
10. Engine or Accessory Drive Belt
Note: This section applies only to a drive belt directly connected to the engine.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) condition | a) broken, frayed, or oil-contaminated crack exceeds or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) adjustment/tension Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Check the tension of drive belt(s) according to service instructions, or when no particular instructions are given, as shown below. | b) belt is so it is likely to slip, or so tight it is likely to cause bearing damage the belt tensioner does not function as intended deflection not within specifications, if specifications not defined then between 12 mm and 20 mm (1/2 in. and 3/4 in.) | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) drive belt pulley | c) bent, broken, cracked or out of alignment | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
11. Hybrid Electric Vehicle & Electric Vehicle Power Train System
Additional Inspection Procedure(s): Only a person who is trained on the operation and potential hazards of hybrid or electric vehicle systems can safely conduct an inspection of the items listed below. Visually inspect all accessible parts according to the vehicle service instructions.
Disassembly of system components may be required.
Note: Consult with the service instructions and vehicle maintenance records to confirm inspection and maintenance has been performed as recommended by the manufacturer. No disassembly of the system is required to complete this inspection when records of recommended maintenance and inspection are provided. When any damage or abnormal condition is found, refer to the service instructions to determine whether or not to reject the vehicle or identify a Hazardous Condition. When records of recommended maintenance or inspection are not provided, system components must be disassembled as necessary by a qualified person to conduct a full inspection.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) electrical system connections | a) connector is or corroded in a way that exposes any conductor connector is , or is unable to properly connect or lock into place | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) wiring | b) corroded or in a way that exposes any conductor insulation is chafing due to abrasive contact with any vehicle part | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) traction motor/generator | c) , or indication of burning or overheating drive component | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) traction battery | d) , or indication of burning or overheating | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
e) battery storage area | e) or structurally weakened | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
f) self-diagnostic/status indicator | f) there is any condition indicated by the system that is defined by the as being unsafe | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i. any sign of shorting, arcing, or hot spot, at or near, any electrical component or wiring
ii. traction battery is or leaking
12. Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Systems
Note: This includes the fuel system for any auxiliary equipment or device.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) filler cap Note: School bus fuel type must be labelled adjacent to fuel filler as per D250. | a) allows spillage, improper type or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
b) tank, filler neck/tube and vent tube | b) cracked, mounting or weld is broken not intended for the storage of automotive fuel improper vent repair to any non-metallic tank plastic fuel tank not or equivalent | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
c) tank mount(s) and strap(s) | c) broken, cracked, or deficient part is used that does not meet (i.e. chain) fastener is or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
d) line, hose, fitting and connection Note: Refer to correct type of hose or tube and the related defective condition(s) as defined in Appendix B. | d) chafing, cracked or deficient product is used that does not meet any section of a line, hose or tube is worn or as shown in Appendix B | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
e) fuel pump | e) or | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
f) leakage | f) of gasoline anywhere in a gasoline fuel system of diesel fuel anywhere in a diesel fuel system | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
g) fuel shut-off | g) or | 6 |
h) air intake | h) flame arrestor or air filter removed | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i) location | i) see rejection criteria under Exhaust System, Item 2h | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
j) additional fuel system ( type or equivalent) | j) if installed or equipped or not of approved type for use on highway | 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 |
i. of gasoline in gasoline fuel system
ii. of diesel fuel in diesel fuel system
iii. fuel cap is
iv. fuel tank is (a tank mounted with cushioning devices will have some movement) battery is or leaking
13. Pressurized or Liquefied Fuel Systems (, and )
This section of the Vehicle Inspection Manual includes inspection items relevant to (Compressed Natural Gas), (Liquefied Petroleum Gas), and (Liquefied Natural Gas) fuel systems. To provide clarity, each inspection item is accompanied by a note that indicates which fuel system(s) the item applies to. Please refer to the respective fuel system label (, , or ) in the note to ensure the correct system is being inspected according to the vehicle's configuration.
Any cause for rejection of a , or system, except those that have an additional note, will also mean an automatic “Hazardous Condition” of that vehicle. The cause for rejection must be corrected and the vehicle “passed” before it may be operated on the highway.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) regulatory authority label i) Technical Safety BC label ii) “diamond-shaped” label , and | a) , , or information is not readable i) label is not displayed on a vehicle converted to a pressure fuel system ii) label is not displayed on a vehicle with an -built pressure fuel system label does not meet the applicable CSA Code | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
b) and valves, location and mounting , and | b) is or , or welds are broken welding has been done anywhere on a except on saddle plates or bracket altered in a manner that does not meet the applicable Code correct mounting bolts not used (i.e., not corrosion resistant) correct reinforcing plates are not used under mounting nuts, or are where required valve(s) and connections are not protected from damage due to stationary objects, or objects from the road projects beyond vehicle side, ahead of front axle or behind rear bumper any part of exhaust system is less than 200 mm away from any part of the fuel system and is not protected by shields a heat shield is less than 25 mm away from any fuel system component | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
b1) located within the body shell of the vehicle , and | b1) stop fill valve, remote fill, or gauging line not fitted ( only) tank fittings not in a gas-tight enclosure sealed and vented to the outside of the vehicle body shell | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
b2) roof-mounted and Note: This condition applies to a roof-mounted container in addition to those listed above for all types of containers. | b2) vehicle was not manufactured or originally designed to have roof s Note: After-market modification of a vehicle to accept roof-mounted s is not permitted ( only). | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
b3) supply/container marking | b3) not affixed at the fill point of the tank not indicating the appropriate fuel type () not indicating the | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
c) ground clearance , and Note: Includes any attached fitting or valve. | c) distance to ground from bottom of is less than minimum ground clearance set out in the applicable Code any portion of the tank or cylinder protrudes past the plane formed by the bottom of the rear most tires and the lowest most rearward part of the vehicle | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
d) sub-frame , and | d) any modification has been made to any modification has been made to carrier or sub-frame that does not meet | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
e) information plate and data , and Note: installed as part of an vehicle gaseous fuels installation may not have an information plate affixed to it. | e) name plate or label is or illegible, or data is not shown on plate per applicable Code | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
f) filler cap or dust cap , and | f) or not correctly installed | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
g) remote filler box , and | g) not adequately sealed to prevent vapour migration into cab, passenger compartment (including trunk), and/or sleeper | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
h) main shut-off valve , and | h) valve is not readily accessible (cannot be reached) | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
i) corrosion and damage protection , and | i) protective coating or material is , or is from externally mounted or attachment piping or tubing is not made of corrosion-resistant material or is not protected from external damage tank valves and their connections are not mounted securely tank valves and their connections are not protected from damage due to stationary objects, or objects from the road | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
j) fitting, hose, piping and tubing , and | j) is , or any anchor support is or grommet is or components in trunk area are exposed improper tubing or piping is used hose assembly is not approved and labelled supply line is not secure, or any anchor or support is or any joint is not flared or compression type specifically designed for use a bushing other than steel or brass is used piping and tubing is not protected against corrosion tubing or hose in trunk area is not protected against luggage piping between fuel pump and gasoline solenoid valve is non-metallic material Note: Only the following types of piping and tubing are permitted for use in fuel systems. Piping – must be black or galvanized steel w/ steel fittings (schedule 40 vapour and schedule 80 liquid). Tubing – must meet J527, may be steel or copper with steel or brass fittings. Minimum tubing wall thickness: piping upstream of a first-stage regulator is not rated at 4 times working pressure, or piping downstream of first-stage regulator not rated at 5 times the working pressure piping, tubing and hose fail to make adequate allowance for vibration; is not protected against damage or breakage due to strain or wear a fitting not an approved type a joint is inaccessible improper hose, tubing or piping is used a fitting contains both left-hand and right-hand threads multiple NPT bushings are stacked together (nested) close nipples that do not support use of a wrench are used Note: All materials and assemblies must be designed for the widest pressure and temperature ranges to which they may be subjected with a pressure safety factor of at least four. piping installed without adequate allowance for vibration or adequate protection against damage or breakage due to strain or wear sealant used is not impervious to the action of fuel sealant is not applied to male pipe threads prior to assembly Note: Suitable thread sealant is required on all male pipe threads prior to assembly upon initial installation and for component repair or replacement. threading burrs or scaling are present pipe or fitting ends are not reamed | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
k) fuel system leakage , and Additional Inspection Procedure(s): | k) any fuel system leak is detected | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
l) pressure relief or hydrostatic valve or device , and | l) incorrectly installed or not properly vented as per the applicable Code | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
m) automatic lock-off valve , and | m) | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
n) excess flow valve and cap | n) or incorrectly installed | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
o) vehicle chassis and under-body , and | o) a structural member has been altered in any manner that does not substantially meet or exceed strength requirements | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
p) air/fuel ratio feedback control system and Additional Inspection Procedure(s): | p) the number of cross-counts observed during a ten-second period is less than 6 Note ( only): Applies to a vehicle originally equipped with air/fuel ratio control, converted to operate on on or after October 1993, as indicated on the regulatory authority label. | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
q) check valve | q) double check valve on the remote fill is , or valve is not an approved type | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
r) interconnection | r) individual s are not protected by soft seat back-check valves | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
s) vaporizer | s) is not mounted securely on engine, chassis, fender apron or firewall | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
t) pressure measurement device | t) no pressure measurement device is installed gas lines to pressure measurement devices are within the passenger compartment | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
u) pressure regulator | u) regulator not securely mounted not protected from road damage, excessive heat, cargo spillage and electrical equipment not oriented in accordance with the instructions | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
v) methane gas detection system Additional Inspection Procedure(s): | v) disconnected, or not functioning as specified sensor is not located in engine and passenger compartment alarm is not visual and audible to the driver before entering the drivers compartment and while seated in the normal driving position system does not function continuously at all times | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
w) (all types) Note: No tank shall be repaired unless The replacement of valves, fittings and accessories with compliant parts intended for the same purpose is not considered a repair. | w) not oriented and mounted as specified by the not located in a protected location as designed by the vehicle or as determined by a qualified professional engineer any part of the tank is welded Note: Only saddle plates, brackets or non- pressure components that were provided and installed by the may be field welded. | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
x) on a or motor coach Note: These conditions apply in addition to those listed above for all types of tanks. | x) located in or above the passenger compartment tank is installed so that gas from fueling or normal operation or from a relief valve can be introduced inside a driver, passenger or luggage compartment | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
y) valve(s) | y) not readily accessible not labeled as per their function | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
z) manual shut-off valve Note: Valves, valve packing, gaskets and seats must be specifically designed for service. Decals and stencils are acceptable means of | z) not installed in the outlet of the manifold not suitable for the of the tank leakage occurs at less than 1.5 times () not marked with “MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE” | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
aa) automatic shut-off valve Note: Decals and stencils are acceptable means of marking. | aa) does not shut off when the engine is stopped or ignition switch is in the off or at accessory positions not suitable for the maximum allowable pressure of the container | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
bb) pressure relief valve | bb) leaks at pressure below highest relief valve pressure setting | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
cc) pressure gauge | cc) is not readily visible by the driver when the engine enclosure is removed or when standing on either side of the vehicle is not located outside driver or passenger compartment is not equipped with a limiting orifice is not equipped with a shatter-proof dial lens | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
dd) pressure regulator | dd) not securely mounted not protected as required to prevent malfunction from low ambient air temperatures (-40 degrees) | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
ee) supply line Note: A line must be replaced. | ee) sagging or not supported at least every 610 mm or repaired in manner that does not meet the | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
ff) gaseous fuel cut-off for dual fuel system Note: Used in applications where a small amount of diesel fuel is injected into the cylinder of the engine during pre-ignition. | ff) no means to isolate the supply of each fuel is provided | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
gg) bypass relief device Note: A standalone bypass relief device is required when a vehicle is not equipped with a fuel pump containing a bypass relief device by the or . | gg) does not function in accordance with design is not located between the fuel pump and automatic shut off valve in the liquid fuel line to carburetor is not located between the fuel pump and automatic shut off valve in injector fuel rail on a vehicle with dual fuel system | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
hh) vehicle fuelling connection | hh) does not have an approved fuelling connection for each pressure-based fuel system is not protected from moving parts, lift-able cab enclosure, engine cover, hinge or direct side impact | 1, 2, 4, 5 |
ii) fuel-carrying component (excluding service valves, tubing and fittings) | ii) is not labeled or stamped to show all of the following:
| 1, 2, 4, 5 |
jj) fuel system protection | jj) any system component is not protected from:
| 1, 2, 4, 5 |