Section 11 - Vehicle Operation and Function
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. Operation and Function
Additional Inspection Procedure: Following the visual inspection of a vehicle for compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements, the vehicle may be operationally and functionally tested for confirmation of proper performance, drivability and safe on highway operation prior to the application of a certificate of approval and inspection report submission.
Vehicle operation and function testing is subject to all applicable driver and driving requirements, vehicle licensing, and vehicle insurance.
Results and confirmation of operation and function test must be noted on the inspection report.
Item and method of inspection | Reject if | Inspection Class |
|---|---|---|
a) operate vehicle | a) any vehicle component or system required by which directly relates to vehicle safety is onboard diagnostic code(s) related to the safe operation of the vehicle are present vehicle presents drivability issues that may compromise its safe operation | 1, 2, 6 Note: For class 2 this applies to vehicles with a GVWR of 4536kg or less only. |