PA State Inspection Mechanic Practice Test – Flashcards
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When should auxiliary driving lights be lit?
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Only when high-beams are lit.
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When should flood lights be lit?
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Only when low-beams are lit.
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How is the critical area of the windshield defined?
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The area cleaned by the windshield wipers.
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How is the acute area of the windshield defined?
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The area in the driver's normal line of vision—8 1/2 inches wide and 5 1/2 inches high.
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How is a light truck defined?
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11,000lbs or less registered vehicle weight.
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How is a medium truck defined?
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11,001lbs up to 17,000lbs registered vehicle weight.
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How is a heavy truck defined?
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17,001lbs and up registered vehicle weight.
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What indicator lights must be operational?
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High-beam, Turn signals, and Hazard lights.
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How often are semi-annual inspections conducted?
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Every 6 months.
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What is a MV-431 used for?
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To record Car, Truck, and Bus inspections.
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What is a MV-480 used for?
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To record Motorcycle and Trailer inspections.
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Where else can inspection stickers be applied besides the official inspection area?
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Within 100' of building and on same side of street.
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How should inspection stickers be secured?
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Under lock and key in a safe place.
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How is ownership verified?
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Registration and insurance VIN numbers should match vehicle along with license plate.
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How accurate must the VIN number match be?
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VIN number can have 1 digit wrong or 2 digits transposed as long as teh customer has proof DOT form has been submited.
