PA State Auto Inspection Questions with Complete solutions

Stickers shall be kept where? - Correct Answer Kept under lock and key in a safe place What is done with any unused stickers? - Correct Answer Keep them until the QAO comes around. You get a 75% refund on unused stickers. First offense of faulty inspection and improper inspection? - Correct Answer Category 1 violation. 2 months suspension. When checking registration or VIN what do we look for, and what if there's a problem? - Correct Answer VIN number and license plate must agree with registration card. Allowed to have one number off or two numbers transposed (out of order) if the owner proves forms have been sent to Penn DOT. VIN plate can't be loose, defaced, or missing. If there is a problem owner must get a corrected registration or show that proper forms have been sent to Penn DOT. What do you check glazing for? - Correct Answer Approved safety glass must be in every window and it must be permanently labeled. See Appendix C(f) Non transparent material or glass etchings may not obstructs the drivers view and may not be higher than 3-1/2 inches from the bottom of any side or rear window. Glass may not be shattered, broken or have sharp edges. No defects in the acute area or the critical area or the windshield. Louvers can't obstruct driver's vision. Dual side mirrors are required when using sunscreen or louvers. What area of the windshield can there be no imperfections? - Correct Answer The acute area. (8-1/2 X 5-1/2) List all the ways to check the wipers. - Correct Answer Speed at manufactures specs or at least 45 cycles per minute Blades can't be torn or smear or streak after 5 cycles. Must have all wipers Wipers must reset to rest position. Washer system working on cars/light trucks newer than 1968. What do you check the doors and trunk lid for? - Correct Answer Must be original equipment or same type. Must close securely. List all the ways to check mirrors