Maryland State Inspection-technical Exam Study
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550 rule - CORRECT ANSWER: 5 years 50000 miles
Acute area reject for - CORRECT ANSWER: Cracks individual or combined more than
1/4 inch
any condition obscuring drivers vision
AS-1 Glazing - CORRECT ANSWER: is used on the windshield and anywhere on the
vehicle
AS-2 Glazing - CORRECT ANSWER: may be used anywhere on the vehicle except
windshield
Ball joint inspection - CORRECT ANSWER: Should be conducted with pry bar between
12 and 18 inches long
Ball joint wear-without wear indicators - CORRECT ANSWER: reject for movement
exceeding manufacturer specs
repaired by heating
equipped with tightener or repair kit
bonded brake linings - CORRECT ANSWER: wear limit 2/32 inch
Bonded linings on trailer - CORRECT ANSWER: reject below 2/32 of an inch(same as
car)
, brake pads - CORRECT ANSWER: wear limit 2/32 inch
bumper height - CORRECT ANSWER: no higher than 20 inches for passenger vehicles
no higher than 28 inches for Class E and Class M
Camber - CORRECT ANSWER: inward or outward tilt of the top of the wheel from
vertical
Catalytic converters - CORRECT ANSWER: any vehicle under the 550 rule should have
the catalytic converter replaced with OEM
Critical area - CORRECT ANSWER: normal windshield wiper sweep except area
obscured by hood fenders or rear view mirror
Critical area reject for - CORRECT ANSWER: Wiper scratches severe enough to
obscure vision
Cracks in excess of 1/2 inch combined
Do not reject tires for - CORRECT ANSWER: difference in brand or tread design
Door handles and latches inspect for - CORRECT ANSWER: proper operation
proper adjustment
secondary or safety catches
driver side window - CORRECT ANSWER: Should be able to open and close readily
Electric trailer brakes for - CORRECT ANSWER: maximum amperage per brake is more
20% or more than 30% below brake manufacturers maximum current rating.
Latest Update 2025-2026 70 Questions and 100%
Verified Correct Answers Guaranteed A+
550 rule - CORRECT ANSWER: 5 years 50000 miles
Acute area reject for - CORRECT ANSWER: Cracks individual or combined more than
1/4 inch
any condition obscuring drivers vision
AS-1 Glazing - CORRECT ANSWER: is used on the windshield and anywhere on the
vehicle
AS-2 Glazing - CORRECT ANSWER: may be used anywhere on the vehicle except
windshield
Ball joint inspection - CORRECT ANSWER: Should be conducted with pry bar between
12 and 18 inches long
Ball joint wear-without wear indicators - CORRECT ANSWER: reject for movement
exceeding manufacturer specs
repaired by heating
equipped with tightener or repair kit
bonded brake linings - CORRECT ANSWER: wear limit 2/32 inch
Bonded linings on trailer - CORRECT ANSWER: reject below 2/32 of an inch(same as
car)
, brake pads - CORRECT ANSWER: wear limit 2/32 inch
bumper height - CORRECT ANSWER: no higher than 20 inches for passenger vehicles
no higher than 28 inches for Class E and Class M
Camber - CORRECT ANSWER: inward or outward tilt of the top of the wheel from
vertical
Catalytic converters - CORRECT ANSWER: any vehicle under the 550 rule should have
the catalytic converter replaced with OEM
Critical area - CORRECT ANSWER: normal windshield wiper sweep except area
obscured by hood fenders or rear view mirror
Critical area reject for - CORRECT ANSWER: Wiper scratches severe enough to
obscure vision
Cracks in excess of 1/2 inch combined
Do not reject tires for - CORRECT ANSWER: difference in brand or tread design
Door handles and latches inspect for - CORRECT ANSWER: proper operation
proper adjustment
secondary or safety catches
driver side window - CORRECT ANSWER: Should be able to open and close readily
Electric trailer brakes for - CORRECT ANSWER: maximum amperage per brake is more
20% or more than 30% below brake manufacturers maximum current rating.
