R714-162-16. Vehicle Interior

  (1) When examining the interior of a vehicle, the inspector shall:

  (a) check seats for proper operation of the adjusting mechanism and ensure the seats are securely anchored to the floor; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

  (A) seats are not securely anchored to the floor;

  (B) a seat adjusting mechanism slips out of set position;

  (C) a seat back is broken or disconnected from the seat base so that it will not support a person's full weight;

  (D) a seat belt, per OEM specifications, is missing or ineffective; or

  (E) a seat belt is cut, torn, frayed, or otherwise damaged.

  (b) check the floor pan in both occupant compartments and sleeper berths for rusted-out areas or holes that could permit entry of exhaust gases or would not support occupants adequately; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when the front or rear of the floor pan is rusted through sufficiently to cause a hazard to an occupant or that exhaust gases could enter the occupant area of the vehicle;

  (c) check the frame and ensure that any repairs meet OEM Specifications and FMCSA Regulation 396.17; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

  (A) there are any broken, rusted through, cracked, loose, or sagging frame components; or

  (B) the frame has been cut or portions of the frame have been removed, affecting the strength or integrity of the frame;

  (C) there is any condition, including loading, that causes the body or frame to be in contact with a tire or any part of the wheel assemblies; or

  (D) adjustable axle assemblies, or sliding sub-frames, with locking pins are missing or not engaged;

  (d) check the frame for any loose, broken, or missing fasteners, including fasteners that attach functional components such as the engine, transmission, steering gear, suspension, body parts and fifth wheel; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when the frame has evidence of loose, broken, or missing fasteners, including fasteners that attach functional components such as the engine, transmission, steering gear, suspension, body parts and fifth wheel.;

  (e) check windshield wipers for proper operation and for damaged, torn, or hardened rubber elements and metal parts of wiper blades or arms; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

  (A) a wiper fails to function properly;

  (B) a wiper blade smears or streaks the windshield;

  (C) a wiper blade show signs of physical breakdown of the rubber wiping element; or

  (D) a part of the wiper blade or arm is missing or damaged;

  (f) check the windshield washer system for proper operation of hand or foot control and that an effective amount of fluid is delivered to the outside of the windshield; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when the windshield washer system fails to function properly, such as cracked hoses, broken hoses, or if the fluid reservoir is unable to hold fluid;

  (g) check the defroster for proper operation; and

  (i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when the defroster fan fails to function as designed; and

  (h) check the vehicle to ensure that it is equipped with a properly functioning speedometer and odometer; and

  (i) advise the owner when the speedometer or odometer is not functional or is disconnected.