Rules for Permitted Equipment on Vehicles

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Which of the following is NOT required equipment on a vehicle according to the text?

Windshield wipers (correct)

Taillights

Two braking systems

Directional signals

What is the minimum required distance at which the license plate light must be visible according to the text?

200 feet

100 feet

50 feet (correct)

300 feet

How far ahead should the high beam headlights show objects according to the text?

450 feet (correct)

300 feet

500 feet

1,000 feet

What is the required distance at which the brake lights must be visible according to the text?

300 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the required distance at which the rear-view mirror must provide a view according to the text?

200 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the required distance at which the directional signals must be visible according to the text?

200 feet Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT permitted on a vehicle according to the text?

Yellow lights visible from the rear Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of spotlights permitted on a vehicle based on the text?

Two Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for the bumper height of vehicles according to the text?

Height limitations are based on the vehicle's modified weight Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT allowed in terms of additional equipment on a vehicle?

A GPS navigation system Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is prohibited regarding exhaust systems based on the text?

A very loud muffler heard from more than 50 feet away Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ABS in a vehicle?

To prevent skidding and allow steering during emergency braking Signup and view all the answers

How should drivers with ABS-equipped vehicles react in an emergency braking situation?

Hold down the brake pedal firmly and steer out of danger Signup and view all the answers

What action would disengage or 'turn off' the ABS in a vehicle?

Releasing steady pressure from the brake pedal Signup and view all the answers

How can a driver determine if their vehicle has ABS?

By looking for a lighted ABS symbol on the dashboard when starting the engine Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for trailers weighing more than 3,000 pounds?

Front clearance lamps only Signup and view all the answers

What are the side marker lamp requirements for a vehicle?

Two side marker lamps, one at or near the front and one at or near the rear Signup and view all the answers

According to the requirements for trailers, what is the minimum number of reflectors that a rear trailer must have?

2 reflectors, one at or near the front and one at or near the rear Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowed length for a drawbar or towing connection when towing objects that can be easily taken apart?

15 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is required if the drawbar or towing connection is made of chain, rope, or cable?

A white flag at least 12 inches square must be attached Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for side marker lamps and clearance lamps on a pole trailer weighing more than 3,000 pounds?

One side marker lamp and one clearance lamp on each side Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for stop lamps on motor vehicles, trailers, semitrailers, and pole trailers?

Two or more stop lamps are required, except for vehicles built before January 1, 1972 Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the brakes on a trailer?

Brakes must be operated by the driver in the towing vehicle and stop the trailer automatically if it breaks away Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pre-Drive Checklist

Make sure the vehicle is in park or neutral
Adjust the seat to reach all controls
Adjust rear-view mirrors to avoid leaning forward or backward
Remove any obstructions from view of mirrors or roadway
Lock all car doors
Fasten safety belt and ensure all passengers do the same

Equipment Standards

Brakes: two braking systems, each capable of stopping the car alone
Low Beam Headlights: visible from 1,000 feet
High Beam Headlights: visible from 1,000 feet
Taillights: two red lights visible from 1,000 feet
Brake Lights: two red lights visible from 300 feet in the daytime
License Plate Light: white light making the license plate visible from 50 feet
Directional Signals: amber or white (front) or red (rear)
Horn: audible from 200 feet
Mirrors: at least one rear-view mirror with a 200-foot view to the rear
Windshield Wiper: in good working order to clear the driver's view
Windshields and Side & Rear Windows: in good condition
Tires: meet specific standards

Prohibited Equipment

Red lights visible from the front or blue lights (except for emergency/law enforcement vehicles)
More than two spotlights, cowl or fender lights, fog lights, or other extra lights
A siren, bell, or whistle
A very loud muffler (heard from more than 50 feet) or one emitting smoke
Signs, posters, or stickers on the windshield or windows (except if required by law)
A "television-type receiver" visible to the driver
Headsets/headphones worn by the driver while operating a vehicle

Bumper Height Requirements

Front and rear bumpers must be mounted within certain height levels
Height limitations are governed by the net shipping weight of the vehicle

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Prevents skidding and allows drivers to steer during emergency braking
Automatically pumps the brakes at a faster rate than the driver could
Requires steady pressure on the brake pedal; removing pressure disengages ABS
Check for ABS by looking for a lighted ABS symbol on the dashboard or in the owner's manual

Trailers, Towing, and Load Equipment

Trailer, semitrailer, or pole trailer weighing 3,000 pounds or less:
- Two reflectors, one at each side
- A brake light if the trailer or load blocks/hides the brake lights on the towing vehicle
Trailer or semitrailer weighing more than 3,000 pounds:
- Front: two clearance lamps, one at each side
- Each side: two side marker lamps, one at or near the front and one at or near the rear, and two reflectors, one at or near the front and one at or near the rear
- Rear: two clearance lamps, one at each side, and two reflectors, one at or near the front and one at or near the rear
Pole trailer weighing more than 3,000 pounds:
- Each side: one side marker lamp and one clearance lamp
- Rear: two reflectors, one at each side

Drawbar or Towing Connection

Must be strong enough to pull all towed weight
Must not be more than 15 feet long unless towing poles, pipes, machinery, or other objects that cannot be easily taken apart
Must have a white flag at least 12 inches square attached to it if it is a chain, rope, or cable

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Learn about the equipment that is not permitted on vehicles according to traffic regulations. This quiz covers restrictions on lights, sirens, mufflers, and additional accessories that are prohibited while operating a vehicle.