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6. Safe Loading
A. Part(S) of vehicle or conditions of loading such that the spare
tire or any part of the load damage can fall onto the roadway.
✔
B. Protection against shifting cargo.
✔
C. Container securement devices on intermodal equipment.
✔
7. Steering Mechanism
A. Steering wheel free play ✔
B. Steering Column
✔
C. Front Axle Beam and All Steering Components Other than
Steering Column
D. Steering Gear Box
✔
E. Pitman Arm
✔
F. Power Steering
✔
G. Ball and Socket Joints ✔
H. Tie Road and Drag Links ✔
I. Nuts ✔
J. Steering System ✔
8. Suspension
A. Any U-bolt(s), spring hanger(S), or other axle positioning
part(s) cracked, broken, loose or missing resulting in shifting of
an axle from its normal position
✔
B. Spring Assembly ✔
C. Torque, Radius or Tracking Components ✔
9. Frame
A. Frame Members
✔
B. Tire and Wheel Clearance
✔
C. Adjustable Axle Assemblies (Sliding Subframes)
✔
10. Tires
A. Tires on any steering axle of a power unit.
✔
B. All other tires
✔
C. Installations of speed-restricted tires unless specifically
designated by motor carrier.
11. Wheels and Rims
A. Lock or Slide Ring.
✔
B. Wheel and Rims
✔
C. Fasteners
✔
D. Welds
✔
12. Windshield Glassing
Requirement and exceptions as stated pertaining to any crack,
discoloration or vision reducing matter (reference 393.60 for
exceptions).
✔
13. Windshield Wipers
Any power unit that has an inoperative wiper, or missing or
damaged part that render it ineffective.
✔
14. Motorcoach Seats
Any passengers seat that is not securely fastened to the vehicle
structure.
✔
Comments
1. Brake System A. Service Brake (Image 1)
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