Utah Admin. Code R714-162-14 - Exhaust System

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

(a) check the exhaust system to determine if there is any leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment; and

(i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when there is any leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment;

(b) check the bus exhaust system to determine if there is any improper leaking or discharging; and

(i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

(A) there is a leak or discharge at any location in excess of six inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus, if the bus is gasoline powered;

(B) there is a leak or discharge at any location in excess of 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the bus, if the bus is powered by anything other than gasoline; or

(C) there is any leak or discharge forward of a door or window designed to be opened, except for emergency exits, if the vehicle is powered by anything other than gasoline;

(c) check the exhaust system for the correct location; and

(i) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

(A) the system will burn, char, or damage any electrical wiring, the fuel supply, or any combustible part of the motor vehicle;

(B) the vehicle has no muffler;

(C) there are loose or leaking joints;

(D) there are leaks, excluding drain holes installed by the manufacturer, of any kind on any part of the system;

(E) the tailpipe is pinched;

(F) any element of exhaust system is not securely fastened or is secured in a manner that is likely to fail, such as securing the tail pipe with rope;

(G) the vehicle is installed with a muffler cutout or similar device;

(H) exhaust stacks are located in a position in which an individual may be burned upon entering or leaving the vehicle, or in a location likely to cause damage to any electrical wiring, fuel supply, or any combustible part of the motor vehicle;

(I) any part of the exhaust system passes through the occupant compartment;

(J) a tail pipe does not extend to or beyond the rear of the cab or passenger area or is severely bent or broken; or

(K) a tail pipe does not extend to outer periphery of a motor home or van.

Notes

Utah Admin. Code R714-162-14

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2017-15, effective 7/18/2017