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✨ Vehicle Safety Check Requirements

NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE

No. 30

Items to Check (General Vehicles)

Parking brake

Check the parking (hand) brake for excessive travel.
Check that it will stop the vehicle.

Seatbelt condition

Check for each seatbelt fitted that the buckle fastens correctly, the webbing is not frayed and the anchorage bolts are secure.

Airbag system

Check for each airbag fitted that the warning lamp indicates the airbag is operating correctly.

Exhaust system

Check that there is no abnormal noise from the exhaust system that would suggest there is a leak or it is not properly mounted.

Windscreen and windscreen wipers

Check that the windscreen is not cracked in the vision area.
Check that the windscreen washers and wipers are working and that the wiper blades are in good condition.

External projections/fittings

Check that there are no fittings or damage to the vehicle bodywork that could increase the risk of injury to pedestrians or other road users.

Rearview mirror

Check that the interior mirror, and for a goods vehicle the external mirrors, is in good condition, adjustable and affords the driver a clear view of the road behind.

Schedule 2

Vehicle Safety Check Inspection Requirements—Heavy Vehicles (GVM>3500kg)

Item to be Checked	Inspection Requirements	Checked	Passed
Overall condition	Check the general condition of the vehicle visually.
Check that there are no obvious signs that may indicate that the vehicle is unsafe.
Steering system	Check the condition of the steering by turning the steering wheel from lock to lock whilst driving at slow speed. There should be no abnormal noise, stiffness or looseness. The steering wheel should then be rotated back and forth quickly about its straight-ahead position (by about 30 degrees) with the vehicle stationary. There should be no knocking or looseness.
Power steering	Check the power steering for correct fluid level and for leaks.
Check power steering pump drive-belt for serviceability and correct tension.
Tyre pressure and condition	Check that the tyre inflation is suitable for the journey.

Check all road tyres for damage.
Check that the tread depth is within legal requirements. | | |
| Wheels and rims | Check that there is no damage to wheels or rims that could affect the safe operation of the vehicle.
Check wheel nuts for tightness.
Check security of the spare wheel. | | |
| Lighting system | Check that all lights function correctly and that there are no broken lamp lenses.
Check headlight aim if the vehicle is to be operated in the hours of darkness or in poor visibility. | | |
| Brake hydraulic system and master cylinder | Check the system integrity by putting full pressure on the brake pedal with the engine running and hold this for 20 seconds. There should be no creep of the pedal and there should be a minimum of 20% brake-pedal travel before it contacts the floor or any stop.
Check the brake master cylinder for correct brake fluid level and for leaks. | | |
| Brake air system (as applicable) | Check brake pipes and fittings for air leaks and for damage.
Check that the air-brake reservoir is clear of fluids (drain).
Charge the air system by running the engine. With the engine stopped, apply the service brake fully 5 times. The low air pressure warning must not come on. Apply the service brake repeatedly until the low air pressure warning comes on. Start the engine and check that the full system pressure is achieved within reasonable time. | | |
| Service brakes (foot brake) | Check that the service brake is functioning correctly by driving the vehicle in a straight line on a level surface and lightly applying the foot brake. There should be no abnormal noise or knocking from the brakes. During this test, the steering wheel should be very lightly held and there should be no discernible pull from the straight-ahead position. | | |

VUW Te Waharoa — NZ Gazette 2002, No 30

Gazette.govt.nz — NZ Gazette 2002, No 30

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✨ LLM interpretation of page content

🚂 Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Standards Compliance 2002 (continued from previous page)

Domain🚂 Transport & Communications
KeywordsVehicle Safety Check, Parking Brake, Seatbelt, Airbag, Exhaust System, Windscreen, External Projections, Rearview Mirror

🚂 Vehicle Safety Check Inspection Requirements—Heavy Vehicles (GVM>3500kg)

Domain🚂 Transport & Communications
KeywordsHeavy Vehicles, Overall Condition, Steering System, Power Steering, Tyre Pressure, Wheels and Rims, Lighting System, Brake Hydraulic System, Brake Air System, Service Brakes

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