1. A. Visually inspect:

   Procedures:	Reject Vehicle If:
   (1) Manifolds.	(1) Manifold is broken, cracked, or leaking.
   (2) Muffler or mufflers.	(2) Muffler is missing or leaking.
   (3) Exhaust pipe or pipes.	(3) Exhaust pipe is missing, leaking, or perforated.
   (4) Exhaust turbo charger (if applicable).	(4) Exhaust turbo charger has an audible leak at seals.
   (5) Heat shields (if applicable).	(5) Heat shields are missing, loose, or improperly mounted.
   (6) Location.	(6) Any part of exhaust system is less than 1-1/2 inches from fuel system, brake system, or other nonshielded combustible material.
   (7) Exhaust outlet.	(7) Exhaust outlet does not expel exhaust beyond perimeter of the passenger compartment.

Authority: Transportation Article, §§12-104(b) and 23-303, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: January 8, 1990 (16:26 Md. R. 2796)

Regulation .01 amended effective April 1, 1991 (18:6 Md. R. 687)