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Appendix D: Sample Visual Inspection and Road Test Sheets
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| Guide for Inspection: |
Coach Manufacturer________________________ |
| The Following Items Should Be Inspected |
Coach Number____________________________ |
| on Every Coach of Each Order |
Test Location_____________________________ |
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Item |
Requirement |
Inspection
Instruction |
Result |
Inspector/
Date |
Remarks/Notes |
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Curb Weight |
Maximum curb weight of lb. |
Measure on certified scale |
Weight
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FMVSS Stickers |
Affixed to vehicle |
Locate sticker |
Pass/Fail |
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Finish and Color |
Smooth body surfaces and paint |
Visually inspect all surfaces for flaws |
Pass/Fail |
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Interior Panel Fastening |
Absence of rough edges or surfaces |
Visually inspect for proper installation |
Pass/Fail |
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Towing Devices |
Provision of towing eyes (front/rear) |
Verify presence of towing eyes |
Pass/Fail |
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Door Control |
Opening time of sec. |
Verify door opening time frame |
Pass/Fail |
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Interior Lighting |
Lighting operable without engine |
Switch on all interior lights |
Pass/Fail |
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Exterior Lighting |
All vehicle lights operable |
Switch on and verify lamps are on |
Pass/Fail |
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Fuel Tank |
Fill rate and filler location |
Inspect filler for easy access and check fill rate |
Pass/Fail |
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Chassis |
Welds, axles, suspension, steering, wheels, and brakes |
Inspect for leaks, and interference. Check fluid levels, welds, undercoating, air lines, brake slack, and lug nuts |
Pass/Fail |
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Electrical |
Wiring and junction boxes |
Inspect for loose or stretched wires |
Pass/Fail |
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Batteries |
Secured and polarized wiring access for jump start |
Inspect compartment and jumper cable access |
Pass/Fail |
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HVAC |
Capacity and performance |
Operate AC, check compressor, condenser, flow, and temperature |
Pass/Fail |
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Wheelchair Access |
Clear lift or ramp access, and securement area |
Operate lift or ramp, inspect operation, measure areas |
Pass/Fail |
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Power Plant |
Mounting and arrangement |
Check for loose lines, leaks, and noises. Check fluid levels, belt alignment, and cap fit |
Pass/Fail |
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SAMPLE ROAD TEST SHEET
| Guide for Inspection: |
Coach Manufacturer________________________ |
| The Following Items Should Be Inspected |
Coach Number____________________________ |
| on Every Coach of Each Order |
Test Location______________________________ |
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Item |
Requirement |
Inspection Instruction |
Result |
Inspector/Date |
Remarks/Notes |
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Engine |
N/A |
Record low idle, fast idle, and high idle speeds |
Low
Fast
High |
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Service Brakes |
Stopping distance |
Verify function and indicator, check for pulling to either side |
Pass/Fail |
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Parking Brake |
N/A |
Verify indicator, and no movement |
Pass/Fail |
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Turning Effort |
Steering wheel torque |
Check effort with coach stopped |
Pass/Fail |
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Turning Radius |
Not to exceed at corner of body |
Verify turning radius in both directions |
Pass/Fail |
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Acceleration |
rate from 0 to
mph |
Verify acceleration on smooth road |
Pass/Fail |
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Resonance |
Absence of audible and/or visible vibrations |
Operate coach at various speeds, check for vibrations and rattles |
Pass/Fail |
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Windshield Wipers |
Evenly deposited wash fluid |
Operate coach at safe speed over 40 mph, check coverage, parking position, and wiper frequency |
Pass/Fail |
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Power Plant |
N/A |
Check for leaks under coach and in engine compartment, check for abnormal noises |
Pass/Fail |
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HVAC |
Interior temperature |
Operate system, check internal and ambient temp. |
Int.
Amb. |
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Door Control |
Accelerator and brake interlocks |
At speeds less than 10 mph, verify accelerator and brake interlocks with door open |
Pass/Fail |
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General |
N/A |
During testing, observe any abnor-malities in ride and handling of coach |
Pass/Fail |
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