Light Vehicle Inspection Manual (PDF 7MB) - Transport

Section 11:Petrol / Diesel VehiclesAustralian Design Rules relevant to this section:ADR 17 Fuel systemOBJECTIVE: To ensure that petrol/diesel systems and associated components are fitted in accordance with the regulationsand operate in a safe manner.11.1 Visually inspect the fuel systemReasons for rejectiona) there is leakage from any part of the fuel system.b) fuel lines are in contact with moving parts or a heat source, are kinked, cracked or not secure.c) fuel tanks are not securely mounted and straps, supports, mounting brackets or fasteners are missing, cracked,broken or loose.d) fuel tanks are damaged or corroded so that leaks could result.e) The fuel filler pipe inlet and cap are not located on the outside of the vehicle unless originally fitted inside by themanufacturer.f) Vehicles designed to operate on unleaded fuel are not fitted with a smaller filler neck which will only accept thenozzle of an unleaded petrol pump.g) fuel filler cap is missing or not suitable for the type of tank.h) fuel filler cap seal is damaged or missing.i) the fuel filler restrictor is missing from the filler neck of a vehicle exclusively designed for unleaded fuel and fittedwith a catalytic converter.j) nitrous oxide injection equipment is fitted irrespective of its operational ability.k) multiple and/or replacement carburetors fitted to any motor vehicle do not continue to comply with theemission requirements of the Australian Design Rules applicable at the time of the vehicle’s manufacture.11.2 Visually inspect Fire Extinguisher (where required egomnibuses, caravans and tow trucks)Reasons for rejectiona) Fire extinguisher not fitted.b) Fire extinguisher is not filled, charged or under current inspection.b) Handle, nozzle or hose of fire extinguisher is missing or damaged.c) The extinguisher is not securely mounted in the vehicle.Note:Fire extinguishers can become ineffective even though they appear properly charged. For example powder typeextinguishers subject to vibration can fail due to compacting of the powder.Australian Standards AS 1851.1-1995 Portable Fire Extinguishers, contains suitable procedures for inspecting andtesting fire extinguishersAustralian Standards AS 2444 Portable Fire Extinguishers- Selection and Location outlines the appropriate type, size andlocation of fire extinguishers for vehicles.Light Vehicle Inspection ManualVersion 11, December 2013 51