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List of PA Safety Inspection Stations
Manufacturer Resources
Ford Ball Joint Inspection Guide
Pre-1998 Ball Joint Specifications
Symtech Headlight Aiming Video -YouTube
Symtech SCA 1 Aimer Video - YouTube
Symtech HBA 5 Aimer Video - YouTube
PAA Headlight Aiming Screen
Headlight Aimer Manuals
PennDOT VIN Decoder
NHTSA VIN Decoder
Vehicle Recalls by VIN
Air Bag Recalls by VIN
Category 1 - Car & Light Truck Resources
CAT 1 Inspection Checklist
Emission Component Visual Inspection
Ball Joint Inspection
How to Read a Micrometer
Temporary Approval Indicator Fact Sheet
Headlight Color Test
OEM Recommended Tire Size Finder
Tire Size Calculator (PAA)
Category 2 - Motorcycle Inspection
CAT 2 Inspection Checklist
Motorcycle Expiration Chart
Illustration of Rake and Trail
What is an Autocycle?
Category 3 - Medium and Heavy Truck
CAT 3 Inspection Checklist
Wheel Shield/ Mud Flap Requirements
Tire Inspection Guidelines
Kingpin Measurement Demonstration Video
Fifth Wheel Inspection Demonstration Video
Air System Inspection Demonstration Video
Guidance on Automatic Slack Adjusters
Heavy Truck VIN Decoder
Truck Lighting and Reflector Requirements
Free Air Brake Training
Recreational, Semi- & Utility Trailers
Category J - Enhanced Vehicle Safety Inspection
Enhanced Safety Inspection Manual
List of Enhanced Vehicle Safety Inspection Stations
List of Online Business Partners
Enhanced Safety Inspection Station Agreement
Reconstruced Document Checklist for Vehicle Owner
NHTSA Manufacturer's Information Database
Study Tools
Baseline Powerpoints
CAT 2 Powerpoint
CAT 3 Powerpoint
PA Safety Inspection Matching Review Game
PA Safety Inspection Baseline Flashcards
PA Safety Inspection CAT 1 Flashcards
PA Safety Inspection CAT 3 Flashcards
Links to Official PennDOT Resources
Current PA Safety Inspection Regulations
Safety Inspection Bulletins
Information for Station Owners and Mechanics
75 Pa.C.S. §102 - Definitions
Safety Inspection Recertification Portal
PA Code Title 75 Chapter 47
Frequently Asked Questions
Do vehicles fail inspection for a license plate that is detoriorating and becoming difficult to read?
Can you inspect a fleet vehicle that has a annual inspection more than once per year? For example, performing PA Safety inspection each time it is in for preventive maintenance.
Do headlights that are clouded and oxidized fail PA safety inspection?
Do the fog lights on the vehicle have to work for it to pass safety inspection? What about for enhanced safety inspection?
Does a church bus require annual or semi-annual inspection?
Does an inspection mechanic need a school bus endorsement on their CDL to inspect school buses?
Does my vehicle fail inspection if the air bag light is on?
Does the installation of an aftermarket exhaust driven turbocharger eliminate the need for a muffler on a diesel pickup truck for PA safety inspection?
Everybody Makes Mistakes - but what if it is the Inspection Station?
How do you use the low range ammeter recommended for trailer inspection? What tool would you recommend and where can you purchase this?
I am beginning to drive for Uber and they are requiring that my vehicle pass PennDot safety inspection. My vehicle is registered and insured out-of-state (NJ). How can I get PA safety inspection performed on my vehicle?
If a LED taillight has one or two of the small LEDs burnt out, does it still pass for inspection?
If a vehicle gets inspected and the sticker on the vehicle is already expired, what should the new sticker read?
If I get my car inspected before the old sticker expires, what will my new sticker read?
If I move to Pennsylvania from another state, how long do I have to get my Safety Inspection performed?
If my car fails inspection and I have someone else perform the work, will I have to pay for a second inspection?
If my car fails inspection how long do I have to get the repairs done?
If my inspection expires can I legally drive my vehicle to the inspection station if I have an appointment?
My mechanic says that my vehicle must be driven 150 miles before it can be inspected, is this correct?
The Most Common PA Safety Inspection Question
What are the different inspection categories and what is required to get each one?
What happens if a vehicle is going to be out-of-state and the inspection expires? Does the owner need some kind of waiver?
What is the height allowed for hood scoops to pass PA saftey inspection?
What is the procedure for getting the inspection sticker replaced if I get a new windshield?
What is the proper procedure for odometer replacement?
What is the required clearance from the ground to the bottom of the mudflap?
What make/model headlight aimer is required to meet the minimum requirement for PA safety inspection stations at this time?
What vehicles are exempt from PA Safety Inspection?
What vehicles are subject to the Visual Anti-Tampering check of Emissions components as part of PA Safety Inspection?
When does my vehicle expire and is there a grace period if it fails inspection?
Where is my inspection license?
Famous Cars That Would Fail PA Safety Inspection!
Documents
Safety Inspector Recertification
PA Emissions Inspection Website
PA Safety Inspection
PA Safety Inspection CAT 3 Flashcards
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