Before your salvage inspection, you should thoroughly check the following aspects of your vehicle or equipment, depending on the type:
**EQUIPMENT INSPECTION (Includes Motorcycles and Trailers):**
1. Headlights
2. Parking brake
3. License plate light
4. Tires
5. Rearview mirror(s)
6. Windshield wipers
7. Windshield washers
8. Handlebars (Motorcycle only)
9. Brakes
10. Tail lights
11. Bumpers
12. Differential gear
13. Bright light indicator
14. Seat (Motorcycle only)
15. Alternate braking system (trailers over 5,500 lbs only)
16. Turn signals
17. Brake lights
18. Exhaust
19. Horn
20. Safety glass
21. Clearance lamp (Pole-trailers over 3,000 lbs. only)
These checks are essential to ensure that the vehicle or equipment meets safety and roadworthiness standards, which is a crucial step in the salvage inspection process. It helps ensure that the vehicle is safe to be back on the road after being declared salvage, and it complies with state regulations.
