Which warning lights will cause a vehicle to fail the annual inspection?
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Any illuminated warning lights, including the engine warning light and oil pressure warning light, will cause a vehicle to fail the annual inspection. Below are details about vehicle annual inspections: 1. Purpose: To promptly eliminate potential vehicle safety hazards, encourage proper vehicle maintenance, and reduce traffic accidents. 2. Inspection process: Emissions testing, violation check, deposit payment, visual inspection, on-site testing, final review, fee payment, and certification collection. 3. Required materials for individual inspection: Original vehicle license, duplicate of compulsory traffic insurance, ID card copy, and the vehicle. 4. Required materials for corporate inspection: Original vehicle license, duplicate of compulsory traffic insurance, agent's ID card copy, and the vehicle.
Last time I went for the annual inspection, I saw several cars held up because their warning lights were on. The critical ones that must not be lit are the engine fault light, ABS fault light, and airbag light. An illuminated engine light could indicate excessive emissions or mechanical issues, directly affecting the exhaust test. ABS and airbag lights are related to active safety system failures, so inspectors must be strict. The brake fault light is especially critical since brake failure is no joke. I also noticed that the tire pressure warning light shouldn’t be ignored—though it may seem minor, it’s related to tire safety. Additionally, the oil pressure light and battery indicator, which involve the powertrain, must be addressed beforehand. To be safe, it’s best to ensure all dashboard warning lights are off before the annual inspection.
