Maryland State Inspection Technical Exam 2026/2027 with Questions and Correct Answers – Instant Download Complete Vehicle Inspection Study Guide

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MARYLAND STATE INSPECTION-
TECHNICAL EXAM 2026 WITH
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS

Steering wheel - correct answer-reject for
cracks and breaks
non continuity
not original or equivalent size
objects mounted on column




Inspection for lash - correct answer-front wheels straight ahead
turn wheel until motion can be observed at road wheels
engine must be running for vehicles with power steering




Failure for lash - correct answer-16 inch wheel 2 inches
18 inch wheel 2 1/4 inches
20 inch wheel 2 1/2 inches
22 inch wheel 2 3/4 inches




lash failure for power steering system - correct answer-0.4 inches or 10mm

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inspect for travel - correct answer-turn steering full right and full left
jack front wheels slightly on vehicles without power steering.
check for binding and jamming




inspect for linkage play - correct answer-lift front end with wheels straight
ahead, apply brakes,grasp front and rear of tire ,record movement at
extreme front or rear of tire




Camber - correct answer-inward or outward tilt of the top of the wheel from
vertical




Ball joint wear-without wear indicators - correct answer-reject for movement
exceeding manufacturer specs
repaired by heating
equipped with tightener or repair kit




Types of ball joints - correct answer-wear indicator
standard
turning torque
preloaded