MAINE STATE INSPECTION CLASS A
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS | LATEST
VERSION 2025/2026.
Minimum Brake Pedal Reserve - ANS 1/3
Transmission requirements - ANS Functioning Drive, Reverse, and Park
Required Functional Malfunction indicator lights
(Class A only) - ANS ABS, TPMS, Airbag,BRAKE
Parking Brake Requirements - ANS Hold vehicle, Not connected to service brake system, no
oil or grease on linings, must disengage
Minimum Brake pad thickness - ANS 2/32"
Maximum Brake pad crack depth - ANS 1/2 way through
Reject vehicle if the brake pad surface is covered with this - ANS grease or oil
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, Reject vehicle if brake discs or drums have these - ANS substantial cracks in friction surface,
excessive rust, oil or grease contamination
Reject vehicle if the inside diameter of the drum is: - ANS larger than the discard thickness
stamped on the drum
Reject vehicle if any brake disc thickness is: - ANS Thinner than the discard thickness
stamped on the disc
Hydraulic system components that must be free of leaks and structural rust - ANS Master
cylinder, Reservoir, brake lines/hoses, ABS hydraulic unit, Calipers, Wheel Cylinders
Power Assist Braking System Check - ANS Engine off- push pedal until it becomes firm. Start
engine and ensure brake pedal drops slightly.
How to test vacuum assist check valve - ANS After checking Power assist operation, shut
engine off. Press brake pedal several times ensuring that 2 or 3 applications are assisted before
pedal becomes stiff again.
Exterior body component requirements - ANS Vehicle must have solid attached hood, doors,
fenders, etc.
Reject vehicle (Exterior) - ANS Rust holes in passenger area or structure. Inoperable door
latches, Trunk area unsealed, Hood latch fails to operate.
Exterior door handle removal requirements - ANS Must be able to manually open from inside
of vehicle
Reject vehicle (Exterior) - ANS Fenders do not cover tire tread, front or rear fenders
removed, bumper replaced with less robust parts, missing bumpers.
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EXAM QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS | LATEST
VERSION 2025/2026.
Minimum Brake Pedal Reserve - ANS 1/3
Transmission requirements - ANS Functioning Drive, Reverse, and Park
Required Functional Malfunction indicator lights
(Class A only) - ANS ABS, TPMS, Airbag,BRAKE
Parking Brake Requirements - ANS Hold vehicle, Not connected to service brake system, no
oil or grease on linings, must disengage
Minimum Brake pad thickness - ANS 2/32"
Maximum Brake pad crack depth - ANS 1/2 way through
Reject vehicle if the brake pad surface is covered with this - ANS grease or oil
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, Reject vehicle if brake discs or drums have these - ANS substantial cracks in friction surface,
excessive rust, oil or grease contamination
Reject vehicle if the inside diameter of the drum is: - ANS larger than the discard thickness
stamped on the drum
Reject vehicle if any brake disc thickness is: - ANS Thinner than the discard thickness
stamped on the disc
Hydraulic system components that must be free of leaks and structural rust - ANS Master
cylinder, Reservoir, brake lines/hoses, ABS hydraulic unit, Calipers, Wheel Cylinders
Power Assist Braking System Check - ANS Engine off- push pedal until it becomes firm. Start
engine and ensure brake pedal drops slightly.
How to test vacuum assist check valve - ANS After checking Power assist operation, shut
engine off. Press brake pedal several times ensuring that 2 or 3 applications are assisted before
pedal becomes stiff again.
Exterior body component requirements - ANS Vehicle must have solid attached hood, doors,
fenders, etc.
Reject vehicle (Exterior) - ANS Rust holes in passenger area or structure. Inoperable door
latches, Trunk area unsealed, Hood latch fails to operate.
Exterior door handle removal requirements - ANS Must be able to manually open from inside
of vehicle
Reject vehicle (Exterior) - ANS Fenders do not cover tire tread, front or rear fenders
removed, bumper replaced with less robust parts, missing bumpers.
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