Texas State Inspection Practice

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What happens if the parking brake is inoperable?

  1. The vehicle will pass the inspection

  2. The vehicle will receive a warning notice

  3. The vehicle will fail the inspection

  4. The vehicle will require a re-inspection

The correct answer is: The vehicle will fail the inspection

If the parking brake is inoperable, the vehicle will fail the inspection. The parking brake, also known as the emergency brake, is an essential component of a vehicle's braking system. It is designed to hold the vehicle stationary when parked and to provide additional safety in case of brake failure. During the Texas state inspection, the functionality of the parking brake is assessed to ensure that it can effectively hold the vehicle in place. An inoperable parking brake poses a significant safety risk, as it could lead to the vehicle rolling away if parked on an incline or if the primary braking system fails. Therefore, a vehicle must have a functional parking brake to pass inspection. In this scenario, the other options do not align with the regulatory standards set forth for vehicle inspections, as a vehicle cannot pass or receive a warning notice if it fails to meet critical safety requirements.

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