ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTINGS
INFORMATION
This inspection applies to all vehicles.
METHOD OF INSPECTION
Note:
‘Chassis’ includes the underframe on integrally constructed vehicles.
Examine the presence and condition of:
- Mountings
- Subframes
and their security to the chassis and check for:
- Looseness
- Fractures
- Deterioration
REASON FOR REJECTION
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Deficiency Category |
1. Any mounting or subframe:- |
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a. Missing |
MAJOR |
b. Fractured, |
MAJOR |
c. Insecure but unlikely to detach or fail |
MINOR |
d. Damaged or deteriorated to the extent that it is likely to fail |
MAJOR |
If a security bracket to stop the engine or transmission falling in their mountings fails or is absent or deteriorated, this is not a reason for rejection, but the driver should be told.