N.J. Admin. Code § 16:53-6.16

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 16:53-6.16 - Exhaust system

(a) The exhaust system shall be securely installed entirely outside of the vehicle body. The exhaust system shall be equipped with a muffler in proper operating condition. The exhaust system shall be free of leaks. Flexible pipe or tubing is prohibited in the exhaust system.

(b) The exhaust system shall vent to the rear or on the street side to the rear of the rear wheels.

(c) The engine shall be maintained in proper operating condition so as to prevent the emission of excessive smoke or other air contaminants. Small autobuses shall meet the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection motor vehicle emission inspection standards applicable to the type of engine installed.

1. Each exhaust emission system shall be inspected utilizing equipment approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.

2. Inspection of the exhaust emission system may be conducted by the operator, by a person designated by the operator, or by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission for the fee set forth in 16:53-10.1.

3. Each small autobus shall be inspected every six months by a person qualified to conduct emission testing. Self-inspection emission testing shall be completed within 20 days prior to self-inspection certification. Inspections performed by any person other than New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission personnel shall require a certification from the individual conducting such inspection indicating his or her qualifications to conduct such a test and the type of equipment used.

(d) No portion of the exhaust system shall be located in a manner that could result in the burning or damaging of electrical wiring, fuel system components, or any combustible part of the small autobus.

(e) Engine covers shall be properly sealed and shall not permit any engine compartment vapors to enter the passenger compartment.

N.J. Admin. Code § 16:53-6.16

Amended by R.1989 d.392, effective 7/17/1989.
See: 21 N.J.R. 1098(a), 21 N.J.R. 2051(b).
Recodified from N.J.A.C. 16:53-6.15 and 1.-4. added at (c) regarding exhaust emission inspection.
Amended by R.2002 d.295, effective 9/3/2002.
See: 34 N.J.R. 1327(b), 34 N.J.R. 3099(a).
Rewrote the section.
Amended by R.2008 d.49, effective 3/3/2008.
See: 39 N.J.R. 3889(a), 40 N.J.R. 1357(b).
In (c)2 and (c)3, substituted "Motor Vehicle Commission" for "Department of Transportation".