870 (H.B. 2810), Sec. May 22, 2015. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sec. 1, eff. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. (e) The operator of an explosive cargo vehicle may not display as a warning device a flare, fusee, or signal produced by flame. (a) A motorcycle or moped that is designed to carry more than one person must be equipped with footrests and handholds for use by the passenger. (e) A person commits an offense if the person offers for sale or sells a private passenger automobile tire that is regrooved. (b) A trailer, semitrailer, or pole trailer is not required to have brakes if: (1) its gross weight is 4,500 pounds or less; or. Sec. (b) A passenger car or truck that was manufactured or assembled before the model year 1960 shall be equipped with at least one taillamp. The inspection criteria for tail lamps states: "Tail lamp. Inspect and reject if: lamp is obstructed by any part of the body." Transportation Code 502.409 prohibits attaching or displaying on a motor vehicle a number plate or registration insignia where: Sec. In addition to other equipment required by this chapter: (1) a bus, truck, trailer, or semitrailer that is at least 80 inches wide shall be equipped with: (A) two clearance lamps on the front, one at each side; (B) two clearance lamps on the rear, one at each side; (C) four side marker lamps, one on each side at or near the front and one on each side at or near the rear; (D) four reflectors, one on each side at or near the front and one on each side at or near the rear; and. (b) A truck-tractor or truck used to tow a vehicle equipped with vacuum brakes, or a truck with at least three axles that is equipped with vacuum brakes, shall be equipped with a warning signal, other than a gauge showing vacuum, that is readily audible or visible to the vehicle operator and that shows when the vacuum in the reservoir or reserve capacity is less than eight inches of mercury. 1352 (S.B. Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. Additional information on lighting can be found in the Texas Transportation Code, Chapter 547, Subchapters D & E. The inspection criteria for tail lamps states: "Tail lamp. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. (d) A mobile home lighted as provided by this section may be moved only during daytime. (B) not more than three rear identification lamps without glare. 165, Sec. Sec. SUBCHAPTER J. SAFETY BELTS REQUIRED. DEPARTMENT CERTIFICATION OR APPROVAL OF VEHICLE EQUIPMENT. 547.381. (c) Except as provided by Section 547.506 and Subsection (d), the operator of a vehicle described by Section 547.503(b) or an explosive cargo vehicle that is disabled, or stopped for more than 10 minutes, on a roadway of a divided highway shall place the warning devices described by Subsection (b): (1) in the center of the lane occupied by the vehicle toward approaching traffic approximately 200 feet from the vehicle; (2) in the center of the lane occupied by the vehicle toward approaching traffic approximately 100 feet from the vehicle; and. 547.402. (a) A person may not offer or distribute for sale or sell an item of vehicle equipment for which a standard is prescribed by this chapter or the department and that does not comply with the standard. SUBCHAPTER L. ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOOL BUSES, AUTHORIZED EMERGENCY VEHICLES, AND SLOW-MOVING VEHICLES. (e) For the purposes of Subsection (c)(3): (1) disclosure of a motor vehicle's vehicle identification number with the last six digits deleted or redacted is not disclosure of the identity of the owner or driver; and. September 1, 2019. (4) causes another person to violate Subsection (a-1) or Subdivision (1), (2), or (3) or assists a person in violating Subsection (a-1) or Subdivision (1), (2), or (3). (b) Except as provided by Section 547.506 and Subsection (d), the operator of a vehicle described by Section 547.503(b) or an explosive cargo vehicle that is disabled, or stopped for more than 10 minutes, on a roadway outside an urban district shall: (1) immediately place a lighted red electric lantern or a portable red emergency reflector at the traffic side of the vehicle in the direction of the nearest approaching traffic; and. Section 571.108; or. Fog lights: Clear, unobtrusive lenses are legal. (d) A private vehicle operated by a volunteer firefighter responding to a fire alarm or a medical emergency may, but is not required to, be equipped with signal lamps that comply with the requirements of Subsection (c). Sept. 1, 1997. 882 (H.B. 2553), Sec. June 15, 2007. (a) A vehicle used to tow another vehicle equipped with air-controlled brakes shall be equipped with the following means, together or separate, for applying the trailer brakes in an emergency: (1) an automatic device that applies the brakes to a fixed pressure from 20 to 45 pounds per square inch if the towing vehicle's air supply is reduced; and. EMISSION SYSTEMS REQUIRED. Without checking Texas Motor Vehicle Laws, I'll tell you this. 547.382. You should ensure that the equipment vendor is reputable and that all equipment has a DOT or appropriate SAE stamp on it (or if not marked, keep the box that it comes in which says it is "DOT approved") and under no circumstances use equipment that is for "off-road or show only.". September 1, 2007. 1, eff. (b) In addition to the single control device required by Section 547.403, a vehicle used to tow another vehicle equipped with vacuum brakes shall be equipped with a second control device that: (1) is used to operate the brakes on a towed vehicle in an emergency; (2) is independent of brake air, hydraulic, or other pressure and independent of other controls, unless the braking system is arranged to automatically apply the towed vehicle's brakes if the pressure for the second control device on the towing vehicle fails; and. 547.205. 882 (H.B. 1131, Sec. 752 (H.B. A school bus that violates this section or rules adopted under this section shall be placed out of service until it complies. All vehicles require three working stop lamps (brake lights). MINIMUM LIGHTING EQUIPMENT REQUIRED. (a) A motor vehicle may be equipped with no more than two auxiliary driving lamps. 547.702. (e) If the means of applying the parking brakes and service brakes are connected, the brake system shall be constructed so that the failure of one part will not cause the vehicle to be without operative brakes. MULTIPLE-BEAM LIGHTING EQUIPMENT REQUIRED. (2) the ground below the motorcycle or moped. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF BRAKES. 1, eff. The Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities. SAFE AIR-CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT REQUIRED; SALE OF NONCOMPLYING VEHICLE. 309, Sec. (1) cite the standard that the item allegedly violates; (2) state that the manufacturer of the item has been notified and may request a hearing on the issue of compliance before a stated date; (3) state that if the manufacturer or another person requests a hearing, the person may appear at the hearing; (4) state that if the manufacturer does not request a hearing, the person may request a hearing by filing a written request with the department not later than the 30th day after the date notice is received; and. September 1, 2007. Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 2553), Sec. (8) "Slow-moving-vehicle emblem" means a triangular emblem that conforms to standards and specifications adopted by the director under Section 547.104. (c) The lamps shall display simultaneously flashing lights that emit: Sec. The department may adopt safety requirements, rules, and specifications that: (1) apply to air-conditioning equipment; and. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. AIR-CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT STANDARDS. In terms of taillights, all vehicles in Texas must also have at least two brake lights that emit a red or yellow light. (b) The Texas Department of Transportation may adopt standards and specifications for lighting that permit the use of flashing lights for identification purposes on highway maintenance or construction vehicles and service vehicles. (3) is maintained in a clean, reflective condition. Unless specifically prohibited by this chapter, lighting, reflective devices, and associated equipment on a vehicle or motor vehicle must comply with: The current federal standards in 49 C.F.R. (16) a commercial motor vehicle as defined by Section 644.001. In this chapter: (1) "Air-conditioning equipment" means mechanical vapor compression refrigeration equipment used to cool a motor vehicle passenger or operator compartment. Sec. (d) Except when travel conditions require the downshifting or use of lower gears to maintain reasonable momentum, a person commits an offense if the person operates, or as an owner knowingly permits another person to operate, a vehicle that emits: (1) visible smoke for 10 seconds or longer; or. 910, Sec. (c) Subsections (a) and (b) do not apply to a vehicle that tows another vehicle as a commodity when at least one set of wheels of the towed vehicle is on the roadway. Sec. A motor vehicle may be equipped with: (1) not more than two side cowl or fender lamps that emit an amber or white light without glare; (2) not more than two running board courtesy lamps, one on each side of the vehicle, that emit an amber or white light without glare; and, (A) emit an amber or white light only when the vehicle is not moving forward; and. September 1, 2006. Sept. 1, 1995. Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. Front side windows are required to allow more than 25% of light in. 547.609. (b) Subsection (a) does not apply to a vehicle that is used in construction or maintenance work and is traveling in a construction area that is marked as required by the Texas Transportation Commission. 908 (S.B. DISPLAY OF DEVICES: VEHICLES OFF ROADWAY. 1923), Sec. (B) higher than 42 inches above the ground at a distance of 75 feet ahead. (b) The department may adopt standards for vehicle equipment to: (1) protect the public from unreasonable risk of death or injury; and. Vehicles that are equipped from the manufacturer with approved lenses which are clear and lighted by red L.E.D. 547.613. 5. SUBCHAPTER B. 1318, Sec. 1918), Sec. (e) In this subsection, "bus" includes a school bus, school activity bus, multifunction school activity bus, or school-chartered bus. This really only becomes an issue with some aftermarket lights that are not equipped from the auto manufacturer. Regarding tail lights, all vehicles in Texas are also required to have at least two stop lamps that emit a red or amber glow. These lights must be visible from at least 300 feet to the rear in normal sunlight. Sec. 547.401. 1, 2, eff. (2) are not relevant for an automated driving system. Sec. July 1, 1999. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. January 1, 2020. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (2) an operator approaching a vehicle from the rear within 300 feet may not select the uppermost distribution of light. RESTRICTIONS ON USE OF LIGHTS. (2) if there is no standard of the United States for the same aspect of vehicle equipment performance as the department standard, conform as closely as possible to a relevant standard of the United States, similar standards established by other states, and a standard issued or endorsed by recognized national standard-setting organizations or agencies. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (a) In this section, "counterfeit airbag" means an airbag that does not meet all applicable federal safety regulations for an airbag designed to be installed in a vehicle of a particular make, model, and year. (b) An auxiliary passing lamp shall be mounted on the front of the vehicle at a height from 24 to 42 inches. (d) The department may determine that a window that has a sunscreening device is exempt under Subsection (b)(2) if the light transmission or luminous reflectance varies by no more than three percent from the standard established in that subsection. 5, eff. Every motor vehicle shall be equipped with at least two tail lamps, unless vehicle was manufactured prior to 1960, in which case your vehicle is required to be equipped with one (1) tail lamp mounted on the rear which, when illuminated, shall emit a red light plainly visible from a distance of 1,000 feet to the rear.
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