Vehicle Safety and Equipment Standards Flashcards

What is the Montana law regarding child safety seats for children under age 6?

Answer: Children under 6 and under 60 lbs must be secured in an appropriate child restraint system

Montana law requires children under age 6 and weighing less than 60 pounds to be secured in an appropriate child safety seat.

What brake equipment is required on all Montana motor vehicles?

Answer: Two independent braking systems — a service brake and a parking brake

Montana law requires all motor vehicles to have both a service (foot) brake and an independent parking (emergency) brake system.

In Montana, what is the legal window tint limit for the front side windows of a passenger vehicle?

Answer: At least 24% light transmittance

Montana allows front side windows to have tint that permits at least 24% of visible light to pass through.

What type of vehicle lighting is prohibited from being used while driving on public roads in Montana?

Answer: Red or blue flashing lights (reserved for emergency vehicles)

Red and blue flashing lights are reserved exclusively for emergency and law enforcement vehicles in Montana and are prohibited on civilian vehicles.

What is required for a Montana vehicle's horn?

Answer: Must be audible from at least 200 feet away and used only when necessary

Montana requires motor vehicles to have a horn that is audible at 200 feet and limits its use to safety-related situations.

What does Montana law require regarding rearview mirrors?

Answer: All vehicles must have at least one mirror providing a clear rear view

Montana law requires every motor vehicle to be equipped with at least one mirror that gives the driver a clear view to the rear.