NV DMV Vehicle Safety and Equipment Requirements 2

Question 1

In Nevada, what is the legal requirement for a vehicle's horn?

Accepted Answer

The horn must be audible at least 200 feet away under normal conditions

Answer

A horn is optional but recommended

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The horn must be audible at least 500 feet away

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Only commercial vehicles are required to have a horn

Question 2

What type of lights must be displayed on the front of a vehicle in Nevada?

Accepted Answer

White or yellow lights only

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Red lights only

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Blue lights only

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Green lights only

Question 3

When must Nevada drivers use their vehicle's turn signals?

Accepted Answer

At least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes

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Only when other vehicles are present

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Only on highways and freeways

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Only during nighttime hours

Question 4

In Nevada, which of the following is true about window tinting?

Accepted Answer

The windshield cannot have any tinting below the AS-1 line

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Any level of tinting is allowed on all windows

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All windows must be completely untinted

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Only rear windows may be tinted

Question 5

What must a Nevada driver do if their vehicle's brakes fail while driving?

Accepted Answer

Downshift, use the emergency brake gradually, and steer to safety

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Immediately turn off the engine

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Pump the gas pedal to restore brake pressure

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Honk continuously and wait for other drivers to clear the way

Question 6

How often must the safety inspection be performed on a vehicle in Nevada (in areas where required)?

Accepted Answer

Every year

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Every 6 months

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Every 2 years

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Only when the vehicle is first registered

Question 7

In Nevada, what is the requirement for a vehicle's exhaust system?

Accepted Answer

Exhaust must be properly muffled to prevent excessive noise or smoke

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Vehicles may modify exhaust to any noise level

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Only diesel vehicles require a muffler

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Exhaust systems are only regulated on commercial vehicles