CDL · Passenger vehicles

Which wheels on a bus are not allowed to have recapped or regrooved tires?

Correct answer: Those on the front axle.

Answer options

  1. AThose on the rear axle
  2. BThose on the front axle Correct
  3. CThose carried as spares

Why

Recapped or regrooved tires are prohibited on a bus's front wheels, because a front tire failure affects steering and can quickly cause a loss of control.

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Topic: Passenger vehicles   License: CDL

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