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Vehicle Safety Check Test For the vehicle safety check tested you are expected to describe to the examiner each item you are inspecting and why. Your vehicle safety check test will be conducted off-street. It will consist of the following components (in alphabetical order): • Horn Checks that the horn works. • Taillights & Brake Lights Checks that tail lights and brake lights are operational. Checks that lenses are not cracked, broken or missing. • Turn Signal Lights (front & back) Checks that all turn signal lights (front & back) are operational. Checks that lenses are not cracked, broken or missing. • Vehicle Walk -Around Walks around the vehicle indicating they are looking at the general condition of the vehicle and looking for children, animals and other objects before entering the vehicle. • Windows & Windshields Checks windows to make sure they are clear and have no obstructions or damage to the glass. Windows open and close properly. Checks windshield to make sure it is clear and has no obstructions or damage to the glass. • Wipers/Washers Checks that wiper arms and blades are secure and not damaged. Checks that windshield wipers operate correctly. NOTE: If a condition has been identified during the vehicle safety check that makes the vehicle unsafe to drive, we are unable to continue with the skills test. You will need to re -schedule your test. Applicant should speak loudly, projecting your voice as needed for the examiner to hear each response or call out. Applicant should let the examiner know when they need help in checking their brake lights and turn signals. Applicants are expected to tell the examiner what they are doing while examiner is in the back or front (i.e., turning on left turn signal, right turn signal, etc.). Noncommercial Skills Testing during Public Health Emergency Customer Guide: Preparing for your Driver's Test Vehicle Registration & Licensing Division