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C. Safety Inspection. Each taxicab and TNC vehicle operating in the city must hold a <br /> valid certificate of safety issued by an independent motor vehicle mechanic not employed <br /> by or associated with a taxicab company or TNC or any driver authorized to operate the <br /> vehicle in question, and who is a certified National Institute of Automotive Service <br /> Excellence (ASE) Mechanic in good standing with the ASE. Said certificate shall be <br /> based on the vehicle passing a vehicle safety inspection that meets the standards set forth <br /> below, and is performed within one (1) year prior to the taxicab company/TNC for-hire <br /> license application submittal date each year. <br /> D. Inspection Standards. At a minimum, each vehicle inspection required pursuant <br /> to subsection A of this Section must consist of a confirmation of the safe operation of <br /> applicable vehicle systems and equipment, and a review of the vehicle's exterior and <br /> interior condition and cleanliness. The inspection shall include, but is not limited to, a <br /> check of the following systems and equipment: <br /> 1. Correction of any and all applicable motor vehicle recalls <br /> 2. Brake system <br /> 3. Alignment <br /> 4. Tires and wheel systems <br /> 5. Suspension <br /> 6. Steering system <br /> 7. Transmission <br /> 8. Fuel system <br /> 9. Exhaust system, compliance with emission standards <br /> 10. Belts and hoses <br /> 11. Fluids (motor oils, antifreeze,transmission and brake fluids) <br /> 12. Heater and air conditioning <br /> 13. Drive train and axles <br /> 14. Lighting systems and turn signals <br /> 15. Seat mechanisms and seat belts <br /> 16. Airbags <br /> 17. Door locks and windows <br /> 18. Hood and trunk latches <br /> 19. Speedometer and other gauges <br /> 20. Battery and cables <br /> 21. Cooling system <br /> 22. Horn <br /> 23. Wiring <br /> 24. Glass <br /> 25. Windshield and window glazing <br /> 26. Wipers and washers <br /> 27. Mirrors <br /> 28. Body component soundness <br /> 29. Vehicle frame (rebuilt vehicle) <br /> Page 7 of 14 <br />