When inspecting leaf springs, what is the rule regarding missing or broken leaves?

If 1/4 or more are missing or broken, the vehicle will be put out of service.. Section 2.1: If one-fourth (1/4) or more of the leaves in

When inspecting leaf springs, what is the rule regarding missing or broken leaves?

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Incorrect. "One missing leaf is okay." is not correct. If one-fourth (1/4) or more of the leaves in any leaf spring assembly are broken or missing, the vehicle is put out of service.
  • B. Correct. If one-fourth (1/4) or more of the leaves in any leaf spring assembly are broken or missing, the vehicle is put out of service.
  • C. Incorrect. "Leaves don't matter as long as the shock absorber is good." is not correct. If one-fourth (1/4) or more of the leaves in any leaf spring assembly are broken or missing, the vehicle is put out of service.
  • D. Incorrect. "Only the main leaf matters." is not correct. If one-fourth (1/4) or more of the leaves in any leaf spring assembly are broken or missing, the vehicle is put out of service.