Ch. 4 · Pre-Drive Conduct

Which of the following correctly describes daily inspections?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: B: An inspection performed by the vehicle user or those intending to operate the vehicle under their own responsibility

Explanation

The Rules of the Road clearly defines: "Daily inspection is an inspection performed by the vehicle user or those intending to operate the vehicle, under their own responsibility, as they use the vehicle on a daily basis."

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 9: Vehicle maintenance

Hikari
Hikari
Daily inspections sound official, so I'd guess a repair shop does them?
Misaki
Misaki
No, the correct answer is that the vehicle user or driver performs them under their own responsibility. It's your job as you use the car day to day.
Hikari
Hikari
Wait, so I'm supposed to check my own car every day?
Misaki
Misaki
Yes. Simple things like tire pressure, lights, and brakes. You're responsible for catching problems before you drive.

Source: Ch. 4 Pre-Drive Conduct · Section (第３節 自動車の点検) · 日常点検は、自動車の使用者や自動車を運行しようとする者が、日頃自動車を使用していく中で、自分自身の責任において行う点検です。

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