Section 34501.17 Of Division 14.8. Safety Regulations From California Vehicle Code >> Division 14.8.
34501.17
. (a) All paratransit vehicles shall be regularly and
systematically inspected, maintained, and lubricated by the owner or
operator in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, or
more often if necessary to ensure the safe operating condition of the
vehicle. The maintenance shall include, at a minimum, in-depth
inspection of the vehicle's brake system, steering components,
lighting system, and wheels and tires, to be performed at intervals
in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
(b) All owners or operators of paratransit vehicles shall document
each systematic inspection, maintenance, and lubrication and repair
performed for each vehicle subject to this section. Required records
shall include service performed, the name of the person performing
the service, the date that the service was performed, and the
odometer reading of the vehicle at the time of the service. The
records shall be maintained for the period that the vehicle is in
service at the place of business in this state of the owner or
operator of the vehicle, and shall be presented upon demand to any
authorized representative of the department. The odometer of a
paratransit vehicle shall be maintained in proper working order.