What is required to check the brakes of a vehicle during inspection?

To check the brakes of a vehicle during inspection, one front tire and one rear tire must be pulled. This procedure allows the inspector to visually assess the brake components, including the pads, rotors, and associated hardware for wear and proper condition. By inspecting tires on both the front and rear, the inspector gains a comprehensive understanding of the braking system's functionality.

The inspection involves looking for signs of abnormal wear, leakage in the hydraulic system, and the condition of the brake lines and connections. By only pulling a front tire and a rear tire, the inspector can gather a representative sample of the vehicle's overall brake condition.

Other methods, such as lifting the vehicle off the ground, may not always be necessary for brakes inspection. While the vehicle could be lifted for certain checks or when servicing the brakes, it is not a requirement for standard inspections. Similarly, testing the brakes while driving or checking all tires simultaneously is often not practical or required during an inspection focused on identifying issues with the braking system itself. Thus, focusing on one front tire and one rear tire provides a thorough and effective way to assess the brakes properly.