N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50B.41
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024
Section 13:20-50B.41 - Tailpipe(a) The tailpipe shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant tubing material at least equal in strength and durability to 16-gauge steel tubing. The tailpipe diameter from the muffler to the end of the tailpipe shall comply with the chassis manufacturer's specifications.(b) The exhaust system tailpipe shall terminate to the rear of all doors and windows designed to be opened for ventilation.(c) The exhaust system shall not discharge to the atmosphere immediately below an emergency exit, fuel tank, or fuel tank fill pipe.(d) The exhaust system tailpipe of a gasoline-powered engine shall extend to the rear bumper or to the left or right side of the school bus body and shall discharge to the atmosphere either:1. At or within six inches forward of the rearmost part of the school bus on the left or right side; or2. At or beyond the rear school bus bumper up to a maximum of two inches.(e) The exhaust system tailpipe of an engine powered by a fuel other than gasoline shall extend to the rear bumper or to the left or right side of the school bus body and shall discharge to the atmosphere either:1. At or within 15 inches forward of the rearmost part of the school bus on the left or right side; or2. At or beyond the rear school bus bumper up to a maximum of two inches.(f) A tailpipe that terminates at either the left or right side of the school bus shall extend to, but not beyond, the edge of the school bus body. N.J. Admin. Code § 13:20-50B.41