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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".13" citation="COMAR 11.19.02.13" title_num="11" subtitle_num="19" chapter_num="02" heading="Suspension (Springs and Shocks).">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Springs.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>The springs or suspension assemblies shall be of ample resiliency under all load conditions and of adequate strength to sustain the loaded vehicle without evidence of overload.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Springs or suspension assemblies shall be designed to carry their proportional share of gross vehicle weight.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>If rear springs are used, they shall be of a progressive type.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>If leaf type front springs are used, the stationary eyes shall be protected by a full wrapped leaf in addition to the main leaf.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Shock Absorbers. Two front and two rear double acting shock absorbers shall be provided and be compatible with the manufacturer's rated axle capacity.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Air Ride Suspension. An air ride suspension may be installed, which shall:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Meet all of the manufacturer's requirements;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Have a stop block to prevent the body from hitting the tire in case of an air bag failure;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Permit the vehicle to be driven off the roadway if the air bag fails; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>Have a manual drain valve.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>The air ride suspension system may be equipped with an automatic, electrically heated drain system.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>