§ 101-38.502 - Guidelines.

(a) A scheduled maintenance program should include a recorded, systematic procedure for the servicing and inspection of motor vehicles to:

(1) Ensure their safe and economical operating condition throughout the period of use;

(2) Meet established emission standards; and

(3) Meet warranty requirements.

(b) Agencies will ensure that all Government-owned or -leased, commercial design motor vehicles have inspection and servicing, including tune-ups, performed in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations, or more frequently if local operating conditions require.

(c) Proper maintenance ensures that Government-owned or -leased vehicles—

(1) Operate in the most energy efficient manner and

(2) Meet Federal and State emission standards, including safe and proper operation of the catalytic converter and electronic/computerized emission components.