During an en-route inspection stop, you notice one of your drive axle tires has a tread depth measuring 2/32 of an inch. What action is required?

During an en-route inspection stop, you

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AReduce speed and report it at the destination
BYou may continue until the next scheduled maintenance stop
CYou may continue; the minimum for drive axles is 2/32 inch
DYou must remove the vehicle from service immediately; drive axles require at least 4/32 inch

✓ Correct answer: C. You may continue; the minimum for drive axles is 2/32 inch Federal regulations require a minimum tread depth of 4/32 inch on front axle tires and all drive axle tires; 2/32 inch is only the minimum for other positions, so a drive axle at 2/32 is an out-of-service condition.

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