What safety feature is required on converter dollies manufactured on or after March 1, 1998, and how can it be identified during inspection?
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Regulation
49 CFR 383.115(e) ("operating practices and procedures not otherwise specified"); AAMVA CDL Manual Section 7.1.8 "Antilock Braking Systems on Converter Dollies," p. 7-1
Why This Matters
A yellow lamp on the dolly is a quick, specific visual check a driver can use during a pre-trip inspection to confirm the dolly's ABS is functioning — missing or illuminated incorrectly, it's a red flag before ever pulling onto wet or icy roads.