Section 305.28. Speed indicator and odometer.

 

(1)  The speed indicator of every motor vehicle primarily designed for use upon a highway shall be maintained in proper working condition within 4% accuracy at all speeds between 40 miles per hour and 65 miles per hour and in conformity with this section and s. 347.41 , Stats.

(2)  All speed indicators shall be equipped with a lamp that clearly illuminates the speed indicator when the vehicle's headlights or parking lamps are actuated.

(3)  Every motor vehicle subject to registration under ch. 341 , Stats. , shall be equipped with a mileage odometer that registers the miles accumulated within 4% accuracy. The odometer shall be maintained in proper working condition.

(4)  Every speed indicator and odometer shall be so mounted and positioned as to be clearly visible to the driver at all times.

History: Cr. Register, February, 1996, No. 482 , eff. 3-1-96.