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Go!For manual slack adjustors, the brake pushrod should not move more than _________ (with the brakes released) when pulled by hand.
In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses (if equipped), three red reflective triangles and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect which of the following emergency equipment?
In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses (if equipped), three red reflective triangles and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect the following emergency equipment:
When checking the steering box components under the hood, what should you check for?
Steering Box/Hoses
What should you check for when checking the landing gear on the trailer?
When inspecting a passenger bus, which of the following must be checked when inspecting emergency exits?
Emergency Exits
When doing a pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment, which of the following are you NOT looking for?
Engine Compartment (Engine Off) Leaks/Hoses
What should you check for on drum brakes during a pre-trip inspection?
Drum Brake
Which of the following is NOT one of the belts you will check during a pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment?
Check the following belts for snugness (up to 1/4-inch play at center of belt), cracks or frays:
Which of the following is NOT one of the dash indicators you will look for during your pre-trip inspection?
Test that dash indicators work when corresponding lights are turned on:
When doing an air brake system leak check, which of the following is the correct setup for the test?
The The Pre-Trip Inspectin portion of the CDL Exam is required to obtain your CDL. During the pre-trip inspection, you must show that the vehicle is safe to drive. You may have to walk around the vehicle and point to or touch each item and explain to the examiner what you are checking and why. You will NOT have to crawl under the hood or under the vehicle.
Drivers need to have knowledge of how the actual vehicle(s) that they are conducting the test in operate. The drivers need to be able to explain and demonstrate different checks for the examiner as requested.
If you are applying for a Class A CDL, you will be required to perform a pre-trip inspection in the vehicle you have brought with you for testing. The vehicle must be a combination vehicle, representative of the unit you will be driving and must meet the class weight requirements. If the vehicle is an air brake vehicle, you must first pass the air brake knowledge test. You also must have passed all applicable endorsement knowledge tests that pertain to the vehicle you bring in for testing. Your test will require an inspection of the areas of the vehicle as instructed by your CDL examiner.
If you are applying for a Class B or C CDL, you will be required to perform a pre-trip inspection in the vehicle you have brought with you for testing. The vehicle must be a straight truck, passenger bus or school bus, representative of the vehicle you will be driving and must meet the class weight requirements. If the vehicle is an air brake vehicle, you must first pass the air brake knowledge test. You also must have passed all applicable endorsement knowledge tests that pertain to the vehicle you bring in for testing. Your test will require an inspection of the areas of the vehicle as instructed by your CDL examiner.
We have an excellent Pre-trip Inspection Study Guide which includes a complete pre-trip inspection with photos and descriptions, numerous pre-trip inspection videos, and a complete vehicle checklist.