CDL Pre-Trip
Inspection Test

Within 3 minutes, this gauge pressure should build to 90 psi from 50 psi.

There must not be more than_____for engine compartment belts.

The brake pushrod should not move more than____for manual slack adjusters.

This object should be free of shiny treads, rust, free of cracks and distortions.

This item does not need to be checked during the cab check.

This object is not checked at the rear of the trailer.

To inspect the______you should pump the pedal 3 times and hold it down for 5 seconds while making sure the pedal doesn't move during those 5 seconds.

This object should not move more than an inch by pulled by hand with the brakes released for manual slack adjusters.

You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

The sliding mechanism and locking device for a tandem axle on trailers is:

While completing the 3rd component of the air brake check of a combination vehicle, at what psi should the tracor protection valve and parking brake valve should pop out?

This should be cleaned and then adjusted properly while inside the cab.

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

What will occur as a result of failing to perform all 3 components of the air brake check?

The bolst, brackets, or bushings that attach the air bag and/or spring to the vehicle and axle frame are _____.

The container for the mechanism that transforms the steering column action into wheel action is:

On tandem axle for trailers, the sliding mechanism and locking device is:

This gauge will indicate if the generator or alternator is charging:

If there is not a sight glass to check the oil level you are required to look for leaks around the _____.

You are checking the_______when looking at the dipstick to see if the lubrication is at the safe operating range or above the refill line.

Puddles or dripping fluids from the underside of the transmission and engine may indicate:

Check that the parking brake will hold by____when the parking brake is engaged and the trailer brakes released if not a combination vehicle.

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

Select the item that is not checked in the engine compartment:

You should check that the _____are secure, caps are on tight, and is not leaking.

The gauge that indicates normal or increasing lubrication pressure to prevent engine seizure, failure or breakdown is:

While completing the 1st component of the air brake check you are required to fully push down on the foot brake and _____.

Rods, connecting links, and arms from the steering box to the wheel are a part of the:

This carries hydraulic fluid or air to the wheel brake assemby.

This object should be checked to make sure that the cap(s) are on tight, that it is secure, and there are no leaks.

This object releases the fifth wheel locking jaw to allow uncoupling.

Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

Before pulling away, make sure the landing gear of the trailer is:

When inspecting the ______you are making sure that the lines and hoses are not chafed, cut, pinched, or dragged against tractor parts.

This object is required to be checked for damage, that it's secure, and strong enough to handle any cargo.

This component should be checked that it is solid, securely bolted to the tracture frame, and clear of objects.

This should have no illegal stickers, dirt, obstructions, or damage to the glass.

This item should be firmly attached the to frame, be solid, and clear of objects:

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

When checking for_____you are looking for dripping fluids or puddles on the ground below the transmission or engine.