CDL Pre-Trip
Inspection Test

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

How do you check the power steering fluid?

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

_____ create a little above 90 degree angle between the adjuster arm and push rod when the brakes are released and no less than 90 degrees when the brakes are applied.

This object should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers or damage to the glass.

This item should not be rusted, bent, or damaged and centered over evenly spaced tires and dual wheels.

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

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

Select the false statement about suspension:

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

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

This object should not be damaged, bent, or rusted through and be evenly centered with the tires and dual wheels evenly separated.

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

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

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

This gauge has a governor cut-off.

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

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

What is the normal operating range for a truck's oil pressure?

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

The belt that you need to make sure is securely mounted, without frays, and adjusts and latches properly is the:

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

This object should not have any missing parts, be fully raised, the crank handle is secured, and that there is no damage to the frame.

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

What are you checking when looking at the lubrication level on a dipstick?

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

While completing the 2nd component of the air brake check you are required to turn the electrical power on, begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly relasing and apply the foot brake and _____.

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

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

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

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

A minimum tread depth of 2/32 inch is required for:

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

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

When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

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

Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

This object should not be spliced, cut, chafed, or worn through to allow steel braid to show.

The gauge that needs to come up to normal levels after starting the engine within a few seconds is _____.