CDL Pre-Trip
Inspection Test

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

_____ 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 releases the fifth wheel locking jaw to allow uncoupling.

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

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

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

If there is rust around the nuts, what may it indicate?

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

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

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

This gauge has a governor cut-off.

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

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

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 _____.

How do you check the power steering fluid?

Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

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

When this item is missing or loose, movement may occur between the fifth wheel assembly and the frame.

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

There must not be more than_____for engine compartment belts.

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

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

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

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

These tires should have a minimum tread depth of 4/32 inches.

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

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

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

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

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

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

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

You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

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

The system that needs to be checked for signs of leaks with rust or carbon soot and damage is the _____.

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

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.

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

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 _____.