CDL Pre-Trip
Inspection Test

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

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

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

Play of the steering wheel should not exceed:

You are inspecting the_____when looking for broken welds, cracks, holes, or other damage to the longitudinal frame member, cross members, box, and floor.

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

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

The longest crack that brake or disc drums can have is:

There must not be more than_____for engine compartment belts.

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

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

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

Select the false statement about suspension:

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 _____.

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

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

The minimum tread depth for steering axle tires is:

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

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

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

The object that doesn't get checked at the side of the trailer is the:

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

You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

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

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

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

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

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

In the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth wheel, this object should have no missing pins or be loose when fully engaged.

How do you check the coolant level?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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