CDL Pre-Trip
Inspection Test

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

You should check that the following makes an audible noise:

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

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

What do you do first during step 3 of starting the engine and inspecting the inside of the cab?

What gauge on the dashboard indicates electrical system charging rate?

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

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

Select which is not a mandatory emergency equipment:

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

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

Select the false statement about suspension:

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

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

This object should not be worn dangerously thin where visible.

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

Select which is not an engine compartement belt:

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 _____.

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

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

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

There must not be more than_____for engine compartment belts.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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