CDL Practice Tests: Pre-Trip Inspection

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Question #506 (1 of 10)

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When doing a pre-trip inspection of the power steering, play in the steering wheel should not exceed how much?

  • 30 degrees (or about 6 inches on a 20-inch wheel) before the front left wheel barely moves.
  • 20 degrees (or about 4 inches on a 20-inch wheel) before the front left wheel barely moves.
  • There should be zero degrees of play in the steering wheel
  • 10 degrees (or about 2 inches on a 20-inch wheel) before the front left wheel barely moves.
Power steering: With the engine running, check for excessive play by turning the steering wheel back and forth. Play should not exceed 10 degrees (or about 2 inches on a 20-inch wheel) before the front left wheel barely moves.
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Question #514 (2 of 10)

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When doing an emergency system check on air brake systems, the tractor parking valve and the trailer parking valve should close (pop out) when the pressure gets below what reading?

  • 80 - 100 psi
  • 10-30 psi
  • 60-80 psi
  • 20-45 psi
Emergency System Check. Turn electrical power on and begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly applying and releasing the foot brake. Low air warning devices (buzzer, light, other) should activate before air pressure drops below 60 psi. Continue to fan off the air pressure. Normally within the range of 20-45 psi on a tractor-trailer combination vehicle, the tractor parking valve and the trailer parking valve should close (pop out). On other combination vehicle types and single vehicle types, the parking brake valve should close (pop out).
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Question #513 (3 of 10)

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When doing an emergency system check on air brake systems, the low air warning device (buzzer, light, other) should activate when the pressure gets below what reading?

  • 80 psi
  • 140 psi
  • 100 psi
  • 60 psi
Emergency System Check. Turn electrical power on and begin fanning off the air pressure by rapidly applying and releasing the foot brake. Low air warning devices (buzzer, light, other) should activate before air pressure drops below 60 psi. Continue to fan off the air pressure. Normally within the range of 20-45 psi on a tractor-trailer combination vehicle, the tractor parking valve, and parking brake valve should close (pop out). On other combination vehicle types and single vehicle types, the parking brake valve should close (pop out).
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Question #508 (4 of 10)

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Which is the proper procedure for checking the trailer parking brakes?

  • Measure the distance between the parking brake shoe and the drum. Make sure it is less than 1 inch
  • Gently trying to pull forward with the trailer parking brake on
  • All these are correct
  • Check the angle of the S-cam coming out of the brake chamber
Trailer (if applicable): With the tractor parking brake released and the trailer parking brake engaged (combination vehicles only), check that the trailer parking brake will hold the vehicle by gently trying to pull forward with the trailer parking brake on.
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Question #515 (5 of 10)

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Describe the proper service brake check:

  • Pull forward at 5 mph, apply the service brake and stop. Check to see that the vehicle does not pull to either side and that it stops when the brake is applied
  • All of these are correct
  • Pull forward at 5 mph, apply the emergency brake and stop. Check to see that the vehicle does not pull to either side and that it stops when the emergency brake is applied
  • While sitting still, release the parking brake and pump the service brake 5 times, then release it. Make sure the pressure does not drop more than 3 psi in one minute

Service Brake Check

  • You will be required to check the application of air or hydraulic service brakes. This procedure is designed to determine that the brakes are working correctly and that the vehicle does not pull to one side or the other.
  • Pull forward at 5 mph, apply the service brake and stop. Check to see that the vehicle does not pull to either side and that it stops when the brake is applied.
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Question #517 (6 of 10)

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When checking the steering box components under the hood, what should you check for?

  • Check for power steering fluid leaks or damage to power steering hoses
  • Check that the steering box is securely mounted and not leaking
  • All these are correct
  • Look for any missing nuts, bolts and cotter keys

Steering Box/Hoses

  • Check that the steering box is securely mounted and not leaking. Look for any missing nuts, bolts and cotter keys.
  • Check for power steering fluid leaks or damage to power steering hoses.
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Question #523 (7 of 10)

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Re-grooved or re-capped tires are not permitted on:

  • Drive tires
  • Steer tires
  • Trailer tires
  • Any tires

The following items must be inspected on every tire:

  • Tread depth: Check for minimum tread depth (4/32 on steering axle tires and 2/32 on all other tires).
  • Tire condition: Check that tread is evenly worn and look for cuts or other damage to tread or sidewalls. Also, make sure that valve caps and stems are not missing, broken or damaged.
  • Tire inflation: Check for proper inflation by using a tire gauge or a mallet. Note: You will not get credit if you simply kick the tires to check for proper inflation.
  • That there is no mismatch tires (size and construction).
  • Re-grooved or re-capped tires are not permitted on bus steer tires.
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Question #503 (8 of 10)

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When doing a pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment, which of the following are you NOT looking for?

  • Inspect hoses for condition and leaks.
  • Look for puddles on the ground.
  • Make sure the air lines are properly attached to the trailer
  • Look for dripping fluids on the underside of the engine and transmission.

Engine Compartment (Engine Off) Leaks/Hoses

  • Look for puddles on the ground.
  • Look for dripping fluids on underside of engine and transmission.
  • Inspect hoses for condition and leaks.
The air lines do not connect to the trailer inside the engine compartment.
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Question #528 (9 of 10)

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In addition to checking the lighting indicators listed in Section 10.2 of this manual, school bus drivers must also check which of the following lighting indicators:

  • Alternately flashing amber lights indicator, if equipped.
  • Alternately flashing red lights indicator.
  • All these are correct
  • Strobe light indicator, if equipped.

In addition to checking the lighting indicators listed in Section 10.2 of this manual, school bus drivers must also check the following lighting indicators (internal panel lights):

  • Alternately flashing amber lights indicator, if equipped.
  • Alternately flashing red lights indicator.
  • Strobe light indicator, if equipped.
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Question #527 (10 of 10)

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In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses (if equipped), three red reflective triangles and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect which of the following emergency equipment?

  • Emergency flares and flashlight
  • Tool kit and tire patching kit
  • First aid kit and body fluid cleanup kit
  • None of these are correct

In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses (if equipped), three red reflective triangles and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect the following emergency equipment:

  • First Aid Emergency Kit
  • Body Fluid Cleanup Kit
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About The Pre-Trip Inspectin CDL Exam

The The Pre-Trip Inspectin portion of the CDL Exam is required to obtain your CDL. During the pre-trip inspection, you must show that the vehicle is safe to drive. You may have to walk around the vehicle and point to or touch each item and explain to the examiner what you are checking and why. You will NOT have to crawl under the hood or under the vehicle.

Drivers need to have knowledge of how the actual vehicle(s) that they are conducting the test in operate. The drivers need to be able to explain and demonstrate different checks for the examiner as requested.

Taking the CDL Pre-trip Inspection Test

Class A Pre-trip Inspection Test

If you are applying for a Class A CDL, you will be required to perform a pre-trip inspection in the vehicle you have brought with you for testing. The vehicle must be a combination vehicle, representative of the unit you will be driving and must meet the class weight requirements. If the vehicle is an air brake vehicle, you must first pass the air brake knowledge test. You also must have passed all applicable endorsement knowledge tests that pertain to the vehicle you bring in for testing. Your test will require an inspection of the areas of the vehicle as instructed by your CDL examiner.

Class B and C Pre-trip Inspection Test

If you are applying for a Class B or C CDL, you will be required to perform a pre-trip inspection in the vehicle you have brought with you for testing. The vehicle must be a straight truck, passenger bus or school bus, representative of the vehicle you will be driving and must meet the class weight requirements. If the vehicle is an air brake vehicle, you must first pass the air brake knowledge test. You also must have passed all applicable endorsement knowledge tests that pertain to the vehicle you bring in for testing. Your test will require an inspection of the areas of the vehicle as instructed by your CDL examiner.

TruckingTruth's Pre-Trip Inspection Study Guide

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