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CDL Pre Trip Inspection
CDL Pre Trip Inspection
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Professional
03/20/2018

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Term
Check under truck for:
Definition
any fluid that indicates leaks
Term

Belt Driven Alternator

 

Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. All wires connected. The belt is not cracked or frayed and the free play on the belt is between 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch.
Term
General Hoses Passenger/Driver Side
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts and not leaking.
Term
Coolant Resevoir
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer’s specifications.
Term
Belt Driven Water Pump
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking The belt is not cracked or frayed and the free play on the belt is between 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch.
Term
Oil Level/Dipstick
Definition
Filled to the manufacturer's specifications.
Term
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer’s specifications.
Term
Gear Driven Air Compressor
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking.
Term
Gear Driven Power Steering Pump
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking.
Term
Gear Box and Hoses
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts and not leaking.
Term
Steering Column
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Pitman Arm
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Drag Link
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Tie Rod
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Caste Nuts and Cotter Pins
Definition
None missing. Cotter Pin is present.
Term
Spring Hanger
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both front and rear. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Leag Springs
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. None are shifted.
Term
U-Bolts
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. None missing.
Term
Shock absorber
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking.
Term
Brake Hose
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts. Not leaking air
Term
Brake Chamber
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking air.
Term
Slack adjuster and push rod
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. With the brakes released and pulled by hand, the Push Rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Term
Brake Drum
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Brake Lining
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. No oil or debris. Friction Material is not worn dangerously thin.
Term
Rim
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. No unauthorized welds.
Term
Lug nuts
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. There are none missing. No rust trails or powder residue. No cracks around the bolt holes.
Term
Hub Seal
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer’s specifications.
Term
Steer Tire
Definition
No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 4/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer’s specifications. Check it with an air gauge.
Term
Mirrors (outside)
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. And clean.
Term
Doors and Hinges
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Opens and closes and latches properly. Door seals not worn, torn, or dry rotten.
Term
Fuel Tank
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking from the tank and cap, cap is on tight.
Term
Exhaust System
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. There are no signs of leaks.
Term
Drive Shaft
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not twisted, and the U-joints are free of any debris.
Term
Cat Walk and Steps
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Clear of any loose objects.
Term
Frame and Cross Members
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. There are no unauthorized holes or welds. No missing Cross Members.
Term
Torque Arm
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Spring Mount
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Spring Arm
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Air Bag (wheel)
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts. Not leaking. No missing mounting bolts.
Term
Axle Seal (hub seal)
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer’s specifications.
Term
Drive Tire
Definition
No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer’s specifications. Check it with an air gauge.
Term
Mudflap
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Spacing (dual tires)
Definition
Check to see that there is proper space between the tires. There is nothing stuck between the tires.
Term
Electric Line
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts. No exposed wires.
Term
Air Lines
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure at both ends. No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts. Not leaking air.
Term
Glad hands
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Seals are in good condition, no cracks or signs of dry rotting. Not leaking air.
Term
Apron
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Skid Plate
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Properly lubed.
Term
Should there be space between the apron and skid frame?
Definition
No
Term
King Pin
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Locking jaws
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Fully locked around the King Pin.
Term
Platform
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken.
Term
Mounting bolts
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. None missing.
Term
Release Arm
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Is in the fully locked position.
Term
Sliding fifth wheel and locking pin
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Is in the fully locked position.
Term
Clearance (mudflap and landing gear)
Definition
Make sure there is proper place so they don't hit each other when making a turn.
Term
Header Board
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. No holes or missing rivets.
Term
Landing Gear
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Is fulled raised and the cradle handle is secure.
Term
Frame and cross members
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. No missing Cross Members.
Term
Tandem frame and release
Definition
Properly Mounted and Secure. Not Cracked, Bent, or Broken. Release handle and locking pins are in the fully locked position.
Term
Trailer Tire
Definition
No Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer’s specifications. Check it with an air gauge.
Term
Five locations that you must check your lights are:
Definition

1.Front of the truck

2.Both sides of the truck

3.Rear of the truck

4.Both sides of the trailer

5.Rear of the trailer 

Term
The five functions of lights are:
Definition

1.Left Turn Signal

2.Right Turn Signal

3.Four-Way Flashers

4.High Beams/Low Beams

5.Brake Lights

Term
When you start your Light Check, you should tell the examiner that you will check all of your:
Definition

• Lights, Reflectors, Reflective Tape the same way.

• Properly Mounted and Secure

• Not Cracked, Bent, Broken

• Clean and illuminated

• The proper color of amber to the front and sides, and red to the rear.

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