Flashcards of CDL Pretrip

Prepare for the CDL Pretrip in a brief manner with these flashcards and revise the concepts related to it. Learn the important terms, definitions, and much more briefly with these flashcards quizzes. Be prepared for the CDL Pretrip and master this topic with ease and fun by attempting Flashcards quizzes.

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Check things that are glass for?
Clean, not cracked or broken
Check things that are Rubber for?
Soft and pliable, Not cracked or broken, No dry rot
What should you check lights and Reflectors for?
Not burned out, clean, not cracked or broken
Check things that are metal for?
Rust, shiny spots indicate looseness, assure same thread depth
What should you check Mirrors for?
Mirrors should be clean and adjusted properly from the inside.
What should you check the Windshield for?
Windshield should be clean with no illegal stickers, no obstructions, or damage to the glass.
What should you check the Engine Compartment Belts for?
Minumum play up to 3/4 inch Push down, play at center cracks, or frays
Which 4 fluids should you check?
Oil Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield washer fluid
What do you check the steering wheel for?
Not Bent, cracked or broken. Play should not exceed 10 degrees (or about two inches on a 20-inch wheel) before front left wheel barely moves.
Who Da Man?
You Da Man!
Which belts should you check
Power Steering belt. Water pump belt. Alternator belt. Air compressor belt. Note: If any of the components listed above are not belt driven, you must Tell the examiner which component (s) are not belt driven.
What 3 auxillary, optional or "carry on" items must be fastened securely in the cab
·Spare electrical fuses. .Check for three red reflective triangles. ·Check for a CB-10 rated fire extinguisher.
How do you check the yellow parking break
Apply Yellow parking brake only and make sure that it will hold the vehicle by shifting into a lower gear and gently pulling against the brake.
How do you test Hydraulic Brakes
Pump the brake pedal three times, then hold it down for five seconds. The brake pedal should not move during the five seconds.
What should you check the safety belt for
Check that the safety belt is securely mounted, adjusts, and latches properly