Book 8: Module 10

Question 1

is a knowledge test to see if the driver understands which features and equipment on the test vehicle should be inspected before operating the vehicle.

Answer 1

The pr trip inspection

Question 2

The pre trip inspection shall be conducted in accordance with the

Answer 2

California commercial driver handbook

Question 3

Before the pre-trip test, the examiner will check the ____ lights, emergency ____, ____signals, horn, and ____ ____ (if required).

Answer 3

Brake lights, emergency flashers, turn signals, splash guards

Question 4

During the pre-trip test, the driver must show that the vehicle is safe to drive. The driver will not have to crawl under the ____ or under the ____.

Answer 4

Hood

Vehicle

Question 5

The driver may only use the ____ ____, found in the handbook as a memory aid when taking the pre-trip test.

Answer 5

Inspection guide

Question 6

Engine Compartment (engine off 1

Leaks / Hoses

Look for _____ on the ground.

Look for dripping fluid on underside of _____ and ______.

Inspect hoses for ______ and _____.

Answer 6

Puddles

Engine and transmission

Condition and leaks

Question 7

Oil Level

Indicate where _____ is located.

See that the oil level is within the ____ _____ range

Answer 7

Dipstick

Safe operating

Question 8

Coolant Level

Inspect reservoir ____ ____ or

(If engine is not hot), remove ____ _____ and check for visible coolant level.

Answer 8

Sight glass

Radiator cap

Question 9

Power Steering Fluid

Indicate where power steering fluid _____ is located.

Check for adequate power steering fluid level. ‘Level must be above ____ mark.

Answer 9

Dipstick

Refill

Question 10

Engine Compartment Belts

Check the following belts for snugness (up to % inch play at center of belt),____, or ____.

• _____ _____ belt.
• _____ ____belt.
• ______ belt.
• ___ _______ belt.

Answer 10

Cracks or frays

Power steering

Water pump

Alternator

Air compressor

Question 11

NOTE: If any of the components listed above are not belt driven, the driver must:

• tell the examiner which component(s) is/are not belt driven
• make sure component(s) is/are operating properly, is/are not ______ or ______, and is/are ______ ______.

Answer 11

Damaged or leaking

Securely mounted

Question 12

External Inspection

Steering

Steering Box/Hoses

Check that the steering box is _____ ______ and not _____.

Check for power steering fluid leaks or damage to power _____ ______.

Answer 12

Securely mounted
Leaking

Steering hoses

Question 13

External inspection
Steering Linkage

See that _______ ____, ____, and _____ from the steering box to the wheel are not worn or cracked.

Check that joints and sockets are not ____ or _____ and that there are no missing ____, or ____.

Answer 13

Connecting links, arms, rods

Worn or loose
Nuts or bolts

Question 14

External inspection:
Suspension

Springs/Air

Look for missing, shifted, cracked, or broken ____ _____.

Air ride suspension should be checked for ______ and _____.

Answer 14

Leaf springs

Damage and leaks

Question 15

Mounts

Look for cracked or broken _____ _____, missing or damaged ______, and broken, loose, missing _____, _____, or other axle mounting parts.

Answer 15

Spring hangers
Bushings
Bolts
U-bolts

Question 16

Shock Absorbers

See that shock absorbers are _____ and that there are no _____.

Note: Be prepared to perform the same suspension component inspection on every ____.

Answer 16

Secure
Leaks

Axle

Question 17

Brakes

Slack Adjusters

Look for ____, _____, or ____ parts.

The angle between the push rod and adjuster arm should be a little over __ degrees when the brakes are ______, and less than __ degrees when the brakes are _____.

When pulled by hand, the brake rod should not move more than ___ inch (with the brakes released).

Answer 17

Broken, loose, or missing

90 degrees
Released

90 degrees
Applied

One’’

Question 18

Brake Chambers

See that brake chambers are not _____, _____, _____, and are mounted securely.

Answer 18

Leaking cracked dented

Question 19

Brake Hoses/Lines

Look for _____, _____, or ______ hoses, lines, and couplings.

Answer 19

Cracked, worn, leaking

Question 20

Drum Brake/Linings

Check for cracks, _____, or _____.
Also check for _____ or _______ bolts.

Brake linings (where visible) should not be dangerously _____.

Note: Be prepared to perform the same brake component inspection on every axle.

Answer 20

Dents or holes

Loose or missing

Thin

Question 21

Wheels

Rims

Check for ______ or ____ rims. Rims cannot have welding repairs.

Answer 21

Damaged or bent

Question 22

Tires

The following items must be inspected on every tire:

Tread depth: Check for minimum tread depth (____ of steering axle tires, _____ on all other tires).

Answer 22

4/32

2/32

Question 23

Tire condition: Check that the tread is evenly worn and look for cuts or other damage to ____ or ______. Also, make sure that ____ ____ and stems are not missing, broken, or damaged.

Answer 23

Tread or sidewall

Valve caps

Question 24

Tire inflation: Check for proper inflation by using a .

Answer 24

Tire gauge

Question 25

Hub Oil Seals/Axle Seals See that hub oil/grease seals and axle seals are not _____ and, if wheel has a _____ _____, oil level is adequate.

Answer 25

Leaking Sight glass

Question 26

Wheel Fasteners Check that all wheel fasteners are present, free of cracks and distortions, and show no signs of looseness such as _____ _____ or _____ threads. Make sure all bolt holes are not cracked or distorted.

Answer 26

Rust trails Shiny threads

Question 27

Door(s)/Mirror(s) Check that the door(s) is/are not damaged and ___ and ____ properly from the outside. _____ should be secure with seals intact. Check that the mirror(s) and mirror brackets are not ______ and are _____ ______ with no loose fittings.

Answer 27

Open and close Hinges Damaged Securely mounted

Question 28

Drive Shaft See that drive shaft is not ____ or cracked. Couplings should be ______ and free of _____ objects.

Answer 28

Bent Foreign objects

Question 29

Exhaust System Check system for damage and signs of leaks such as ____ or _____ _____.

Answer 29

Rust Carbon soot

Question 30

Frame Look for cracks, broken ____, _____, or other damage to the ______ frame members, _____ members, box, and floor.

Answer 30

Welds, holes Longitudinal Cross

Question 31

Emergency Equipment Check for spare ______ _____. (If vehicle is not equipped with electrical fuses, the driver must mention this to the examiner). Check for three red _____ _____. Check for properly charged and rated ____ ______.

Answer 31

Electrical fuses Red reflective triangles Fore extinguishers

Question 32

Steering Play Non-power steering: Check for excessive play by turning steering wheel back and forth. Play should not exceed __ degrees (or about __ inches on a 20-inch wheel).

Answer 32

10 degrees | 2 inches

Question 33

Steering Play Power steering: With the engine _____, check for excessive play by turning the steering wheel back and forth. Play should not exceed __ degrees (or about __ inches on a 20-inch wheel) before front wheels begin to move.

Answer 33

Running 10degrees 2 inches

Question 34

Light and reflector checks include:

Answer 34

clearance lights (red on rear, amber elsewhere). - headlights (high and low beam). - taillights. - turn signals. - 4-way flashers. - brake lights. - red reflectors (on rear) and amber reflectors (elsewhere).

Question 35

Demonstrate that the parking/emergency brake either brings the vehicle to a stop or holds the vehicle in place by: - allowing the vehicle to ____ _____ slowly and apply the parking brake. or - ______ the parking/emergency brake and trying to move the vehicle.

Answer 35

Move forward slowly Setting

Question 36

The air compressor must cut-in no lower than

Answer 36

85 psi

Question 37

The air governor will cause the compressor to cut-out at ___ psi max. (Normal acceptable cut-out range is from ____ to ____ psi).

Answer 37

130 110-120

Question 38

Test air leakage rate With a fully-charged system (typically ___ psi) turn off the engine, release all brakes and then apply full steady pressure to the brake pedal (brake on) and hold (for ___ full minute). After the initial pressure drop, the air pressure should not fall more than: - __ psi in one minute for single vehicles, or - __ psi in one minute for combination vehicles. Test low pressure warning signal With the engine off, low pressure warning device must activate between __ and ___ psi.

Answer 38

125 One full minute 3 4 55 and 75

Question 39

Hydraulic Brake Check Pump the brake pedal ____ times, then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for ___ seconds. Pedal should ___ ____.

Answer 39

Three 5 Not move

Question 40

Railroad Crossing Prior to reaching the crossing (Drivers of a bus, school bus, or vehicle displaying placards) As the vehicle approaches a railroad crossing, activate the ___ ___ flashers. Stop the vehicle within __ feet but not less than ___ feet from the nearest rail.

Answer 40

4-way 50 feet 15