Pre-Trip Inspection Flashcards
(143 cards)
1
Q
Metal or Plastic Parts should not be:
A
Bent, Broken or Cracked (B.B.C)
2
Q
Rubber Parts should not have:
A
Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts (A.B.C.)
3
Q
All Parts must be:
A
Securely Mounted
4
Q
__________ or ___________ every item that you inspect
A
Point or Touch
5
Q
What are the 3 L’s?
A
Lights, Leaning & Leaks
6
Q
The only side of the Tractor or Trailer that should have red lights is the:
A
Back Side
7
Q
What color lights should be on every side of the tractor or trailer (except the back-side)
A
Amber
8
Q
During the inspection of a tractor or trailer, leaning could indicate the following:
A
suspension problems
tire inflation problems
load problems
9
Q
What are the 3 major engine components?
A
alternator
water pump
air compressor
10
Q
The alternator is ____________ driven.
A
belt
11
Q
The water pump is __________ driven.
A
gear or belt
12
Q
The air compressor is _________ driven.
A
gear
13
Q
The alternator should have no more than _______ to ________ inches of play in the belt
A
1/2 to 3/4
14
Q
The water pump can be located in the engine by tracing the __________________ from the bottom of the _____________________.
A
largest hose ; radiator
15
Q
What are the 3 major engine fluids?
A
coolant
oil
power steering fluid
16
Q
What could shiny metal or threads indication on truck & trailer components?
A
loose fittings & wear
17
Q
The slack adjustor / push rod should have no more than _____________ inch play when pulled.
A
1 inch
18
Q
Tractor or trailer wheels should have no ______________ or _______________.
A
illegal welds or drilled holes
19
Q
Identify
A
Front Hood Mirror
20
Q
Identify
A
Alternator
21
Q
Identify
A
Water Pump
22
Q
Identify
A
Hose from bottom of radiator to water pump
23
Q
Identify
A
Air Compressor
24
Q
Identify
A
Coolant Reservoir
25
Identify
Power Steering Reservoir
26
Identify
Steering Shaft
27
Identify
Power Steering Gear Box
28
Identify
Pitman Arm
29
Identify
Control Arm
30
Identify
Spring Hangers
31
Identify
Shock Absorbers
32
Identify
Brake Chamber
33
Identify
Brake Pads / Brake Shoe (Must have atleast 1/4 inch of material)
34
Identify
Outside of Tire
35
Identify
Mirror Bracket
36
Identify
Door Handle
37
Identify
Door Hinge
38
Identify
Clearance Light
39
Identify
Fuel Tank
40
Identify
Fuel Tank Cap
41
Identify
Exhaust Stack
42
Identify
Drive Shaft
43
Identify
Cat Walk
44
Identify
Truck / Tractor Frame
45
Identify
Mud Flap Bracket
46
Identify
Leaf Springs
47
Identify
Suspensiom Airbag
48
Identify
Shock Absorbers
49
Identify
Brake Line / Air Hose
50
Identify
Brake Chamber
51
Identify
Electrical Safety Flap Socket
52
Identify
Electrical Line
53
Identify
Release Handle
54
Identify
Trailer Panels
55
Identify
Cross Members
56
Identify
Landing Gear / Trailer Support
57
Identify
Landing Gear Handle
58
Identify
Clearance Light
59
Identify
Air Lines Under Trailer
60
Identify
Tandem Slide Track
61
Identify
Mud Flap Bracket
62
Identify
ABS Light
63
Identify
Trailer Doors
64
Identify
Trailing Arm Mount
65
Identify
Alternator Belt
66
Identify
Oil Fill Port
67
Identify
Oil Level Dip Stick
68
Identify
Steering Shaft U-Joints
69
Identify
Drag Link
70
Identify
Leaf Spring U-Bolts
71
Identify
Brake Line / Air Hose
72
Identify
Slack Adjustor / Push Rod
73
Identify
Brake Drum
74
Identify
Inside of Wheel
75
Identify
Inside of Tire
76
Identify
Tire Face
77
Identify
Outside of Wheel
78
Identify
Lug Nuts
79
Identify
Hub Seal
80
Identify
Valve Stem
81
Identify
Door Rubber Seal
82
Identify
Fuel Tank Straps
83
Identify
Steps
84
Identify
Cat Walk steps
85
Identify
Spring Hanger
86
Identify
Mud Flap
87
Identify
Glad Hands
88
Identify
Trailer’s Service Brake Air Line
89
Identify
Trailer’s Emergency Brake Air Line
90
Identify
Fifth Wheel / Skid Plate
91
Identify
Platform
92
Identify
Pivot Pin
93
Identify
Trailer King Pin
94
Identify
Locking Jaws
95
Identify
Floor (Under Trailer View)
96
Identify
Trailer Door Rods
97
Identify
Trailer Door Handles
98
Identify
Trailer Door Hinges
99
Identify
Trailer Apron
100
Identify
Leaf Springs
101
Identify
Steering Shaft U-Joints
102
Tire tread on tractor must be atleast
4/32
103
Tire tread on trailer must be atleast
2/32
104
During inspection you must confirm that there is proper clearance from ___________________ to ___________________.
Rear of the tractor to Trailer Landing Gear/Support
105
What are the 5 safety items to inspect during the in-cab inspection
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Seat Belt
Fire Extinguisher
3 Safety Triangles
Electric/City Horn
Air Horn
```
106
What is the Bonus Items that can be checked during in cab inspection & where would it be stored?
Spare Fuses
| In the glove box
107
What are the 5 In-Cabin Items to be checked. (Spiral Check)
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Mirrors
Windshield
Wipers
Heater / Defroster
Indicator Lights
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108
Trailer must have _______% of DOT Red/White reflective tape along the side of the trailer.
50%
109
Trailer must have _______% of DOT Red/White reflective tape along the back of the trailer
100%
110
List the Dash Board Lights to Test (External & Indicators)
Headlights (Low Beams & High Beams)
Turn SIgnals (Right & Left)
Four-Way Flashers
111
What is the Normal Operating Range of the water temperature gauge?
no more than 200 degrees
112
What is the normal operating range of the oil pressure guage
20 to 60 psi
113
What is the normal operating range of volt meter?
12 to 15 volts
114
What air pressure range will the gauge show to cut off the governor?
120 to 140 psi
115
What are the 5 gauges we should review during a in-cab inspection?
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Oil Pressure
Water Temperature
Volt Meter
Primary Air Pressure
Secondary Air Pressure
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116
What are the 3 types of axles associated with the tractor & trailer?
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Front Steering Axle (Tractor)
Drive Axles (Tractor)
Trailer Axles (Trailer)
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117
Identify
DOT Bumper
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
118
Identify
License Plate
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked & Visible
119
Identify
License Plate Lights
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
In working order & the appropriate color
120
Identify
Exhaust
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
No leaks (Which would be identified by soot being visible anywhere beside exhaust exit)
121
Identify
Drive Shaft
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Properly lubricated & no shiny metal which would indicate something loose
122
Identify
Exhaust
Securely Mounted, Nor Bent, Broken or Cracked
No visible leaks
123
Identify
Water Pump
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Belt Drive
No visible leaks
124
Identify
Alternator
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Belt Driven
125
Identify
Power Steering Pump
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Gear Driven, no visible leaks
126
Identify
Air Compressor
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Gear Driven
No audible Leaks detected
127
Identify
Proper clearance between the rear end of the tractor and the trailer’s landing gear
128
Identify
Tandem Slide Rack, Pins & Handles
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Pins properly in holes
129
When discussing the lights what should you mention specifically?
- Securely Mounted
- Not broken or cracked
- Correct Color
- No Moisture
- What functions do they serve
130
Front tires can NOT be _______________.
Recapped
131
Should you mention lights and reflectors on each side of the tractor & trailer during your inspection?
Yes
132
Reflectors are:
Not_________
Not_________
Is___________
Not peeling off
Not missing big pieces
Is visible
133
Torque Arm (Tractor) Close to fifth wheel
134
All tires must be wearing_________
Evenly
135
The electrical connection has 3 parts, between the tractor and trailer, what are they?
- electrical wire
- tractor connector
- trailer connector
136
Emergency Air Hose & Service Air Hose connections each have 3 parts, name them.
- The hose itself
- Tractor Glad Hand Connector
- Trailer Glad Hand Connector
137
When inspecting the Emergency & Service Glad Hand Connections you should mention
No leaks and Seals present and in good order
138
When discussing the fifth wheel skid plate
Mention the release handle and the spring safety latch (which holds the release handle in the proper position)
139
Fifth wheel is connected to the tractor frame by the__________
Platform
140
Be sure to mention if the fifth wheel is or is not a sliding fifth wheel.
141
Mention that because you are inspecting a flatbed there are no ____,_____,etc
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No doors
No handles
No hinges
No door rods
No trailers side panels
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142
Flatbed trailers may have a __________ to prevent load from sliding into the back of the trailer.
Headboard
143
When conducting the air brake test you must hold brakes service brakes for a full 60 seconds. Anything less and they will fail you.
Should lose less than 4 psi during this test.
