FREE Arizona CDL Pre-Trip Inspection Test (2024)

1. When checking tires, which of the following is acceptable?

Dual tires that do not come in contact with each other
Radial and bias-ply tires used together.
Retreaded tires on the front wheels of a bus

2. When inspecting your vehicle for suspension system defects, look for:

cracked or broken spring hangers.
leaking shock absorbers.
All of the above.

3. When checking the condition of the steering system, you must:

Visually inspect the steering mechanism.
grab the steering mechanism to test for looseness.
Check the windshield wiper arms.

4. When taking the road test, you must do all of the following except:

Tell the examiner where you'd like to drive
Wear your safety belt
Obey all traffic signs

5. When making a lane change during the skills test, you should:

come to a complete stop first.
avoid using your mirrors.
make the necessary traffic checks first.

6. When performing the stop/start maneuver during the skills test, once stopped you should do all of the following, except:

Activate your right turn signal.
Activate your 4-way emergency flashers.
Cancel your turn signal.

7. When checking tires, which of the following is not a problem?

Cracked valve stems
Too much air pressure
4/32 inch tread depth on front tires

8. When checking the engine compartment, which of the following should you check?

9. Brake drums (or discs) must not have cracks longer than:

one half the width of the friction area.
twice the width of the friction area.
the width of the friction area.

10. When taking the road test, you will be evaluated on your gear usage. You should do all of the following except:

select a gear that does not lug the engine.
shift in turns and intersections.
not grind the gears.

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