CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST CALIFORNIA

To obtain a CDL, you will be required to pass a vehicle inspection test. The vehicle inspection test, formerly known as pre-trip, is a skills test to see if you identify which features and equipment on the test vehicle should be inspected before driving. During the test, you will be asked to do an inspection of your vehicle. You will be expected to show your knowledge of the inspection process and you will be tested to see if you know whether your vehicle is safe to drive. During the CDL inspection test, DMV does not allow the use of testing aids, other than the vehicle inspection guide in the California CDL Manual. To prepare for the test, study the following sections of the CDL manual: Driving Safely and the Vehicle Inspection Test. If you do not pass the CDL inspection test, the other skills tests will be postponed.

1. During the vehicle inspection, when checking the tires you should:

ensure that valve caps are missing.
ensure that the tread is evenly worn.
check for the minimum tread depth (4/32 on all tires).

2. During the external inspection, check that all lug nuts:

are present.
show no signs of looseness.
All of the above.

3. To check the signal lights, do the following:

Turn off all the lights, turn on the right turn signal lights, and turn on the stop lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the stop lights, and turn on the left turn signal lights.
Turn on all the lights, turn off the stop lights, and turn off the left turn signal lights.

4. Exhaust system parts should NOT:

rub against tires.
rub against fuel system parts.
All of the above.

5. During the vehicle inspection test, you may be asked to:

replace the electrical and brake lines.
check the engine oil level.
change the coolant.

6. During the pre-trip inspection, check that the ________ supply air or hydraulic fluid to the brakes.

brake hoses or lines
brake linings
slack adjusters

7. When approaching a vehicle as part of a pre-trip inspection, which of the following could be a sign of trouble?

Fresh oil under the vehicle
Inflated tires
All of the above.

8. During the vehicle inspection test, as you approach the vehicle you should (among other things):

look under the vehicle for fuel leaks.
check the area around the vehicle for low hanging wires.
All of the above.

9. Which of the following must be inspected on every tire?

Hub oil/grease seals and axle seals.
Battery.
Brake chambers.

10. Which gauge show that the alternator and/or generator is charging?

Ammeter/voltmeter
Engine oil temperature
All of the above

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Number of questions:	20
Correct answers to pass:	16
Passing score:	80%

Number of questions:	20
Correct answers to pass:	16
Passing score:	80%

CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST CALIFORNIA

CA CDL Inspection Test