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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 Connecticut 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.
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When taking the road test, you will be evaluated on your lane usage. You should NOT:
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stop behind crosswalks.
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complete a turn in the proper lane on a multiple lane road.
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drive the vehicle over curbs.
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finish a right turn in the right-most lane.
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If your vehicle has power steering, during your pre-trip external inspection you must check that:
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there are 2 lit red lights indicating it's there.
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there's a function light.
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there are no power steering fluid leaks or damage to the power steering hoses.
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the engine rpm is down close to
idle.
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When checking the steering system for defects, you should look for:
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loose, broken, or missing tailpipes.
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missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring.
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cut or cracked valve stems.
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bent, loose, or broken parts, such as tie rods.
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During the vehicle inspection test, as you approach the vehicle you should (among other things):
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look under the vehicle for fuel leaks.
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check to see if the vehicle is leaning to one side.
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check the area around the vehicle for low hanging wires.
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All of the above.
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During the basic control skills test you may be asked to perform any of the following, except:
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Straight line backing
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Trailer jackknife
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Parallel park
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Offset back/right
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Name some key suspension system parts.
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Main spring, axle and font axle hanger
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Pitman arm, hydraulic fluid reservoir and tie rod
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Mufflers, tailpipes and vertical stacks
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Drag link, spindle and gear box
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What is a pull up when referring to truck driving?
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Using the speedometer to know when to shift up.
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A driving maneuver used to pull your vehicle over to the side of the road and stop.
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When a driver stops and pulls forward to get a better position.
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A specific maneuver used to decelerate smoothly in the exit lane.
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Exhaust system parts should be:
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loose.
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leaking.
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rubbing against fuel system parts.
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None of the above.
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When checking tires as part of the pre-trip inspection, you should check for all of the following except:
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minimum tread depth.
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cracked valve stems.
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tread separation.
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that all tires come from the same manufacturer.
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Checking the engine compartment during the seven-step inspection does NOT include checking:
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the power steering fluid level.
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the engine oil temperature.
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the engine oil level.
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the battery fluid level.
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