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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 Georgia 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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A battery/box check is important. Wherever located, see that battery(ies) are secure, connections are tight, and cell caps are present. Also, make sure that:
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battery connections show signs of corrosion.
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battery connections do not show signs of excessive corrosion, and battery box and cover or door is not damaged and is secure.
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the battery box and cover or door is open.
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None of the above.
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What should be clean with no obstructions, illegal stickers, or damages to the glass?
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The windshield.
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The lighting indicators.
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The headlights.
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None of the above.
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In a vehicle inspection, all lug nuts should:
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show no signs of looseness.
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be free of cracks.
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be free of distortions.
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All of the above.
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As part of your pre-trip inspection, make sure:
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the cargo is balanced properly.
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your cargo does not obscure your view.
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the vehicle is not overloaded.
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All of the above.
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Which of the following is NOT a key part of the steering system?
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Axle
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Steering shaft
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Tie rod
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Drag link
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During the skills test, when driving on the expressway, you should:
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change lanes frequently.
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drive 10 mph or more above the posted limit.
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use mirrors to check traffic.
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drive slowly in the left lane of traffic.
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Broken suspension parts can be very dangerous. When inspecting your vehicle for suspension system defects, look for:
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Damaged air suspension systems.
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Spring hangers that allow movement of axle from proper position.
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Broken leaves in a multi-leaf spring.
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All of the above.
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How can you tell if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?
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Trailers will have yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the left side.
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Look for yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
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Look under the vehicle for the wheel speed sensor wires coming from the back of the brakes.
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All of the above.
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During the vehicle inspection, you will be expected to do all of the following except:
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show that the vehicle is safe to drive.
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touch and name the item you are inspecting and explain why.
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change a tire.
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walk around the vehicle.
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Which of the following is NOT a key part of the steering system?
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Pitman arm
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Leaf spring
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Gear box
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Tie rod
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