CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST MISSISSIPPI

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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 Mississippi 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. Vehicle inspections should be done routinely _______ operating the vehicle.
by
while
after
before
2. When inspecting your vehicle, before checking the engine compartment be sure that:
all tires are properly inflated.
the fire extinguisher is properly charged and rated.
the parking brakes are on and/or wheels chocked.
all lights are working.
3. When approaching a vehicle for a pre-trip inspection, you should:
make sure the parking brake is on.
start the engine and listen for unusual noises.
look under the vehicle for hazards to vehicle movement.
look under the vehicle for fuel leaks, fresh oil, coolant or grease.
4. Without engine oil:
exhaust emissions will be reduced.
traction will be reduced.
the ABS won't work.
the engine can be destroyed rapidly.
5. What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?
It's required by law.
To avoid fines.
Safety for yourself and for other road users.
Liability insurance.
6. What should you do to test your vehicle's low air pressure warning signal?
Pump the brakes until the air pressure drops below 80 psi.
With the engine running, put the vehicle in a forward gear and attempt to drive forward.
With the key in the "on" or "battery charge" position, rapidly apply and release the foot brake.
Release the parking brake valve and the tractor protection valve and reduce the air pressure by stepping on and off the brake pedal.
7. To check the signal lights, do the following:
Turn on the stop lights, turn on all the lights, and turn on the right turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the stop lights, and turn on the left turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the right turn signal lights, and turn on the stop lights.
Turn on all the lights, turn off the stop lights, and turn off the left turn signal lights.
8. Name some things you should check on the FRONT of your vehicle during your pre-trip inspection.
U-Bolts, anchor plate and bellows
Oil, transmission, air compressor, and radiator
Low beams, high beams, four-way flashers, and turn signals
None of the above.
9. Which of these is NOT something you should check during the pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment?
Worn electrical wiring insulation
Coolant level in radiator
Engine oil level
Brake controls
10. When checking the engine compartment:
wheels should not be chocked.
the engine should be running.
the parking brake should be on.
you should put the gearshift in neutral.
 
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In Mississippi, if you are enrolled in an approved driver education course, you can get a temporary learner’s permit at the age of 14. Once you reach the age of 15, you are eligible for a regular learner’s permit. After holding the learner's permit for one year, you qualify for an intermediate license. To obtain a regular driver’s license (class R), you must be at least 16 ½ and hold the intermediate license for six months. If you are 17 years old or older, there is no waiting period. You can obtain both the learner's permit and the driver's license on the same day.

You can schedule an appointment online for your DMV written test. Select dates and times based on your preferences and the available options at the various Mississippi driver license locations.

When applying for a driver’s license, you must bring the following documents:
  • A completed application signed by your parent/guardian if you are under 17.
  • Proof of identity (such as the birth certificate) and a legal document if you have changed your name.
  • Proof of Social Security Number.
  • Two proofs of residency (such as an utility bill, bank statements, or student ID card with your photo).
  • A completed School Attendance Form if you are between 15 and 17 years old. For applicants under 18 and married, the form is not required, but they must present a marriage license.
Check the list of acceptable documents to ensure you have all you need.

To prepare for the DMV written test, you can refer to the official Mississippi Driver's Handbook. The manual covers various information about traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices. Study carefully the different sections and test your knowledge with our free practice tests!
With a learner’s permit, new drivers must always be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older, who sits next to them. For the first 6 months after obtaining the license or until reaching the age of 17, drivers cannot operate between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. from Sunday to Thursday and between 11:30 pm and 6 am on Friday and Saturday, unless under supervision. For both learner’s permit and intermediate license holders, texting with a cell phone is forbidden.

In Mississippi, a temporary learner’s permit is valid until you have completed the driver education course. Instead, a learner’s permit is valid for two years. This ensures you have enough time to practice driving and fulfill the necessary requirements before the road test.

If you don't pass the DMV written test, you can repeat it the following business day. After three unsuccessful attempts, you need to wait for 30 days before you can retake the exam again. To enhance your chances of passing the permit test, sign up for DMV Premium, which provides useful resources for studying!

MS CDL Inspection Test

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