CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST MISSISSIPPI

11. During the driving test, when asked to make a lane change you should:
make the lane change before using proper signals.
make the necessary traffic checks first and use proper signals before changing lanes.
make the change immediately without looking.
None of the above.
12. Which of the following is checked in a pre-trip inspection?
Mirrors and windshield
Wiper blades
Steering wheel
All of the above.
13. When you inspect the front of your vehicle as part of the walk around inspection, you check all of the following EXCEPT:
the condition of the steering system.
the condition of the windshield.
the air pressure gauge.
the condition of your front axle.
14. Pre-trip inspections:
should not be done unless the vehicle has problems that could cause a breakdown.
should not be done when a vehicle inspection report is available.
are optional when the driver is familiar with the vehicle.
should always be done in the same order.
15. When inspecting brakes, you should look for:
shoes worn dangerously thin.
pads with oil, grease, or brake fluid on them.
cracked drums.
All of the above.
16. How can you tell if your vehicle is equipped with ABS?
Look under the vehicle for the wheel speed sensor wires coming from the back of the brakes.
Look for yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the instrument panel.
Trailers will have yellow ABS malfunction lamps on the left side.
All of the above.
17. Checking your vehicle's suspension system includes checking:
the mounting brackets.
the air suspension systems.
the tires.
All of the above.
18. How can you check slack adjusters?
Use gloves and pull hard on each slack adjuster that you can reach.
Wait for normal air pressure, release the parking brake, move the vehicle forward, and apply the brakes firmly using the brake pedal.
Turn the electrical power on and step on and off the brake pedal.
Check that the spring brakes come on automatically.
19. Which of the following are key steering system parts?
Tie rod, drag link, spindle
Lug nuts, rims, tire
Leaf spring, torque rod, front axle hanger
Axle, main spring, spring shackle
20. When checking the engine compartment in a vehicle inspection, you should check all of the following except:
Engine oil level
Coolant level in radiator
Shock absorbers
Windshield washer fluid level
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