1.
Weight that is loaded so there is a high center of gravity:
makes a vehicle easier to handle.
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reduces the chance that the load will shift to the side or fall off.
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causes greater chance of rollover.
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All of the above.
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2.
What can cause poor traction?
Too little weight on the driving axles.
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Overloading the truck.
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Too much weight on the steering axle.
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All of the above.
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3.
Most heavy-duty vehicles use:
hydraulic brakes.
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pressure brakes.
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air brakes.
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solid brakes.
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4.
If you have convex mirrors, be aware that:
objects may appear to be faster than they really are.
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everything appears smaller in a convex mirror than it would if you were looking at it directly.
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in a convex mirror objects appears larger than they really are.
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objects seem closer than they really are.
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5.
If you get stuck on railroad tracks, you should:
stay in the vehicle and call for help.
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have a helper push your vehicle.
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get out of the vehicle and away from the tracks.
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check the engine compartment quickly.
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6.
To test the tractor-semitrailer connection for security:
pull out the air supply knob.
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go under the trailer and look into the back of the fifth-wheel.
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check that the trailer is locked onto the tractor by pulling the tractor gently forward while the trailer brakes are still locked.
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plug the electrical cord into the trailer and fasten the safety catch.
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7.
If a vehicle is equipped with ABS, when you start the engine:
the wheels will lock up.
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the ABS indicator light on the dash should come on and then turn off.
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the spring brakes will come on.
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the trailer emergency brakes will come on.
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8.
If your truck catches fire, the first thing you should do is to:
pull off the road and park in an open area.
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pull into a service station and call for help.
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get off the vehicle, open the hood and start shooting foamĀ to keep the engine cool.
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get the vehicle off the road and park near other vehicles.
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9.
After supplying air to the trailer brake system, you should check the brake system for crossed air lines by:
shutting the engine off so you can hear the brakes.
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applying and releasing the trailer brakes and listening for the sound of trailer brakes.
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checking the air brake system pressure gauge for signs of major air loss.
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All of the above.
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10.
The iron trailer supports are up, and the full weight of the trailer is resting on the tractor. Make sure:
the safety latch is not engaged.
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you are in a low enough gear.
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there is enough clearance between the upper and lower fifth wheel.
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there is enough clearance between the rear of the tractor frame and the landing gear.
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