CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST NORTH DAKOTA

11. During the vehicle inspection, when approaching the vehicle you should:
check that the vehicle is clear.
check that the parking brakes are not set.
look under the vehicle for fresh oil, fuel leaks or coolant.
check that the vehicle is parked properly.
12. You pump the brake pedal three times, then hold it down for five seconds, making sure that the pedal does not move. You are checking:
the parking brake.
the service brake.
the air brakes.
the hydraulic brakes.
13. When checking the steering system for defects, you should look for:
bent, loose, or broken parts, such as tie rods.
loose, broken, or missing tailpipes.
missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring.
cut or cracked valve stems.
14. When checking tires, which of the following is not a problem?
Radial and bias-ply tires used together
4/32 inch tread depth on front tires
Too much air pressure
Cracked valve stems
15. Vehicle inspections:
should not be done by the shipper.
should be performed once a week.
are important because vehicle defects found during an inspection could save you problems later.
should only be done when a vehicle defect is found.
16. During your inspection, you should look into the fifth-wheel gap and check that the _________ are fully closed around the kingpin.
couplings (U-joints)
lug nuts
locking jaws
mounting bolts
17. During the vehicle inspection, make sure that the _____ is in the engaged position and that the safety latch is in place.
locking jaw
release arm
apron
drawbar
18. During the pre-trip inspection, check that the ________  supply air or hydraulic fluid to the brakes.
brake linings
brake hoses or lines
brake chambers
slack adjusters
19. When checking the steering system during your pre-trip inspection you should look for:
mismatched lock rings.
shoes or pads with oil or grease on them.
cracked drums.
steering wheel play of more than 10 degrees.
20. Vehicle inspections should be done routinely _______ operating the vehicle.
before
while
by
after
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