ND CDL VEHICLE INSPECTION TEST

11. When inspecting your vehicle for suspension system defects, look for:
missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring.
cracked or broken spring hangers.
leaking shock absorbers.
All of the above.
12. What should you do to test your vehicle's low air pressure warning signal?
Release the parking brake valve and the tractor protection valve and reduce the air pressure by stepping on and off the brake pedal.
Pump the brakes until the air pressure drops below 80 psi.
With the key in the "on" or "battery charge" position, rapidly apply and release the foot brake.
With the engine running, put the vehicle in a forward gear and attempt to drive forward.
13. A vehicle inspection should be done:
by a helper whenever possible.
the same way each time so you are less likely to forget something.
once every month.
differently each time, so you are less likely to forget something.
14. Which gauge show that the alternator and/or generator is charging?
Ammeter/voltmeter
Engine oil temperature
Oil pressure
All of the above
15. If you find anything unsafe during the pre-trip inspection, you are required to:
inform your motor carrier after the trip.
drive cautiously until it is fixed.
get it fixed before driving.
write it in your inspection report.
16. During a pre-trip inspection, when checking the power steering hoses, you should:
check that the brake chambers are not leaking.
look for broken or distorted coil springs.
check for leaks.
check for damaged or bent rims.
17. During the external inspection, check that all lug nuts:
show no signs of looseness.
are present.
are free of cracks.
All of the above.
18. Pre-trip inspections of doubles and triples should:
take more time than inspecting straight trucks.
take less time than inspecting straight trucks.
be done once a week.
be done by the shipper.
19. Which of these is NOT something you should check during the pre-trip inspection of the engine compartment?
Worn electrical wiring insulation
Engine oil level
Coolant level in radiator
Brake controls
20. When inspecting brakes, you should look for:
shoes worn dangerously thin.
cracked drums.
pads with oil, grease, or brake fluid on them.
All of the above.
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