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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 Oregon 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.
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When approaching a vehicle as part of a pre-trip inspection, the driver should look under the vehicle for all of the following except:
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Coolant
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Windshield wiper fluid
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Grease
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Fresh oil
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To check the signal lights, do the following:
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Turn off all the lights, turn on the stop lights, and turn on the left turn signal lights.
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Turn off all the lights, turn on the right turn signal lights, and turn on the stop lights.
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Turn on the stop lights, turn on all the lights, and turn on the right turn signal lights.
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Turn on all the lights, turn off the stop lights, and turn off the left turn signal lights.
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A battery/box check is important. Wherever located, see that battery(ies) are secure, connections are tight, and cell caps are present. Also, make sure that:
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the battery box and cover or door is open.
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battery connections do not show signs of excessive corrosion, and battery box and cover or door is not damaged and is secure.
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battery connections show signs of corrosion.
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None of the above.
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When checking the engine compartment:
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the engine should be running.
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you should put the gearshift in neutral.
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wheels should not be chocked.
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the parking brake should be on.
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During the external inspection, check that all lug nuts:
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are free of cracks.
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show no signs of looseness.
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are present.
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All of the above.
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During the vehicle inspection test, after starting the engine the coolant temperature should:
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decrease quickly.
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rise quickly.
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rise slowly.
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decrease gradually.
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As part of your pre-trip inspection, make sure:
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the vehicle is not overloaded.
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the cargo is balanced properly.
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your cargo does not obscure your view.
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All of the above.
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During the external inspection, you should check that the _______ (if equipped) are evenly centered, with the dual wheels and tires evenly separated, and are not bent, damaged, or rusted through.
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spacers
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lug nuts
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axle seals
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All of the above.
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Which of the following is a key component of the steering system?
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Anchor plate
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Gear box
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Leaf spring
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Spring Shackle
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When taking the road test, you will be expected to make regular traffic checks. You should do all of the following except:
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check your mirrors for traffic after an intersection.
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checking for traffic regularly.
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checking mirrors regularly.
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checking engine oil level.
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