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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 Pennsylvania 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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During the skills test, if you must stop before making the turn, you should:
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let your vehicle roll.
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make sure the turn signal is off.
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keep the front wheel aimed straight ahead.
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come to a complete stop after the line to get a better view.
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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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When conducting the vehicle inspection test:
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you may be asked to check that the steering box is not leaking.
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applicants will not have to see that the brake chambers are not leaking.
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you may have to check that the minimum tread depth is 2/32 on steering axle tires.
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the air ride suspension should not be checked for leaks.
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If you find anything unsafe during the pre-trip inspection, you are required to:
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write it in your inspection report.
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get it fixed before driving.
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drive cautiously until it is fixed.
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inform your motor carrier after the trip.
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You are checking the tractor-trailer connection to make sure it is safe and secure. The landing gear should be:
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fully lowered.
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raised slightly off the ground.
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fully raised.
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None of the above.
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When starting your vehicle, oil pressure should come up to normal:
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in about two minutes.
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in about a minute.
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within 5 minutes of driving.
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within seconds.
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During the basic control skills test you may be asked to perform any of the following, except:
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Straight line backing
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Trailer jackknife
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Parallel park
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Offset back/right
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During the vehicle inspection test, you may be asked to:
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check the engine oil level.
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remove a spare electrical fuse.
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replace the electrical and brake lines.
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change the coolant.
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Which gauge show that the alternator and/or generator is charging?
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Engine oil temperature
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Ammeter/voltmeter
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Oil pressure
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All of the above
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When checking tires as part of the pre-trip inspection, you should check for all of the following except:
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minimum tread depth.
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that all tires come from the same manufacturer.
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cracked valve stems.
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tread separation.
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