FREE Pennsylvania CDL Pre-Trip Inspection Test (2026)

11. What should be fully engaged with no loose or missing pins in the slide mechanism of the sliding fifth-wheel?

12. During the driving test, when approaching a railroad crossing, you should _________ while your vehicle is in the crossing.

13. Which of the following are key steering system parts?

Lug nuts, rims, tire
Tie rod, drag link, spindle
Axle, main spring, spring shackle
Leaf spring, torque rod, front axle hanger

14. 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:

15. In a vehicle inspection, all lug nuts should:

16. When inspecting your vehicle, before checking the engine compartment be sure that:

the parking brakes are on and/or wheels chocked.
all lights are working.
the fire extinguisher is properly charged and rated.
all tires are properly inflated.

17. When taking the road test, you will be evaluated on your gear usage. You should do all of the following except:

select a gear that does not rev the engine.
shift in turns and intersections.
select a gear that does not lug the engine.
not grind the gears.

18. Wheel bearing seals should be checked for:

19. Which of the following is not a braking system on a truck?

20. To check the signal lights, do the following:

Turn on the stop lights, turn on all the lights, and turn on the right turn signal lights.
Turn on all the lights, turn off the stop lights, and turn off the left turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the stop lights, and turn on the left turn signal lights.
Turn off all the lights, turn on the right turn signal lights, and turn on the stop lights.

CDL Vehicle Inspection Test Pennsylvania