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Book 8: Module 10 Flashcards

1
Q

is a knowledge test to see if the driver understands which features and equipment on the test vehicle should be inspected before operating the vehicle.

A

The pr trip inspection

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The pre trip inspection shall be conducted in accordance with the

A

California commercial driver handbook

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Before the pre-trip test, the examiner will check the ____ lights, emergency ____, ____signals, horn, and ____ ____ (if required).

A

Brake lights, emergency flashers, turn signals, splash guards

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During the pre-trip test, the driver must show that the vehicle is safe to drive. The driver will not have to crawl under the ____ or under the ____.

A

Hood

Vehicle

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The driver may only use the ____ ____, found in the handbook as a memory aid when taking the pre-trip test.

A

Inspection guide

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Engine Compartment (engine off 1

Leaks / Hoses

Look for _____ on the ground.

Look for dripping fluid on underside of _____ and ______.

Inspect hoses for ______ and _____.

A

Puddles

Engine and transmission

Condition and leaks

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Oil Level

Indicate where _____ is located.

See that the oil level is within the ____ _____ range

A

Dipstick

Safe operating

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Q

Coolant Level

Inspect reservoir ____ ____ or

(If engine is not hot), remove ____ _____ and check for visible coolant level.

A

Sight glass

Radiator cap

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9
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Power Steering Fluid

Indicate where power steering fluid _____ is located.

Check for adequate power steering fluid level. ‘Level must be above ____ mark.

A

Dipstick

Refill

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Engine Compartment Belts

Check the following belts for snugness (up to % inch play at center of belt),____, or ____.

  • _____ _____ belt.
  • _____ ____belt.
  • ______ belt.
  • ___ _______ belt.
A

Cracks or frays

Power steering

Water pump

Alternator

Air compressor

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NOTE: If any of the components listed above are not belt driven, the driver must:

  • tell the examiner which component(s) is/are not belt driven
  • make sure component(s) is/are operating properly, is/are not ______ or ______, and is/are ______ ______.
A

Damaged or leaking

Securely mounted

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12
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External Inspection

Steering

Steering Box/Hoses

Check that the steering box is _____ ______ and not _____.

Check for power steering fluid leaks or damage to power _____ ______.

A

Securely mounted
Leaking

Steering hoses

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External inspection
Steering Linkage

See that _______ ____, ____, and _____ from the steering box to the wheel are not worn or cracked.

Check that joints and sockets are not ____ or _____ and that there are no missing ____, or ____.

A

Connecting links, arms, rods

Worn or loose
Nuts or bolts

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External inspection:
Suspension

Springs/Air

Look for missing, shifted, cracked, or broken ____ _____.

Air ride suspension should be checked for ______ and _____.

A

Leaf springs

Damage and leaks

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Mounts

Look for cracked or broken _____ _____, missing or damaged ______, and broken, loose, missing _____, _____, or other axle mounting parts.

A

Spring hangers
Bushings
Bolts
U-bolts

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Shock Absorbers

See that shock absorbers are _____ and that there are no _____.

Note: Be prepared to perform the same suspension component inspection on every ____.

A

Secure
Leaks

Axle

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Brakes

Slack Adjusters

Look for ____, _____, or ____ parts.

The angle between the push rod and adjuster arm should be a little over __ degrees when the brakes are ______, and less than __ degrees when the brakes are _____.

When pulled by hand, the brake rod should not move more than ___ inch (with the brakes released).

A

Broken, loose, or missing

90 degrees
Released

90 degrees
Applied

One’’

18
Q

Brake Chambers

See that brake chambers are not _____, _____, _____, and are mounted securely.

A

Leaking cracked dented

19
Q

Brake Hoses/Lines

Look for _____, _____, or ______ hoses, lines, and couplings.

A

Cracked, worn, leaking

20
Q

Drum Brake/Linings

Check for cracks, _____, or _____.
Also check for _____ or _______ bolts.

Brake linings (where visible) should not be dangerously _____.

Note: Be prepared to perform the same brake component inspection on every axle.

A

Dents or holes

Loose or missing

Thin

21
Q

Wheels

Rims

Check for ______ or ____ rims. Rims cannot have welding repairs.

A

Damaged or bent

22
Q

Tires

The following items must be inspected on every tire:

Tread depth: Check for minimum tread depth (____ of steering axle tires, _____ on all other tires).

A

4/32

2/32

23
Q

Tire condition: Check that the tread is evenly worn and look for cuts or other damage to ____ or ______. Also, make sure that ____ ____ and stems are not missing, broken, or damaged.

A

Tread or sidewall

Valve caps

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Tire inflation: Check for proper inflation by using a .

A

Tire gauge

25
Q

Hub Oil Seals/Axle Seals

See that hub oil/grease seals and axle seals are not _____ and, if wheel has a _____ _____, oil level is adequate.

A

Leaking

Sight glass

26
Q

Wheel Fasteners

Check that all wheel fasteners are present, free of cracks and distortions, and show no signs of looseness such as _____ _____ or _____ threads.
Make sure all bolt holes are not cracked or distorted.

A

Rust trails

Shiny threads

27
Q

Door(s)/Mirror(s)

Check that the door(s) is/are not damaged and ___ and ____ properly from the outside.

_____ should be secure with seals intact.

Check that the mirror(s) and mirror brackets are not ______ and are _____ ______ with no loose fittings.

A

Open and close

Hinges

Damaged
Securely mounted

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Q

Drive Shaft

See that drive shaft is not ____ or cracked.

Couplings should be ______ and free of _____ objects.

A

Bent

Foreign objects

29
Q

Exhaust System

Check system for damage and signs of leaks such as ____ or _____ _____.

A

Rust

Carbon soot

30
Q

Frame

Look for cracks, broken ____, _____, or other damage to the ______ frame members, _____ members, box, and floor.

A

Welds, holes
Longitudinal
Cross

31
Q

Emergency Equipment

Check for spare ______ _____. (If vehicle is not equipped with electrical fuses, the driver must mention this to the examiner).

Check for three red _____ _____.

Check for properly charged and rated ____ ______.

A

Electrical fuses

Red reflective triangles

Fore extinguishers

32
Q

Steering Play

Non-power steering: Check for excessive play by turning steering wheel back and forth. Play should not exceed __ degrees (or about __ inches on a 20-inch wheel).

A

10 degrees

2 inches

33
Q

Steering Play
Power steering:

With the engine _____, check for excessive play by turning the steering wheel back and forth. Play should not exceed __ degrees (or about __ inches on a 20-inch wheel) before front wheels begin to move.

A

Running

10degrees
2 inches

34
Q

Light and reflector checks include:

A

clearance lights (red on rear, amber elsewhere).

  • headlights (high and low beam).
  • taillights.
  • turn signals.
  • 4-way flashers.
  • brake lights. - red reflectors (on rear) and amber reflectors (elsewhere).
35
Q

Demonstrate that the parking/emergency brake either brings the vehicle to a
stop or holds the vehicle in place by:

  • allowing the vehicle to ____ _____ slowly and apply the parking brake.

or
- ______ the parking/emergency brake and trying to move the vehicle.

A

Move forward slowly

Setting

36
Q

The air compressor must cut-in no lower than

A

85 psi

37
Q

The air governor will cause the compressor to cut-out at ___ psi max. (Normal acceptable cut-out range is from ____ to ____ psi).

A

130

110-120

38
Q

Test air leakage rate With a fully-charged system (typically ___ psi) turn off the engine, release all brakes and then apply full steady pressure to the brake pedal (brake on) and hold (for ___ full minute). After the initial pressure drop, the air pressure should not fall more than:

  • __ psi in one minute for single vehicles, or
  • __ psi in one minute for combination vehicles.

Test low pressure warning signal With the engine off, low pressure warning device must activate between __ and ___ psi.

A

125

One full minute

3
4

55 and 75

39
Q

Hydraulic Brake Check

Pump the brake pedal ____ times, then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for ___ seconds. Pedal should ___ ____.

A

Three

5

Not move

40
Q

Railroad Crossing

Prior to reaching the crossing (Drivers of a bus, school bus, or vehicle displaying placards)

As the vehicle approaches a railroad crossing, activate the ___ ___ flashers.
Stop the vehicle within __ feet but not less than ___ feet from the nearest rail.

A

4-way

50 feet

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