Coupling Flashcards
1
Q
Electric line
A
- secured at both ends and locked in place
- no burnt or bare wires
- no bent or missing pins
2
Q
Air lines
A
- both are secured to back of the truck
- no abrasions, bulges, or cuts
- glad hands are securely attached and seals in place
- no leaks
3
Q
Mounting plate
A
- not bent or broken
- secured to the frame with all hardware in place and tight
4
Q
Release arm
A
- not cracked or broken
- in the locked position
5
Q
Platform
A
- not cracked or broken
- secured to the mounting plate
- all welds are good
- hardware is in place and tight
6
Q
Skid plate
A
- secured with the pivot pin in place
- not cracked or broken
- properly greased
- no gap between skid plate and apron
7
Q
Apron
A
- secured to the trailer
- not cracked or broken
- no illegal holes or welds
8
Q
Fifth wheel placement
A
- there is enough space between the rear of the truck and landing gear, and between the back of the tractor and front of the trailer so they do not hit while turning
9
Q
Kingpin
A
(Move to the back of the tractor, under the trailer)
- secured to the apron
- not bent or broken
10
Q
Locking jaws
A
- not cracked or broken
- securely attached and locked around the shank of the kingpin
