General Knowledge Flashcards
How much tire thread should u have
Steer tires: 4/32
Drive tires: 2/32
How much play should ur steering system have
No more than 10 degrees
List your steering system
Tire rod,steering wheel, steering shaft, power steering cylinder, steering arm, spindle, steering knuckle, drag link, pitman arm, gear box, hydraulic fluid reservoir.
List suspension system
Hydraulic shock absorbers, leaf springs, front axle hanger, vehicle frame, bearing plates, spring shackle, main spring, axle, torque rod.
Air suspension parts
What r the 3 emergency equipment vehicles should have
Fire extinguisher, spare electric fuses, warning devices
How often should u inspect cargo
Within first 50 miles of start of the day then every 150 miles or 3 hours which ever comes first.
What things should you check for during ur trip
Steps to safely backing
What are the 4 types of retarders
Exhaust, engine,hydraulic,electric
When stopped on side the road how long do you have to use ur emergency warning equipment
10 mins
How far apart should u place ur emergency warning equipment on a one way or divided highway
10 ft , 100ft, 200ft towards traffic
How far apart should u place emergency warning equipment wen stopped on a 2 lane or undivided highway
One in front and at the rear corners of cmv and 1 100 ft behind and ahead of the vehicle in the lane u stopped in
How far apart do u place emergency warning equipment wen on a hill or deep curve
How much space should u have between u and another vehicle
What are conflicts
What are the effects of distracted driving
Slowed perception and delayed decision
What are the 3 types of distractions
Physical mental and both physical and mental
What are the consequences of using ur phone while operating a cmv ?
What is aggressive driving
What is road rage
How often do u check tires in hot weather
Every 2 hours or every 100 miles
What should u do wen driving through deep puddles or flowing water
What r the 2 types of crossings
Passive and active
