Inspection Flashcards
What are the three L’s
Lean, lights, leaks
Three fluids
Oil, power steering, coolant
Three motor components
Alternator, water pump, air compressor
Steering components
Steering shaft, power steering box, Pittman arm, drag link, upper and lower control arm, tie rod.
Suspension parts
Leaf springs, mounts, u bolts, shock absorbers, air bags.
Break Parts
Air hose, break chamber, slack adjuster, break pad, drum
Wheels/tires
Rim, inflations, sidewall, tread, value stem, lug nuts, hub seal, no gap between duel wheels, no objects stuck.
Side and back of truck
Mirror bracket, door, fuel tank, steps and catwalk, frame, drive shaft, exhaust
Back of truck
Mud flaps, room for landing gear, DOT tape 100%, lights and reflectors
Air and Electric connections
Connected at both ends, no leaks, no damage, not hanging
Coupler area
Apron, skid plate, gap, lube, mounting, latch, locking jaws, kingpin, sliding fifth wheel
Trailer Side
Frame, cross members, DoT tape 50%, floor, landing gear, lights, tandem release arms and locking pin.
Lights
High beam, low beams, turn signals, 4 way flashers, break lights, marker lights clearance lights