Partial Script Flashcards
Brake Lining
Not worn dangerously thin
No less than 1/4”
Also free of contaminants
Frame
Does not have excessive holes
Walk Up to Vehicle
No leaks or puddles under engine and transmission
Door Latches
It locks and unlocks
DOT Reflective Tape & Reflectors
Clean and red in color.
There are none missing.
Slack Adjuster & Push Rods
No missing pins or cotter keys
With brakes released — should be no more than 1” of pull by hand
Drive Axle Tires
Proper inflation
2/32”
Valve caps & stems are not missing, broken, or damaged
Clearance Lights & Reflectors
Front to Middle
Clean and amber in color
Windshield Weather Stripping
Is not leaking
U-Bolts
No missing nuts
Leaf Springs
There are none missing and they are in line
Brake Chamber
No audible leaks
Door Hinges
They are secure
Fifth Wheel Release Arm
No missing pins or cotter keys.
Is in the locked position.
The safety latch is in place.
U-Bolts
No missing nuts
Fire Extinguisher
Properly rated ABC.
Is charged because I can see the indicator is green.
Exhaust System
It has no soot to indicate a leakage
Torsion Bar
Front & Rear
They are in line.
Clearance Lights
Clean and amber in color
Tandem Release Arm
No missing pins or cotter keys.
It is in the locked position because I can see the pins.
Fuses
Spare for every circuit
Leaf Springs
There are none missing and they are in line
Mirrors
Clean and have no stickers to block my view
Tail Lights
Clean and red in color
Clearance Lights
Turn Signals
Headlights
Reflectors
Clean and amber in color
Apron
No gap or daylight between the apron and the fifth wheel
Lug Nuts
None are missing
No rust trail to indicate loosening
No shiny threads to indicate cross threading
Clearance Lights
Clean and red in color
Landing Gear
The feet are secure.
It is fully raised.
The crank handle is in the raised locked position.
Seat Belts
Latches & unlatches
Hoses
No audible leaks
Cat Walk & Steps
Clear of debris that could make me trip or fall
Trailer Frame, Cross Members, Side Rails, & Floor Boards
Front to Rear
Mirrors
Clean and have no stickers to block my view.
They are adjusted for me.
Universal Joints
Front & Rear
They are free of debris
Air Bags
No audible leaks
Cross Members
Front & Rear
Tandem Axle Trailer Tires
Proper inflation
2/32”
Valve caps & stems are not missing, broken, or damaged
Glad Hands
No audible leaks
Locking Jaws
Locked around the king pin.
Fifth Wheel
No missing pins or cotter keys.
The sliding fifth wheel has locking pins.
Wipers & Washers
None are missing
Dayton Wheel Spacers
Evenly spaced, free of debris
Alternator Belt
3/4” of play
Bud Wheels
Evenly spaced and free of debris
Air Bag Mounting Brackets
Top & Bottom
Frame
No excessive holes
Fuel Tank, Straps, & Steps
The cap is tight and has no leaks from tank or lines
Hub Oil Seal
The sight glass is full because I can see it
Air Hoses
From my tractor to my trailer.
No audible leaks.
Weather Stripping
There is none missing
Brake Hoses
No audible leaks
Spring Hanger
Front & Rear
Bushings are not damaged
Brake Drum
Free of contaminants such as debris or oil/grease
Rims
No illegal welds
Windshield
Clean and have no stickers to block my view.
Steer Tires
Proper inflation
4/32”
Valve caps & stems are not missing, broken, or damaged
Triangles
Red
Header Boards
No missing rivets
Appears secure enough to hold a load in an emergency stop
Pig Tail or Electrical Cord
From my tractor to my trailer
No wires are showing
The cord and air hoses clear the frame
Steering Linkage
No missing cotter pins
