Pre-Trip Inspection Flashcards
Metal or Plastic Parts should not be:
Bent, Broken or Cracked (B.B.C)
Rubber Parts should not have:
Abrasions, Bulges or Cuts (A.B.C.)
All Parts must be:
Securely Mounted
__________ or ___________ every item that you inspect
Point or Touch
What are the 3 L’s?
Lights, Leaning & Leaks
The only side of the Tractor or Trailer that should have red lights is the:
Back Side
What color lights should be on every side of the tractor or trailer (except the back-side)
Amber
During the inspection of a tractor or trailer, leaning could indicate the following:
suspension problems
tire inflation problems
load problems
What are the 3 major engine components?
alternator
water pump
air compressor
The alternator is ____________ driven.
belt
The water pump is __________ driven.
gear or belt
The air compressor is _________ driven.
gear
The alternator should have no more than _______ to ________ inches of play in the belt
1/2 to 3/4
The water pump can be located in the engine by tracing the __________________ from the bottom of the _____________________.
largest hose ; radiator
What are the 3 major engine fluids?
coolant
oil
power steering fluid
What could shiny metal or threads indication on truck & trailer components?
loose fittings & wear
The slack adjustor / push rod should have no more than _____________ inch play when pulled.
1 inch
Tractor or trailer wheels should have no ______________ or _______________.
illegal welds or drilled holes
Identify
Front Hood Mirror
Identify
Alternator
Identify
Water Pump
Identify
Hose from bottom of radiator to water pump
Identify
Air Compressor
Identify
Coolant Reservoir
Identify
Power Steering Reservoir
Identify
Steering Shaft
Identify
Power Steering Gear Box
Identify
Pitman Arm
Identify
Control Arm
Identify
Spring Hangers
Identify
Shock Absorbers
Identify
Brake Chamber
Identify
Brake Pads / Brake Shoe (Must have atleast 1/4 inch of material)
Identify
Outside of Tire
Identify
Mirror Bracket
Identify
Door Handle
Identify
Door Hinge
Identify
Clearance Light
Identify
Fuel Tank
Identify
Fuel Tank Cap
Identify
Exhaust Stack
Identify
Drive Shaft
Identify
Cat Walk
Identify
Truck / Tractor Frame
Identify
Mud Flap Bracket
Identify
Leaf Springs
Identify
Suspensiom Airbag
Identify
Shock Absorbers
Identify
Brake Line / Air Hose
Identify
Brake Chamber
Identify
Electrical Safety Flap Socket
Identify
Electrical Line
Identify
Release Handle
Identify
Trailer Panels
Identify
Cross Members
Identify
Landing Gear / Trailer Support
Identify
Landing Gear Handle
Identify
Clearance Light
Identify
Air Lines Under Trailer
Identify
Tandem Slide Track
Identify
Mud Flap Bracket
Identify
ABS Light
Identify
Trailer Doors
Identify
Trailing Arm Mount
Identify
Alternator Belt
Identify
Oil Fill Port
Identify
Oil Level Dip Stick
Identify
Steering Shaft U-Joints
Identify
Drag Link
Identify
Leaf Spring U-Bolts
Identify
Brake Line / Air Hose
Identify
Slack Adjustor / Push Rod
Identify
Brake Drum
Identify
Inside of Wheel
Identify
Inside of Tire
Identify
Tire Face
Identify
Outside of Wheel
Identify
Lug Nuts
Identify
Hub Seal
Identify
Valve Stem
Identify
Door Rubber Seal
Identify
Fuel Tank Straps
Identify
Steps
Identify
Cat Walk steps
Identify
Spring Hanger
Identify
Mud Flap
Identify
Glad Hands
Identify
Trailer’s Service Brake Air Line
Identify
Trailer’s Emergency Brake Air Line
Identify
Fifth Wheel / Skid Plate
Identify
Platform
Identify
Pivot Pin
Identify
Trailer King Pin
Identify
Locking Jaws
Identify
Floor (Under Trailer View)
Identify
Trailer Door Rods
Identify
Trailer Door Handles
Identify
Trailer Door Hinges
Identify
Trailer Apron
Identify
Leaf Springs
Identify
Steering Shaft U-Joints
Tire tread on tractor must be atleast
4/32
Tire tread on trailer must be atleast
2/32
During inspection you must confirm that there is proper clearance from ___________________ to ___________________.
Rear of the tractor to Trailer Landing Gear/Support
What are the 5 safety items to inspect during the in-cab inspection
Seat Belt Fire Extinguisher 3 Safety Triangles Electric/City Horn Air Horn
What is the Bonus Items that can be checked during in cab inspection & where would it be stored?
Spare Fuses
In the glove box
What are the 5 In-Cabin Items to be checked. (Spiral Check)
Mirrors Windshield Wipers Heater / Defroster Indicator Lights
Trailer must have _______% of DOT Red/White reflective tape along the side of the trailer.
50%
Trailer must have _______% of DOT Red/White reflective tape along the back of the trailer
100%
List the Dash Board Lights to Test (External & Indicators)
Headlights (Low Beams & High Beams)
Turn SIgnals (Right & Left)
Four-Way Flashers
What is the Normal Operating Range of the water temperature gauge?
no more than 200 degrees
What is the normal operating range of the oil pressure guage
20 to 60 psi
What is the normal operating range of volt meter?
12 to 15 volts
What air pressure range will the gauge show to cut off the governor?
120 to 140 psi
What are the 5 gauges we should review during a in-cab inspection?
Oil Pressure Water Temperature Volt Meter Primary Air Pressure Secondary Air Pressure
What are the 3 types of axles associated with the tractor & trailer?
Front Steering Axle (Tractor) Drive Axles (Tractor) Trailer Axles (Trailer)
Identify
DOT Bumper
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Identify
License Plate
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked & Visible
Identify
License Plate Lights
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
In working order & the appropriate color
Identify
Exhaust
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
No leaks (Which would be identified by soot being visible anywhere beside exhaust exit)
Identify
Drive Shaft
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Properly lubricated & no shiny metal which would indicate something loose
Identify
Exhaust
Securely Mounted, Nor Bent, Broken or Cracked
No visible leaks
Identify
Water Pump
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Belt Drive
No visible leaks
Identify
Alternator
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Belt Driven
Identify
Power Steering Pump
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Gear Driven, no visible leaks
Identify
Air Compressor
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Gear Driven
No audible Leaks detected
Identify
Proper clearance between the rear end of the tractor and the trailer’s landing gear
Identify
Tandem Slide Rack, Pins & Handles
Securely Mounted, Not Bent, Broken or Cracked
Pins properly in holes
When discussing the lights what should you mention specifically?
- Securely Mounted
- Not broken or cracked
- Correct Color
- No Moisture
- What functions do they serve
Front tires can NOT be _______________.
Recapped
Should you mention lights and reflectors on each side of the tractor & trailer during your inspection?
Yes
Reflectors are:
Not_________
Not_________
Is___________
Not peeling off
Not missing big pieces
Is visible
Torque Arm (Tractor) Close to fifth wheel
All tires must be wearing_________
Evenly
The electrical connection has 3 parts, between the tractor and trailer, what are they?
- electrical wire
- tractor connector
- trailer connector
Emergency Air Hose & Service Air Hose connections each have 3 parts, name them.
- The hose itself
- Tractor Glad Hand Connector
- Trailer Glad Hand Connector
When inspecting the Emergency & Service Glad Hand Connections you should mention
No leaks and Seals present and in good order
When discussing the fifth wheel skid plate
Mention the release handle and the spring safety latch (which holds the release handle in the proper position)
Fifth wheel is connected to the tractor frame by the__________
Platform
Be sure to mention if the fifth wheel is or is not a sliding fifth wheel.
Mention that because you are inspecting a flatbed there are no ____,_____,etc
No doors No handles No hinges No door rods No trailers side panels
Flatbed trailers may have a __________ to prevent load from sliding into the back of the trailer.
Headboard
When conducting the air brake test you must hold brakes service brakes for a full 60 seconds. Anything less and they will fail you.
Should lose less than 4 psi during this test.
