Pre-Trip Part 1 Flashcards
Under Tractor
-see no signs of leaking coolant, oil, or power steering fluid
Exhaust
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts, bolts, clamps, or U bolts
-no sign of soot which could indicate an exhaust leak
Alternator
-belt driven
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
Electrical Wiring
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or frayed
-securly connected to the alternator
Engine hoses
-some are air, some are liquid
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or bulging
-see and hear no leaks
Water pump
-belt driven
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-see no leaks
Alternator/water pump belt
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or frayed
-no more than 3/4” play in the center
Coolant reservoir
-not chipped, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-filled to the appropriate level
-see no leaks
Dip stick and oil cap
-this is where I’ll measure the oil level
-must be above the refill line
-oil cap is where I’ll add more oil if needed
Power steering reservoir
-not chipped, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-filled to the appropriate level
-see no leaks
3 power steering hoses
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or bulging
-see no leaks
Power steering pump
-gear driven
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-see no leaks
Air compressor
-gear driven
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-hear no leaks
Steering linkage
-steering rod
-steering box
-pitman arm
-drag link
-steering knuckle
Steering linkage
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-see no leaks from the steering box
Castle nut and cotter pin
-intact on both ends of the drag link
Spring mounts front and back and U bolts
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
Leaf springs
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-properly aligned
-not missing more and 1/4 of a leaf
Shock absorber
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-see no leaks
Brake hoses
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or bulging
-hear no leaks
Brake chamber and locking ring
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-hear no leaks
Slack adjuster and push rod
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-sits at 90* angle
-with the brakes off I shouldn’t be able to pull it more than 1”
Cotter pin
-is intact
Brake linings
-not dangerously thin
-see no oil or grease
Brake drum
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no welds or holes other than factory
-see no oil or grease
Steer tire
-proper pressure checked with a pressure gauge
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or bulging of the sidewalls
-no uneven tread wear
-valve cap and stem are not missing, broken, or damaged
-at least 4/32” tread depth
Rim
-not bent, cracked, or broken
- no welds or holes other than factory
Lug nuts and studs
-no missing lug nuts or studs
-see no signs of running rust which would indicate a loose lug nut
Hub oil seal
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-fluid is at the proper level
-see no leaks
Mirror brackets (door and hood)
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
Mirrors (on door and hood)
-clean
-not chipped, cracked, or broken
Door and door handle
-not bend, cracked, or broken
-opens and closes properly
Door hinge
-secure
-functions
Door seal
-not cut, cracked, dryrot, or missing
Window
-clean
-not chipped, cracked, or broken
Fire extinguisher (in the cab or storage box)
-fully charged
-properly secure
Fuel tank, straps, and cap
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-see no leaks
Steps and catwalk
-not bent, cracked, or broken
-no missing nuts or bolts
-clear of objects
Storage box
-if present, fully charged and properly secured fire extinguisher
-3 reflective triangles
-spare fuses and or a circuit breaker
Chock tires, key on the floorboard
LIGHTS
-amber in color
-clean
-not chipped cracked or broken
