Section A: Front Of Truck

Question 1

Overall View

Answer 1

(Approaching truck)
- no puddles indicating a leak
- not leaning indicating a flat tire, suspension issue, or shifted load

Question 2

Lights

Answer 2

(Point out lights as you call them out)
- 5 clearance lights, headlights, high beams, left and right turn signals,
- 4-ways are securely attached, clean not cracked or broken, the correct color

Question 3

Coolant level

Answer 3

• secured to the truck
• not cracked or broken.
• not leaking and is filled to operating level

Question 4

Coolant lines

Answer 4

• not rubbing on anything
• all clamps are tight, and they are not cut or leaking

Question 5

Water pump

Answer 5

• belt driven
• all bolts are in place and tight, and it is not leaking
• belt is not cut or frayed, and has no more than 1/2 to 3/4 inch of play on its longest run

Question 6

Alternator

Answer 6

• belt driven
• all hardware is in place and tight
• electrical wire connections are clean and tight
• there are no bare, burnt, or frayed wires
• belt is not cut or frayed, and has no more than 1/2 to 3/4 inch of play on its longest run

Question 7

Oil level

Answer 7

(Point to the oil dipstick. Do not pull it out)
- dipstick is in place and would be checked with the engine off to make sure that the oil is at operating level

Question 8

Leaks and Hoses

Answer 8

• no visible or audible leaks in hoses, lines, engine, or engine components

Question 9

Air compressor

Answer 9

• gear driven
• all hardware is in place and tight
• there are no leaks

Question 10

Main Air Line

Answer 10

• connections are tight as far back as I can see
• the line is not cut, cracked, or frayed
• not rubbing on anything
• there are no leaks

Question 11

Spring Hanger

Answer 11

• securely attached
• not broken, and has not been welded
• all hardware is in place and tight

Question 12

Springs

Answer 12

• secured to the mounts
• none are missing or broken
• properly aligned

Question 13

U-Bolts

Answer 13

• secured in place with all hardware on the bottom and tight
• no indication of shifting. (No clean or shiny spots)

Question 14

Shock absorber

Answer 14

• secured at both top and bottom
• bushings are good so it does not move
• not bent or broken
• not leaking

Question 15

Steering Column/shaft

Answer 15

• secured and in good working order
• not too much movement at the U-joints

Question 16

Power Steering reservoir

Answer 16

• filled to the proper level
• reservoir is secured and not damaged or leaking

Question 17

Power Steering pump

Answer 17

• gear driven
• all hardware in place and tight
• not damaged or leaking

Question 18

Power steering lines

Answer 18

• secured at both ends
• not cut or rubbing anything
• no leaks

Question 19

Power steering gearbox

Answer 19

• secured with all hardware in place and tight
• not damaged or leaking

Question 20

Steering linkage

Answer 20

• pitman arm, drag link, upper/lower steering knuckles, and tie rod are securely attached
• not bent or broken
• castle nuts and cotter pins are in place
• bushings are not torn or missing

Question 21

Brake air line

Answer 21

• connections are tight at both ends
• not cut, frayed, or rubbing anything
• not leaking

Question 22

Brake chamber

Answer 22

• secured with all hardware in place and tight
• no holes or damage
• not leaking

Question 23

Slack adjuster push rod assembly

Answer 23

• secure with all hardware in place and tight
• not bent or broken
• no more than 1 inch of play

Question 24

Brake shoes

Answer 24

• not broken or missing
• not covered in oil or grease
• at least 1/4 inch thick

Question 25

Brake drum

Answer 25

• not broken
• no welds
• not covered in oil or grease

Question 26

Tires (steer)

Answer 26

(All sidewalls)
- tire has no abrasions, bubbles, or cuts
- no tread separation
- evenly worn
- at least 4/32 inch of tread depth

Question 27

Valve stem

Answer 27

• has cap in place
• no leaks
• ensure tire is properly inflated

Question 28

Rim

Answer 28

• not cracked, bent, or welded on
• bead is not coming apart

Question 29

Lug nuts

Answer 29

• all ten lugs in place and tight
• no rust streaks indicating looseness

Question 30

Hub oil seal

Answer 30

• not leaking and filled to proper level
• all hardware is in place and tight