Section B Flashcards
Drivers side of the truck
General overview, from top to bottom.-Everything is (PMS)-Nothing is CDL LLR are clean and the proper color. Amber for my L R4 CL
Mirrors are (PMS) not CDL, clean, properly adjusted. No illegal stickers to obstruct my view.
Door is (PMS) not CDL. Hinges and latch are (PMS) not CDL. Door opens and closes properly. Weather seal has no ABC
Steps are (PMS) not CDL and free from debris
DEF Tank (PMS) not CDL or leaking. Proper DEF level. (check DEF level when doing incab)
Fuel Tank and straps are (PMS) not CDL or leaking, Fuel cap is (PMS) not CDL has safety chain and proper seal.
Between Back of Truck and Front of Trailer
Exhaust is (PMS) is not CDL or leaking. Black soot not visible around clamps, Starts at engine Drive shaft and U joints are (PMS) not CDL or bent, and the U-joints show no excessive wear, NO DEBRIS
Frame and Cross members are (PMS) not CDL, or Bent, None missing, all mounting bolts present
Catwalk and steps are PMS and is not CDL, No debris.
Rear of the Tractor
General overview, nothing is CDL. LLR not CDL, clean, and proper color. (Red for my Brake lights, Tail lights, L, R, 4)
Mud flap hanger and mud flap are (PMS) not CDL. Not dragging the ground
Torque arm and bushings are PMS not CDL or bent
Axle is (PMS) not CDL or leaking
Suspension
Air bags are (PMS) by the upper and lower mounts. They have no ABC and are not leaking Leaf spring hanger, leaf springs, U-bolts and bump stop are (PMS) not CDL. Leaf springs not missing or shifted
Shock is (PMS) by the upper and lower mounts and are not CDL or leaking
Brakes
Brake hose & ABS wire are (PMS) with fittings and clamps, have no ABC and are not leaking, Brake Chamber and Clamp are (PMS) not CDL or leaking. Signs of leaking is air noise or audible.
Slack Adjuster and Push Rod are (PMS) not CDL, push rod has NO MORE than 1” of play when brakes are released
Brake Drum and Brake pads (PMS) not CDL. Not contaminated with oil or grease. ads not dangerously thin
Wheels
and outer rims X2 are (PMS) not CDL. No illegal welds.
NO space between rims, At least 3 inches between tires. No debris
Inner and outer tires X2 do not have any ABC, no illegal patches, no uneven wear, MINMUM 2/32 tread depth,
Lug nuts are (PMS) not CDL or missing. (No sign of rust or metal shavings indicating loosesness.)
Axle seal is (PMS) not CDL or leaking
Valve stem Is (PMS) not CDL or leaking. Cap present Check air pressure with a pressure gauge to manufacture specifications