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Pre/Post Trip Inspec
Wheels on the Bus
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What carries air or hydraulic fluid to the wheel brake assembly? | Brake hoses/brake lines |
| Apply _________ and then try to pull forward gently. If it works properly, your vehicle shouldn't move. | The parking break |
| Which of the following dashboard light indicators should you test? | Turn signals |
| What structure supporting the fifth wheel skid plate should be checked for cracks or breaks? | Platform |
| Which external lights should you check? | Tail Lights, break lights, turn signals |
| If the wheel has a sight glass, check that the oil level is adequate. Otherwise, look for leaks around the _________ | Hub oil/axle seals |
| You are looking for puddles on the ground and dripping fluids on the underside of the engine and the transmission. What are you checking for? | Leaks |
| What are the brackets, bolts, or bushings that are used to attach the spring and or air bag to the axle and vehicle frame? | Spring mounts |
| You pump the peddle three times and hold it down for 5 seconds, making sure that the peddle does not move. What are you inspecting? | Hydraulic breaks |
| The angle between the push rod and adjuster arm should be a little over 90 degrees when the breaks are released and not less then 90 degrees when the breaks are applied. This refers to the? | Slack adjusters |
| What releases the 5 wheel locking jaws to that the trailer can be coupled? (You should make sure that it is in the engaged position and the safety latch is in place) | release arm |
| The class A vehicle inspection tests include an engine start, an in dash cab inspection, and an inspection of _____? | The coupling system |
| On which axle must you inspect the break components? | Every axle |
| What carries air or hydraulic fluid to the wheel brake assembly? | brake hoses/lines |
| During your pre trip inspection check the ______ to make sure that its connections are tight and not excessively corroded. | Battery |
| What do you inspect to make sure all are present and free of cracks and distortions and shows no signs of looseness such as rust, trails, or shiny threads? | Lug Nuts |
| What should be clean with no dirt, illegal stickers, obstructions, or damage to the glass? | Windshield and mirrors |
| When you inspect the air lines, which one of the 5 senses should you use to check for air leaks? | Hearing |
| When you pull forward, apply ___ and then check to see if the vehicle does not pull to either side. | The service break |
| When inspecting the drum brake, you should look for all of the following EXCEPT | Leaking fluids |
| To improve visibility during severe or stormy weather, what must be secure, undamaged, and operating smoothly and correctly? | Wipers/Washers |
| Which of the following disengages the engine from the drive train so the vehicle won't move and reduces the load on the starter motor? | Clutch/gear shift |
| What should you check to be sure it is solid, clear of objects,and securely bolted to the tractor frame? | Catwalk |
| If the container is not part of the pressurized system, to check the coolant level, | You can do either of the above (inspect the reservoir sight glass or remove the container cap and check the level visible.) |
| You are making sure that hoses and lines are not cut, chafed , spliced, or worn, and not tangles, pinched, or dragged against tractor parts. What are you inspecting? | Air/Electric Lines |
| As part of your vehicle inspection test, if your vehicle has a cargo lift, you will have to ________ | Check it for leaks and damages, explain the process for checking it for correct operation, check it for any missing parts |
| Which tires should have a minimum tread depth of 4/32 of an inch? | Steering axle tires |
| As part of your vehicle inspection test, if your vehicle has a semitrailer, you will have to check the landing gear and make sure that there is no damage to____. | The support frame |
| What maintains air pressure in the air break system? | Air Compressor/Belt |
| The class B and class C vehicle inspection tests include an inspection of _____. | Special features of the vehicle |
| If your vehicle has ___, check that they are securely mounted and in good condition whether or not they are required by law. | Splash guards |
| Which gauge indicates increasing or normal lubrication pressure to prevent engine failure, seizure or break down? | oil pressure |
| Which gauge indicates the alternator or generator is charging? | Ammeter/Volt meter |
| What transmits power from the transmission to the drive axle? | Drive Shaft |
| What should not be bent, damaged, or rusted through and should be evenly centered with the dual wheels and tires evenly separated? | Spacers |
| Gas or hydraulic devices that cushion the vehicle ride and stabilizes the vehicle and should be secure without leaks are called? | Shock absorbers |