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Inspection\n\n·External Inspection  \nDuring the pre-trip inspection,you must show thatthe vehicle is safe to drive.You may have to walkaround the vehicle and point to or touch each itemand explain to the examiner what you are checkingand why.You will NOT have to crawl under thehood or under the vehicle.  \n## 11.1 AlI Vehicles\n\nStudy the following vehicle parts for the type ofvehicle you will be using during the CDL skillstests.You should be able to identify each part andtell the examiner what you are looking for orinspecting.  \n### 11.1.1 Engine Compartment (Engine Off)\n\nLeaks/Hoses  \nLook for puddles on the ground.  \nLook for dripping fluids on underside of engineand transmission.  \nInspect hoses for condition and leaks.  \nOil Level  \nIndicate where dipstick is located.  \nSee that oil level is within safe operating range.Level must be above refill mark.  \nCoolant Level  \nInspect reservoir sight glass,or  \n(If engine is not hot),remove radiator cap and  \ncheck for visible coolant level.  \nPower Steering Fluid  \nIndicate where power steering fluid dipstick is  \nlocated.  \nCheck for adequate power steering fluid level.  \nLevel must be above refill mark.  \nEngine Compartment Belts  \nCheck the following belts for snugness(up to 3/4inch play at center of belt),cracks,or frays:  \n-Power steering belt.  \n-Water pump belt.  \n-Alternator belt.  \n-Air compressor belt.  \nNote:If any of the components listed above are  \nnot belt driven,you must:  \nTell the examiner which component(s)are notbelt driven.  \nMake sure component(s)are operating properly,are not damaged or leaking,and are mountedsecurely.  \nSafe Start  \nDepress clutch.  \nPlace gearshift lever in neutral (or park,forautomatic transmissions).  \nStart engine,then release clutch slowly.  \n### 11.1.2-Cab Check/Engine Start\n\nOil Pressure Gauge  \nMake sure oil pressure gauge is working.  \nCheck that pressure gauge shows increasing ornormal oil pressure or that the warning lightgoes off.  \nIf equipped,oil temperature gauge should begina gradual rise to the normal operating range.  \nTemperature Gauge  \nMake sure the temperature gauge is working.  \nTemperature should begin to climb to the normaloperating range or temperature light should beoff.  \nAir Gauge  \nMake sure the air gauge is working properly.  \nBuild air pressure to governor cut-out,roughly  \n120-140 psi.  \nAmmeter/Voltmeter  \nCheck that gauges show alternator and/or  \ngenerator is charging or that warning light is off.  \nMirrors and Windshield  \nMirrors should be clean and adjusted properly  \nfrom the inside.  \nCheck for three red reflective triangles,6 fuseesor 3 liquid burning flares.  \nCheck for a properly charged and rated fireextinguisher  \nNote:If the vehicle is not equipped with electricalfuses,you must mention this to the examiner.  \nSteering Play  \nNon-power steering:Check for excessive playby turning steering wheel back and forth.Playshould not exceed 10 degrees(or about twoinches on a 20-inch wheel).  \nPower steering:With the engine running,checkfor excessive play by turning the steering wheelback and forth.Play should not exceed 10degrees (or about two inches on a 20-inchwheel)before front left wheel barely moves.  \nWipers/Washers  \nCheck that wiper arms and blades are secure,not damaged,and operate smoothly  \nIf equipped,windshield washers must operatecorrectly.  \nTest that dash indicators work whencorresponding lights are turned on:  \n-Left turn signal.  \n-Right turn signal.  \n-Four-way emergency flashers.  \n-High beam headlight.  \n-Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)indicator.  \nCheck that allexternal lights and reflectiveequipment are clean and functional.Light andreflector checks include:  \n-Clearance lights(red on rear,amberelsewhere).  \n-Headlights (high and low beams).  \n-Taillights.  \n-Backing lights.  \n-Turn signals.  \n-Four-way flashers.  \n-Brake lights.  \n2005 Commercial Driver's License Manual                              \nWindshi","cbCaivNj5PrtgJyH","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivNj5PrtgJyH","pdf",330195,"English","# Section 11 - Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection Test\n## Internal Inspection\n## External Inspection\n# 11.1 All Vehicles\n## 11.1.1 Engine Compartment (Engine Off)\n## 11.1.2 Cab Check/Engine Start\n## Parking Brake Check\n## Hydraulic Brake Check\n## Air Brake Check (Air Brake Equipped Vehicles Only)","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the pre-trip vehicle inspection in this section?\",\"answer\":\"The pre-trip inspection ensures the vehicle is safe to drive before the CDL skills test. 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