CDL Pre-Trip In-Cab Inspection Flashcards

What is the first step when entering the cab during the pre-trip inspection?

What should you check for the seat belt during the pre-trip inspection?

What should you verify during the safe start step?

What should the oil pressure gauge indicate during the inspection?

What is the normal indication for the water temperature gauge?

To what PSI should the air gauge rise during the inspection?

What should happen to the voltage gauge during the inspection?

What should the windshield be checked for?

What should you ensure about the wipers/washers during inspection?

What should be checked regarding the heat/defroster during inspection?

What should you do to check the inside light indicators?

What is required to check the air horn and city horn?

What should you check regarding the parking brake?

How do you simulate checking the service brake?

In-Cab Inspection Steps for CDL Pre-Trip

Step 1: Emergency Equipment Check
- Verify presence of fuses, a properly charged fire extinguisher, and triangles.
Step 2: Seat Belt Safety
- Ensure seat belt is undamaged and can fasten correctly.
Step 3: Safe Start Protocol
- Confirm parking brakes are engaged, press clutch, start engine, and check ABS light functionality.
Step 4: Oil Pressure Gauge Check
- Monitor the gauge ensuring it rises to the normal range.
Step 5: Water Temperature Gauge Verification
- Confirm the gauge is rising to normal temperature levels.
Step 6: Air Gauge Assessment
- Ensure the air gauge rises to between 120 and 140 PSI.
Step 7: Voltage Gauge Inspection
- Check that the voltage gauge rises to normal operating levels.
Step 8: Windshield Condition
- Ensure windshield is clean, free of cracks, damage, and illegal stickers; also verify mirrors are clean and properly adjusted.
Step 9: Wipers and Washers Functionality
- Confirm wiper blades are securely mounted, undamaged, and functional against the windshield.
Step 10: Heating and Defrosting Check
- Place hand over blower vents to assess airflow from heat/defroster.
Step 11: Light Indicator Functionality
- Test left turn, right turn, four-way flashers, and high beams; explain the purpose of checking each light.
Step 12: Horn Functionality
- Activate and check both air horn and city horn.
Step 13: Gear Checks
- Ensure both high and low gears are functioning correctly.
Step 14: Parking Brake Test
- Perform a test on parking brakes for both tractor and trailer; use low gear and slowly release the clutch to check for movement.
Step 15: Service Brake Simulation
- Describe the procedure: drive forward to 5 mph, apply brakes firmly, ensuring the vehicle does not pull to either side and stops without delay.

This quiz focuses on the essential steps for conducting a pre-trip in-cab inspection for commercial driving. Each card outlines crucial safety checks that must be performed before operating a commercial vehicle. Perfect for CDL exam preparation and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.