CDL Permit Test (All Answered Correctly)

What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection correct answers To ensure the vehicle is safe to drive and roadworthy. What things should you check during a trip correct answers Tires, brakes, lights, connections to trailer, trailer coupling devices, cargo securement devices(tarps, canvass, or straps) Name some key steering system parts correct answers Steering wheel, steering shaft, gear box, hydraulic fluid reservoir, pitman arm, drag link, steering knuckle, spindle, power steering cylinder, steering arm, tie rod Name some suspension system defects correct answers Missing or broken leaf springs, leaking shock absorbers, broken spring hangers, torque rod (arm, ubolts, spring hangers, or other axle positioning parts) cracked or damaged Name three kinds of emergency equipment you must have correct answers Fire extinguisher, 3 red triangles, spare fuses, flare What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? For other tires? correct answers 4/32" for front tires, 2/32" for all others Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection correct answers Condition of axle and steering system (grab for looseness), condition of the windshield (clean/dirty, damaged, wiper arms, wiper blades, and lights & reflectors (amber at front for clearance and reflectors, white or amber for turn signal) What should wheel bearing seals be checked for? correct answers Leaks How many red reflective triangles should you carry? correct answers Three How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks? correct answers Pump three times, hold brake down for 5 seconds. Brakes should hold, if not there is a problem. Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection? correct answers So no one moves the truck while you are inspecting it. Why should you back toward the driver's side? correct answers It is safer because the driver can see more If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back? correct answers Engage parking brake or clutch before removing foot from brake When backing, why is it important to use a