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When preparing to do a pre-trip inspection you must check to see that the parking brakes are on
and/or the wheels are chocked? ✔Correct Answer-true
When getting in to start the engine and inspect inside the cab you must: ✔Correct Answer--make
sure parking brake is on
-put gearshift in neutral (or park if automatic)
-start engine and listen for unusual noises
Look at the guages - the oil pressure guage should come up to normal within how long after starting
the engine? ✔Correct Answer-seconds
You should chek the following for looseness, sticking, damage or improper settings: ✔Correct
Answer--Steering wheel
-Accelerator, brake and clutch, pedals
-transmission controls
After inspecting mirrors and windshields for cracks, dirt, illegal stickers or other obstructions to see,
you should ✔Correct Answer-clean and adjust as necessary
When checking the lights you should: ✔Correct Answer--make sure parking brake is set
-turn off engine and take key with you
- turn off headlights and four way flashers
What should wheel bearing seals be checked for? ✔Correct Answer-Hub oil level and no leaks
How many red reflective triangles should you carry? ✔Correct Answer-3
How do you test hydraulic breaks for leaks? ✔Correct Answer-pump the brake pedal three times,
then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for five second. The pedal should not move.
Why put the starter switch key in your pocket durning the pre-trip inspection? ✔Correct Answer-
for your safety
to avoid roll backs when you start, you should: ✔Correct Answer-partly engage the clutche before
you take you right foot off the brake.
What is the proper way to hold the steering wheel? ✔Correct Answer-firmly with both hands on
opposite sides of the wheel.
why should you back toward the driver's side? ✔Correct Answer--backing toward the right side is
dangerous
-there are blind spots you can't see
when backing, why is it important to use a helper? ✔Correct Answer-there are blind spots you
can't see
Verified Answers |Latest Update |Already Graded A+
When preparing to do a pre-trip inspection you must check to see that the parking brakes are on
and/or the wheels are chocked? ✔Correct Answer-true
When getting in to start the engine and inspect inside the cab you must: ✔Correct Answer--make
sure parking brake is on
-put gearshift in neutral (or park if automatic)
-start engine and listen for unusual noises
Look at the guages - the oil pressure guage should come up to normal within how long after starting
the engine? ✔Correct Answer-seconds
You should chek the following for looseness, sticking, damage or improper settings: ✔Correct
Answer--Steering wheel
-Accelerator, brake and clutch, pedals
-transmission controls
After inspecting mirrors and windshields for cracks, dirt, illegal stickers or other obstructions to see,
you should ✔Correct Answer-clean and adjust as necessary
When checking the lights you should: ✔Correct Answer--make sure parking brake is set
-turn off engine and take key with you
- turn off headlights and four way flashers
What should wheel bearing seals be checked for? ✔Correct Answer-Hub oil level and no leaks
How many red reflective triangles should you carry? ✔Correct Answer-3
How do you test hydraulic breaks for leaks? ✔Correct Answer-pump the brake pedal three times,
then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for five second. The pedal should not move.
Why put the starter switch key in your pocket durning the pre-trip inspection? ✔Correct Answer-
for your safety
to avoid roll backs when you start, you should: ✔Correct Answer-partly engage the clutche before
you take you right foot off the brake.
What is the proper way to hold the steering wheel? ✔Correct Answer-firmly with both hands on
opposite sides of the wheel.
why should you back toward the driver's side? ✔Correct Answer--backing toward the right side is
dangerous
-there are blind spots you can't see
when backing, why is it important to use a helper? ✔Correct Answer-there are blind spots you
can't see
