Texas CDL Section 2 Vehicle Inspections Latest 2024 Already Graded A

Texas CDL Section 2 Vehicle Inspections Latest 2024 Already Graded A What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection? Safety. Safety for yourself and other road user. What things should you check during a trip? Watch gauges, mirrors, and use your senses to check for problems...LOOK, LISTEN, AND SMELL Name some key steering system parts. steering wheel, tie rod, steering shaft, hydraulic fluid reservoir, gear box, pitman arm, drag link, steering knuckle, spindle, steering arm, power steering cylinder Name some suspension system defects Broken leaf spring, spring hangers that allow movement of axle. U-bolts, or other axle poistioning parts that are cracked, or damaged. What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have? Fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses , warning devices for parked vehicles. What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? 4/32 and 2/32 for others Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection? Headlights, low and high beam. Windshield wiper arms for proper spring tension. Wiper blades for damage. Reflectors Turn Signals both left and right. What should wheel bearing seals be checked for? Leaks, Leaks, LEAKS!! How many red reflective triangles should you carry? A truck driver must carry 3 reflective triangles in their truck at all times How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks? Pump the brake pedal three times, then apply firm pressure to the pedal and hold for five seconds. The pedal should not move. Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection? To keep someone from running over you. What should you check when you stop? Tires,