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What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?
Safety – for yourself and for other road users
What things should you check during a trip?
1. Gauges
2. Use Senses (Look, Listen, Smell, Feel)
3. Critical ItemsTires, wheels, and rimsBrakesLights and reflectorsBrake and electrical connections to trailerTrailer coupling devicesCargo securement devices
Name some key steering system parts.
(11) Wheel, Arm, Shaft, Gear Box, Pitman Arm, Drag Link, Knuckle, Spindle, Tie Rod, Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir, Cylinder
Name some suspension system defects.
-Cracked/Broken Spring
-HangerMissing/Broken Leaves
-Leaking Shock Absorbers
-Cracked/Damaged/Missing axle positioning parts (Torque rod or arm, ubolts,spring hangers)
-Damaged and/or leaking air suspension systems
-Loose/Cracked/Broken/Missing frame members
What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have?
1.Fire Extinguisher(s)
2.Electrical Fuses (unless equipped with circuit breakers)
3.Warning Devices for Parked Vehicles (for example, three reflective warning triangles)
What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? For other tires?
4/32” for front tires, 2/32” on other tires
Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection.
-Condition of Front Axle
-Condition of Steering System
-Condition of Windshield Lights and Reflectors
What should wheel-bearing seals be checked for?
Leaks
How many red reflective triangles should you carry?
3
How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?
Pump 3 pedal 3 times, Hold 5 seconds. Pedal shouldn't move
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