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“Phrases in green are suggestions to say to your examiner”

In Cab
Tractor
Trailer
1. Block the Wheels

– Emergency Equipment
1) First Aid 2) Fire Extinguisher 3) Flares

2. Drain Wet Tank

– Drain Wet Tank or explain A.D.I.S
(Air Dryer Integrated System)

3. Raise the Hood

(Side 1)

(Side 1)

4. Engine

– Washer Fluid / Clamps / Hoses / Block – no leaks on or under vehicle
– Belts / Power Steering / Compressor (Governor) / Main Air Line
– Engine Oil (if this side)

5. Steering / Frame
& Suspension

– Check all the Steering Components – minimal play
– Frame / Suspension & Steering Axle

6. Brake & Wheel Axle
(steering axle – axle #1)

– Air Line / Brake Chamber / Brake Push Rod Travel (1/2 to 3/4 inch)
– Wheel Seals / Rim / Sidewalls / Tread / Inflation / Lug Nuts

(Side 2)

(Side 2)

7. Engine

– Coolant Level / Hoses & Clamps / Exhaust / Belt(s)
– The Block – no fluid leaks on or under vehicle
– Engine Oil (if this side)

8. Steering / Frame
& Suspension

– Check the Tie Rod for play
– Frame / Suspension & Steering Axle

9. Brake & Wheel Axle (steering axle – axle #1)

– Air Line / Brake Chamber / Brake Push Rod Travel (1/2 to 3/4 inch)
– Wheel Seals / Rim / Sidewalls / Tread / Inflation / Lug Nuts

10.Close & Secure Hood

– Close Wet Tank (if applicable)

11. Ignition On

– Check Warning Lights
– No A.D.I.S. – confirm the one way Check Valves are working
(the air pressure is still up)
– Start Engine – in Neutral, with Clutch 1/2 way down
– Oil pressure / Charging System / Fuel

12. Interior Items scan

S pattern scan or (We Should Do Homework)
– (W) – Windshield/ Wipers & Washer/ Windows/ Mirrors
– (S) – Seat / Seat Belts / Steering Wheel
– (D) – Dash Lights / Defroster / Documents –
(R.I.P.) Registration / Insurance / Pre-Trip
– (H) – Horns / Hazard Lights / High Beam Indicator

13.In Cab Air System

air graph gr

– Governor check:
Governor unloads the Compressor
(needles stop climbing, steady pressure (105-135 psi)
– Release Spring Brakes – (push Tractor & Trailer Buttons IN)
– Fan Brakes down ~20 psi (no lower than 80 psi)
– Governor check:
Governor reloads the Compressor (air pressure starts climbing)
– Low air warning: fan brakes until Warning Devices come on

(Confirm on at 60 psi or above)
– Fan Brakes further until Trailer Spring Brakes Dynamite (45-20 psi)
(The Trailer Button must pop out and the Tractor Button may also)

14.Trailer Break Away

– Shut Off the Truck
– Check that the Spring Brakes have Dynamited On Trailer
(slack adjuster at approximately 90 degrees to the push rod)
– Remove the Glad Hands – Check for Air Leaks
– Foot Brake Application – Listen for Air Leaks
(Tractor Protection Valve)
– Glad Hand Seals / Connect Airlines / Electrical Cord

15. Start Truck

air graph second

– Set RPM between 1,000 to 1,200 RPM
– Time: air building from 50 to 90 psi (Confirm less than 3 min.)
– Release Spring Brakes – (push Tractor & Trailer Buttons IN)
– build air until the Governor unloads the Compressor (105-135 psi)

16. Leak Test

– Shut off Truck
– If electric gauges – Ignition may need to be in the ON position
– Make a full brake application for 1 minute (time after the gauges settle)
– Confirm Air Loss is no more than 4 psi in 1 minute

17. Left Signal

– Turn on the Left Signal (ignition ON if required)
– Turn on the High Beam

(Down Side 1)

(Down Side 1)

18. Front

– Check the Headlights – High Beams / Low Beams
– Clearance & Marker Lights / Licence Plate – valid
– No leaks under the vehicle / Signal Lights – front and side

19. Side 1 – Body

– Mirrors / Lights / Batteries & Cables
– Steps, Handrail / Door / All Compartment Doors
– Fuel Tank, Cap & Straps / Exhaust Pipe & Muffler (if this side)

20. Drive Train
& Suspension

– Air Lines to and from the air tanks / Front Drive Shaft / Differential
– Air Bags

21. Brakes

(tractor axle – # 2)

– Airlines / Brake Chambers / Brake Push Rod Travel (1/2 to 3/4 inch)

22. Drive Train
& Suspension

– Short Drive Shaft / Rear Differential
– Air Bags

23. Brakes

(tractor axle – # 3)

– Airlines / Brake Chambers / Brake Push Rod Travel (1/2 to 3/4 inch)

24. Rear of Tractor

– Locking Jaws on Fifth Wheel – closed
– Left Signal / Tail Lights / Licence Plate & Light
– Landing Gear / All Trailer Cross Members

25. Frame
& Suspension

– Supply & Control Air Lines / Electrical Cord
– Fifth Wheel / Frame
– Air Bags / Suspension

26. Wheels Duals

(tractor axle #2 & #3)

– Wheel Seals / Rims / Sidewalls / Tread / Inflation / Lug Nuts
– Nothing between Duals / Mud Flap

27. Side of Trailer

– Front Clearance Lights / Trailer Damage / Reflective Tape
– Marker and signal lights on the side
– If Flat Deck – Load & Tie Downs

28. Brakes
& Suspension

(trailer axle # 4 )

– Slider Airlines not hanging too low / Air Bags / Axle
– Airlines / Brake Chambers / Brake Push Rod Travel (1/2 to 3/4 inch)

29. Brakes
& Suspension

(trailer axle # 5 )

– Air Tanks & lines / Air Bags / Axle
– Airlines / Brake Chambers / Brake Push Rod Travel (1/2 to 3/4 inch)

30. Slider Assembly
& Frame

– Slider Rail & Pins / Frame

31. Wheels Duals

(trailer axle # 4 & # 5)

– Wheel Seals / Rims / Sidewalls / Tread / Inflation / Lug Nuts
– Nothing between the Duals / Mud Flap

32. Rear of Trailer

– Load Security – open rear door, check load, close doors
– Rear Clearance, Signal & Tail Lights
– Reflective Tape
– License Plate – Valid & Secure / License Plate Light
– Ask Examiner to confirm that the Brake Lights are working

33. Cab

1) Left signal OFF
2) Make a light Brake Application
3) Right signal ON
4) Apply Spring Brakes – ( pull Tractor & Trailer buttons OUT)

34. Rear of Trailer

– Right Signal / Tail Lights

(Up Side 2)

(Up Side 2)

35. Slider Assembly
& Frame

– Slider Rail & Pins / Frame

36. Wheels & Duals

(trailer axle # 4 & # 5)

– Wheel Seals / Rims / Sidewalls / Tread / Inflation / Lug Nuts
– Nothing between the Duals / – Mud Flap

37. Side of Trailer

– Rear side Clearance lights / Trailer Damage / Reflective Tape
– Marker & Signal Lights on the side
– Right Rear Tractor Signal Light
– Front Clearance lights
– Vehicle Inspection Decal – Valid

38. Frame & Suspension

– Fifth Wheel / Frame
– Air Bags / Suspension

39. Wheels & Duals

(tractor axle # 2 & # 3)

– Wheel Seals / Rims / Sidewalls / Tread / Inflation / Lug Nuts
– Nothing between the Duals / – Mud Flap

40. Tractor Body

– Exhaust Pipe & Muffler (if on this side) / Compartment Doors
– Fuel Tank, Cap & Straps
– Steps / Handrail / Door
– Vehicle Inspection Decal – Valid
– Mirrors / Signal & Marker Lights

41. Blocks

– Make sure the Spring Brakes are applied
– Remove theBlocks

42. Start Engine

– IN Neutral with the Clutch 1/2 way down

43. Spring Brake Tug Tests

– Tractor Spring Brakes
(Trailer Button IN / Tractor OUT)

44. Spring Brake Tug Tests

– Trailer Spring Brakes
(Trailer Button OUT Tractor IN)
Kingpin & Fifth Wheel

45. Response Test

– Trailer Service Brakes
(Trailer & Tractor buttons IN)
– Apply Hand Valve

46. Response Test

– Tractor Service Brakes
(Trailer & Tractor buttons IN)
– Roll forward – Apply Foot Valve

47. Inspection Report

– Fill Out Trip Inspection Report


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