CDL PRE-TRIP INSPECTION WORKSHEET

VALLEY CENTER WATER DISTRICT

IN-CAB CHECKLIST(engine start) AIR BRAKE TEST
1.) mirrors/windshield
2.) wiper/washers
3.) turn indicators
4.) steering play(2° or 2.)
5.) horn
6.) gauges(name all)
7.) pedals(clutch/brake)
8.) heater/defroster
9.) gearshift
10.) seat belt/emerg. triangles
EXPLAIN IN DETAIL FOR EACH
ITEM NAMED WHAT YOU ARE
CHECKING FOR.
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TRUCK/TRACTOR
Front of Vehicle Under Vehicle
Lights/turn signals Drive shaft
Steering box/hoses Exhaust system
Steering linkage Frame
Front Suspension Rear Suspension
Springs Springs/air/torque
Spring mount Spring mounts
Frame Shock absorbers
Shock absorbers
Rear Brakes
Front brake Slack adjuster
Slack adjustor Brake chamber
Brake chamber Brake hoses/lines
Brake hoses/lines Brake drum/linings
Brake drum/linings
Rear Wheels
Front Wheel Rims
Rim Tires(I-C-D)
Hub oil seal Axle seals
Lug nuts Lug nuts
Tires(I-C-D) Spacers
Driver/Fuel Area Rear of vehicle
Door, mirror Lights/reflectors
Fuel tank/leaks Doors/ties/lift
Battery box Splash guards
1.) applied psi test(3 psi in 1 min)
combination(4 psi in 1 min)
2.) governor cut out(120 psi)
3.) governor cut in(around 95 psi)
4.) low air warning device
5.) parking brake test
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1.) oil level/coolant level
2.) power steering fluid/(belt)
3.) water pump(belt)
4.) alternator(belt)
5.) air compressor (belt)
6.) checking all hoses and for leaks
on all of the above!
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TRAILER
Coupling system Brakes
Air/electric lines Slack Adjustor
Mounting bolts Brake Chamber
Safety latch/pintle Brake hoses/lines
Brake drum/linings
Trailer front
Air/electric connect Wheels
Lights/reflectors Rims
Frame Tires(I.C.D.)
Axle seals
Side of trailer Lug nuts
Landing gear Spacers
Frame
Lights/reflectors Rear of Trailer
Load fasteners Lights/reflectors
Ramps/ties
Suspension Splash guards
Springs
Spring mounts
Shocks(if any)
ITEMS THAT ARE BEING CHECKED
APPLY TO BOTH SIDES OF VEHICLE
AND TRAILER! DURING THE TEST
YOU ARE ONLY REQUIRED TO NAME
ITEMS ON ONE SIDE ONLY!
CDL PRE-TRIP INSPECTION WORKSHEET
DETAILED CHECKLIST FOR IN-CAB AND AIR BRAKES
IN-CAB CHECKLIST(ENGINE START)
1.) Mirrors/windshield Check mirrors for fastening, proper alignment, and cleanl
iness.
(no cracks or missing pieces) Windshield must be clean and free from cracks.
2.) Wiper/washers - Check wiper blade condition and operation, and that washers
squirt
properly.(turn wipers on and apply washers)
3.) Turn indicators Check all indicators/lenses for proper operation, and that h
azards are
functional. Check indicator lever and indicator lights in dash.
4.) Steering play Check that steering play does not exceed 10° or 2. in a 20. whee
l, also
check for worn steering column bearings.
5.) Horn Check that horn(s) work properly.(physically honk the horn)
6.) Gauges Check that all gauges are visible and in proper working condition. Na
me each
gauge individually(temp., oil p.s.i., volt meter, fuel)
7.) Pedals Check clutch pedal for excessive free play, and ease, check that all
pedals are
not worn past the rubber covering.
8.) Heater/defroster Check the condition of heater and blower controls and that
both heater
and defroster are working.(physically turn on to check)
9.) Gearshift Check for excessive wear and ease of operation.
10.) Seat belt/emerg. equip. Check that seat belt is secure and latches properly
. Make sure
that there are (3) emerg. triangles, a fire extinguisher, and spare fuses are av
ailable.
AIR BRAKE TEST PROCEDURES (rear wheels must be blocked)
1.) Applied psi test This test is to determine the air leakage rate. Begin by st
arting the
engine to charge the air system fully, when full psi is reached turn engine off
and release
all brakes, after the initial psi drop, apply pressure to brake and time for one
minute, psi
cannot drop more than 3 psi in 1 min. for a single vehicle or 4 psi in 1 min. fo
r a
combination vehicle.
2.) Governor cut out This test is to determine at what psi the governor cuts out
. Re-start the
engine and let it idle, (you may raise rpm for faster charge) watch air psi gaug
e during
this time, when gauge stops(approx. 120 psi) the governor will cut off. Be sure
to state at
what pressure this occurred.
3.) Governor cut in This test is to determine at what psi the governor cuts in.
With engine
running at an idle slowly pump the brake,(waiting 3 sec. between pumps) watch ai
r psi
gauge during this time to see when the governor will cut in,(approx. 95psi) when
the
gauge starts moving upward, be sure to state the pressure that this occurred.
4.) Low air warning device This test is to check warning buzzer.(cannot be less
than 60psi)
Begin by turning the engine off, once engine has stopped turn the ignition back
to the on
position. Bleed the air out of the system by slowly pumping the brakes, watching
the air
psi gauge during this time, when the alarm sounds state the pressure that this o
ccurred.
5.) Parking brake test This test is to make sure the parking brake will lock the
wheels.
Begin this test by setting the parking brake, then remove wheel blocks, once bac
k in the
vehicle, fasten safety belt. Start the engine and charge the air system back to
full psi.
Shift vehicle into low gear, then release the parking brake. Roll forward slowly
(approx.
2mph), depress clutch and apply parking brake. Another method is to let the clut
ch out
against the parking brake being set. THIS COMPLETES THE AIR BRAKE TEST.
CDL PRE-TRIP INSPECTION WORKSHEET
DETAILED CHECKLIST FOR IN-CAB AND AIR BRAKES
FRONT OF VEHICLE
1.)
2.)
3.)
1.)
2.)
3.)
4.)
1.)
2.)
3.)
Lights/turn signals Check headlights for proper operation, cracks and condensati
on.
Make sure turn signals function properly, and are not cracked or broken.
Steering box/hoses Check steering box for proper mounting(not loose) and leaks a
round
the seals. Make sure hoses are in good condition (not cracked) and have no leaks
.
Steering Linkage Check that steering linkage is not worn cracked or loose.
FRONT SUSPENSION
1.) Springs Check that front springs are not worn, cracked, or broken and that n
o leafs are
missing from leaf spring stack. (no more than ¼ can be broken or missing)
2.) Spring mount Check that spring mount is secure to frame and has no cracks or
wear.
3.) Frame Check the frame in all locations for cracks or fatigue.
4.) Shock Absorbers Make sure shocks are not loose or hanging, and are not worn
out.
FRONT BRAKE
1.) Slack adjustor Adjustment should be 90° when brakes are released, and between
80°
and 105° when applied. The rod should not move more than with brakes released.
2.) Brake chamber Check for proper mounting and that chamber is not dented or le
aking.
3.) Brake hoses/lines Check all brake hoses/lines leading from compressor to air
tanks and
brake chamber for cracks and leaks. (basic condition)
4.) Brake drum/linings Check for cracks or holes and that the lining is not worn
to thin.
FRONT WHEEL
Rim Check condition of rim for cracks and bends, rim cannot have any welds on it
.
Hub oil seal Make sure that oil seal has no cracks or leaks in it. Check fluid l
evel.
Lug nuts Check lug nuts for rust(indicating loose),and that none are missing or
cracked.
Tires Check the inflation, condition, and depth (I.C.D.) of the front tire. You
must state
the letters I.C.D. when checking the tire condition. Make sure of proper inflati
on, check
the sidewall condition (inner and outer) for cuts and cracking, make sure that t
he tread
depth is a minimum of 4/32.
DRIVER/FUEL AREA
1.) Door, mirror Make sure that the driver door is hinged properly and latches s
ecurely,
check the mirror fastening and condition of glass.
2.) Fuel tank/leaks Make sure that tank is mounted properly and has no leaks.
3.) Battery box Check for proper mounting and that battery is secure in the box.
UNDER VEHICLE
Drive shaft Make sure drive shaft is not bent or cracked, and U joints are not w
orn.
Exhaust system Check for proper mounting and for holes or leaks in muffler and p
ipe.
Frame Check frame along the whole vehicle for cracks or broken welds.
REAR SUSPENSION
1.) Follow the same procedures as named in front suspension check.
REAR BRAKES
1.) Follow the same procedures as named in front brake check.
REAR WHEELS
1.) Rims Same as front rim.
2.) Tires Same as front with the exception of the tread depth being only 2/32.
3.) Axle seals Same as front seals.
4.) Lug nuts Same as front wheel.
5.) Spacers Check for spacers, (not equipped on our trucks) and for no debris be
tween the
rear tires. Dual wheels should be evenly separated.
CDL PRE-TRIP INSPECTION WORKSHEET
DETAILED CHECKLIST FOR IN-CAB AND AIR BRAKES
REAR OF VEHICLE
1.) Lights/reflectors Check all marker lights, tail lights and back up lights fo
r
proper operation, cracks or missing lenses. Make sure all reflectors are in plac
e
and proper color.
2.) Doors/ties/lift Check tail gate for proper fastening and locking.
3.) Splash guards Make sure mud flaps are mounted properly, not touching the
tires, and are not dragging on the ground.
COUPLING SYSTEM
1.) Air/electric lines Check air lines for leaks, cracks and that they are not c
oupled
together. Make sure electric lines are not frayed and are not tangled.
2.) Mounting bolts Check pintle hitch and hook for loose, broken, or missing bol
ts.
3.) Safety latch/pintle Make sure safety latch on pintle hitch locks securely, a
nd that
safety chains are not worn or dragging on the ground.
TRAILER FRONT
1.) Air/electric connect Check that glad hands are connected properly and are no
t
leaking. Make sure electric plug is connected firmly in place.
2.) Lights/reflectors Make sure that all lights are working and lenses are not b
roken.
Check reflectors for proper color and that they are not broken or missing.
3.) Frame Check tongue area for cracks and broken welds.
SIDE OF TRAILER
1.) Landing gear Make sure landing gear is fully retracted and secure.
2.) Frame Continue to check the frame for cracks or broken welds.
3.) Lights/reflectors Continue to check lights and reflectors as done on front.
4.) Load fasteners Check load fasteners for wear and cracked welds.
SUSPENSION
1.) Springs Check springs for cracks broken or missing leafs.
2.) Spring mounts Make sure mounts are secure and have no cracks or broken welds
.
3.) Shocks Check that shocks are mounted properly and are not worn out.
BRAKES
5.) Slack adjustor Adjustment should be 90° when brakes are released, and between
80°
and 105° when applied. The rod should not move more than with brakes released.
6.) Brake chamber Check for proper mounting and that chamber is not dented or le
aking.
7.) Brake hoses/lines Check all brake hoses/lines leading from compressor to air
tanks and
brake chamber for cracks and leaks. (basic condition)
8.) Brake drum/linings Check for cracks or holes and that the lining is not worn
to thin.
WHEELS
1.) Rim Check the condition of the rim for cracks and bends, the rim cannot have
any
welds or repairs on them.
2.) Tires Check the (I.C.D.) of the tires as done on the rear of the truck. (2/3
2 tread)
3.) Axle seals Make sure that oil seal has no cracks or leaks in it. Check fluid
level.
4.) Lug nuts Check lug nuts for rust (indicating loose), and that none are missi
ng or cracked.
5.) Spacers Check spacers (if equipped) and for no debris between the tires. Dua
l wheels
should be evenly separated.
REAR OF TRAILER
4.) 1.) Lights/reflectors Check all marker lights, and tail lights for proper op
eration,
cracks or missing lenses. Make sure all reflectors are in place and proper color
.
5.) Ramps/ties Check ramps for proper fastening and locking.
6.) Splash guards Make sure mud flaps are mounted properly, not touching the
tires, and are not dragging on the ground.