WorksheetsCDL A Pre Trip
Total questions: 87
Worksheet time: 46mins
Front of Truck: Check for leaks under the truck, not leaning, sagging, or tilted, clearance lights are Amber in color and on each side of the roof. Point to headlights, high and low beams clear in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken. Point to signal lights, 4-way flashers, and running lights, Amber in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken.
Back of Truck: Check for leaks under the truck, not leaning sagging, or tilted, clearance lights are Amber in color and on each side of the roof. Point to headlights, clear in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken. Point to signal lights, Amber in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken.
Front of Truck: Clearance lights are Amber in color and on each side of the roof. Point to headlights, clear in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken. Point to signal lights, Amber in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken.
Front of Truck: Check for leaks under the truck, not leaning sagging, or tilted, clearance lights are amber in color and on each side of the roof. Point to headlights, clear in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken. Point to signal lights, clear in color, properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked bent or broken.
Side/Signal Light: Properly Mounted. Not cracked or broken. Amber in color.
Headlight: Properly Mounted. Not cracked or broken. Amber in color.
Clearance Light: Properly Mounted. Not cracked or broken. Amber in color.
Brake Light: Properly Mounted. Not cracked or broken. Amber in color.
Right Side of Engine
General Hoses and Wires
General Appearance: Hoses/Clamps properly mounted at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts, and not leaking. All clamps in place. No burnt or bare wires visible.
General Appearance: No abrasions, bulges, or cuts, and not leaking. All clamps in place. No burnt or bare wires visible.
General Appearance: Hoses/Clamps properly mounted at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts, and not leaking. All clamps in place.
General Appearance: Hoses/Clamps properly mounted at both ends. All clamps in place. No burnt or bare wires visible.
Engine Compartment
Alternator: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. All wires connected. Serpentine belt properly seated in pulley, not frayed or damaged. No more than 1/2 to 3/4 inch of play.
Transmission: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. All wires connected. Serpentine belt properly seated in pulley, not frayed or damaged.
Belt Driven Alternator: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. All wires connected. Serpentine belt properly seated in pulley, not frayed or damaged.
Belt Driven Alternator: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. All wires connected. Serpentine belt properly seated in pulley, not frayed or damaged. No more than 1/2 to 3/4 inch of play.
Under the Truck
Air Line: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, joints look good, no carbon or black soot visible. No signs of leaks.
Exhaust System: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, joints look good, no carbon or black soot visible. No signs of leaks.
Radiator: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, joints look good, no carbon or black soot visible. No signs of leaks.
Drive shaft: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, joints look good, no carbon or black soot visible. No signs of leaks.
Left Side of Engine
General Hoses and Wires
General Appearance: hoses/clamps properly mounted at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts, and not leaking. All clamps in place. No burnt or bare wires visible.
General Appearance: No abrasions, bulges, or cuts, and not leaking. All clamps in place. No burnt or bare wires visible.
General Appearance: hoses/clamps properly mounted at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts, and not leaking. All clamps in place.
General Appearance: hoses/clamps properly mounted at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. All clamps in place. No burnt or bare wires visible.
Left Side of Engine
Washer Fluid Reservoir: Behind the Washer Fluid Pump. Properly mounted and no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Radiator: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. no leaks.
Coolant Reservoir: Behind the Radiator. Properly mounted and no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Washer Fluid Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. no leaks.
Can be on either side of the engine
Coolant Reservoir: Properly Mounted. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking. Filled to manufacturer specifications.
Washer Fluid Reservoir: Properly Mounted. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking. Filled to manufacturer specifications.
Steering Column Fluid Reservoir: Properly Mounted. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking. Filled to manufacturer specifications.
Oil Reservoir: Properly Mounted. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking. Filled to manufacturer specifications.
Left Side of the Engine
Pepsi Dip Stick: The Pepsi level should be filled to manufacturer specifications.
Oil Dip Stick: The oil level should be filled to the manufacturer specifications.
Diesel Dip Stick: The Diesel level should be filled to the manufacturer specifications.
Lean Dip Stick: The Lean level should be filled to the manufacturer specifications.
Left Side of the Engine
Belt Driven Water Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. The belt is not cracked or frayed, and the free play on the belt is between 1/3 and 2/4 of an inch.
Water Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. The belt is not cracked or frayed, and the free play on the belt is between 1/2 and 3/4 of an inch.
Belt Driven Water Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. The belt is not cracked or frayed, and the free play on the belt is between 1/2 and 3/4 of an inch.
Water Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Left Side of Engine
Washer Fluid Reservoir: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps and hoses present. Not cracked, bent or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps and hoses present. Not cracked, bent or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps and hoses present. Not cracked, bent or broken. Filled to manufacturer specifications.
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Left Side of Engine
Steering Column: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No more than 25% play in the column.
Steering Column: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No more than 10% play in the column.
Steering Column: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No more than 20% play in the column.
Steering Column: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No more than 5% play in the column.
Left Side of Engine. behind frame, point out that it exists.
Air Compressor: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps in place. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking, all hoses connected.
Gear Driven Air Compressor: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps in place. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking, all hoses connected.
Gear Driven Air Compressor: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps in place. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. Castle nut in place, not rusted, not loose.
Air Compressor: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. All clamps in place. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. Castle nut in place, not rusted, not loose.
Left Side of Engine. behind frame, point out that it exists.
Belt Driven Power Steering Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No more than 1/2 to 3/4 inch of play.
Gear Driven Power Steering Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Belt Driven Power Steering Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. No more than 1/3 to 2/4 inch of play.
Gear Driven Power Steering Pump: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Left Side of Engine
Pittman Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No signs of leaks.
Gear Box: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No signs of leaks.
Steering Gear Box: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No signs of leaks.
Shock Absorber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No signs of leaks.
Left Side of Engine
Spring Hanger: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Castle nut and cotter pin in place.
Pittman Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Castle nut and cotter pin in place.
Drag Link: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Castle nut and cotter pin in place.
Tie Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Left Side of Engine
Spring Hanger: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Tie Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Drag Link: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Pittman Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Left Side of Engine
Tie Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Drag Link: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Pittman Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Spring Hanger: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Left Side of Engine
Tie Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Drag Link: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Pittman Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Front and Rear Spring Hangers/Mounts: Properly mounted on both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Left Side of Engine
Spring Hanger: Properly mounted on both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Leaf Springs: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None are shifted.
Tie Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Drag Link: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Check castle nuts and cotter pins.
Left side of engine. Can be on both sides.
Leaf Springs: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None are missing
Spring Hanger: Properly mounted on both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None are missing.
U-Bolts: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None are missing.
Slack Adjuster: Properly mounted on both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None are missing.
Left Side of Engine. Can be on both ides.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted and no bolts missing.
Slack Absorber: Properly mounted, and secure at both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Shock Absorber: Properly mounted, and secure at both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Brake lining: Properly mounted, and secure at both ends, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Left Side of Engine. Can be on both sides.
Brake Hose and ABS Line: Properly mounted on both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air. All clamps in place.
Washer Fluid Hose: Properly mounted on both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking washer fluid.
Brake Fluid Hose and ABS Line:: Properly mounted on both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Oil Hose: Properly mounted on both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Left Side of Engine. Can be on both sides.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted with no bolts missing.
Air Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted with no bolts missing.
Slack adjuster: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted with no bolts missing.
Push Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted with no bolts missing.
Under the engine. Select two items
Slack Adjuster: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Should be at a 90 degree angle when brakes are set.
Hydraulic Adjuster: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Slack Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. With the brake released and pulled by hand, the push rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Push Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. With the brake released and pulled by hand, the push rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Inside of the wheel(s).
Brake Drum: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves. No grease or oil.
Brake Lining: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris. Friction material is not worn dangerously thin.
Brake Shoes: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Disc Brake: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris.
Inside of the Wheel(s).
Brake Lining/Shoes: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris. Friction material is not worn dangerously thin.
Brake Drum: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Brake Chamber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted and no bolts missing.
Disc Brake: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris.
Disc brake of a truck.
Rotor: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Pads: Not worn less than 1/4 of an inch.
ABS Wire: Properly mounted with no frayed wires.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted on both ends. Not leaking.
Brake Chamber: properly mounted with a ring. No bolts missing.
Steer Tire (Back): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Tread depth is no more than 4/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications. Make sure the tire is properly seated to the rim on both sides
Drive Tire (Front): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Tread depth is no more than 4/32 of an inch and even wear all the way across. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications. Make sure the tire is properly seated to the rim on both sides
Turning Tire (back): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Tread depth is no more than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications. Make sure the tire is properly seated to the rim on both sides
Steer Tire (Front): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Tread depth is no more than 4/32 of an inch and even wear all the way across. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications. Make sure the tire is properly seated to the rim on both sides
Rim: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Rim: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds.
Hub Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds. Not leaking.
Axle Hub: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds. Not leaking. No rust.
Walnuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes. Edible, good with salt.
Hex Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Castle Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes. No shiny threads.
Lug Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes. No shiny threads.
Castle Nut: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. No cracks around the bolt holes.
Hub Seal: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. After this, check the Valve Stem and see that the tire is filled to manufacturer's specifications
Axle Hub: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Axle Seal: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. No rust trails or powder residue. After this, check the Valve Stem and see that the tire is filled to manufacturer's specifications
Driver's Door
Mirrors: Good for looking at yourself and applying makeup while driving.
Mirrors: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clean.
Mirrors: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Mirrors: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clean. Free of debris.
Door and Mirror: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Opens and closes latches properly. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clean. Free of debris.
Door and Hinges: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Hinges not worn, hold the weight of the door, no play. Opens and closes latches properly. Seals and weatherstrips not worn, torn, or dry-rotted.
Door and Window: Properly mounted, Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Opens and closes latches properly. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clean. Free of debris.
Logo and Hinges: No dry, flaky paint. Logo is distinguishable. Hinges not worn. Opens and closes latches properly. Seals and weatherstrips not worn, torn, or dry-rotted.
Cat: Meow
Catwalk: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clear of any loose objects. Will hold your weight.
Steps: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clear of any loose objects. Will hold your weight.
Catwalk and Steps: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Clear of any loose objects. Will hold your weight.
Fuel Tank (Left Arrow): Brackets are properly mounted, no bolts missing. Rubber grommets present, no signs of shifting. (look underneath) No leaks, fuel cap tight.
Fuel Tank (Right Arrow): Brackets are properly mounted, no bolts missing. All Straps and Rubber grommets present, no signs of shifting. (look underneath) No leaks, fuel cap tight.
DEF Tank (Right Arrow): Brackets are properly mounted, no bolts missing. All Straps and Rubber grommets present, no signs of shifting. (look underneath) No leaks, fuel cap tight.
DEF Tank (Left Arrow): Brackets are properly mounted, no bolts missing. All Straps and Rubber grommets present, no signs of shifting. (look underneath) No leaks, fuel cap tight.
Front of Cab: No visible damage. No bolts or rivets missing. Work lights are clear, not cracked or broken. No bolts or rivets missing. DOT tape visible.
Back of Cab: No visible damage. No bolts or rivets missing. Work lights are clear, not cracked or broken. No bolts or rivets missing.
Back of Trailer: No visible damage. No bolts or rivets missing. Work lights are clear, not cracked or broken. DOT tape visible.
Back of Cab: No visible damage. No bolts or rivets missing. Work lights are clear, not cracked or broken. No bolts or rivets missing. DOT tape visible.
Red Emergency Air Line (Bottom Arrow): Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air. Not sitting on the catwalk.
Red Emergency Air Line (Top Arrow): Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air. Not sitting on the catwalk.
Blue Service Line (Top Arrow): Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air. Not sitting on the catwalk.
Blue Service Line (Bottom Arrow): Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air. Not sitting on the catwalk.
Electric Line: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. In locked position. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. No exposed wires.
Emergency Air Line: Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Service Air Line: Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Fuel Line: Properly mounted, no bolts missing and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking Fuel.
Glad Hands: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Seals are in good condition, no signs of dry rotting. Not leaking air.
Locking Hands: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Seals are in good condition, no signs of dry rotting. Not leaking air.
Cotter Pins: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Seals are in good condition, no signs of dry rotting. Not leaking air.
Glad Hands: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Seals are in good condition, no signs of dry rotting.
Frame (Bottom Left Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal holes or welds. No missing cross member.
Frame (Top Right Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal holes or welds. No missing cross member.
Cross Member (Top Right Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal holes or welds. No missing cross member.
Cross Member (Bottom Left Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal holes or welds. No missing cross member.
Drive Rod: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not Twisted, and the U-joints are properly greased and free of debris.
Drive Shaft: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not Twisted, and the U-joints are properly greased.
Drive Shaft: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not Twisted, and the U-joints are properly greased and free of debris.
Drive Arm: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Free of debris.
Torque Bar: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Torque Hand: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Torque Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Torque Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Spring Mount: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Spring Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Torque Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Cross Member: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Spring Arm: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Spring Mount: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Leaf Springs: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Spring Hanger: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
U-Bolts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None missing.
Cross Member: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. None missing.
Drag Link: Properly mounted, secure on both ends. No bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Shock Absorber: Properly mounted, secure on both ends. No bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Shock Absorber: Properly mounted, secure on both ends. No bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Spring Mount: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Shock Diffuser: Properly mounted, secure on both ends. No bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Spring Arm: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Air Hose: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Air Container: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking.
Air Bag: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Air Hose: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Brake Drum: Properly mounted, no bolts missing, and secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts.
Air Bag: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts.
Shock Absorber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No leaks.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp is properly mounted.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp is properly mounted.
Slack Adjuster and Push Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. With the brakes released and pulled by hand, the push rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Slack Adjuster: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Push Rod: Not cracked, bent, or broken. With the brakes released and pulled by hand, the push rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Inside of the wheel(s).
Brake Drum: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves. No Grease or Oil.
Brake Lining: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris. Friction material is not worn dangerously thin.
Brake Shoes: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Disc Brake: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris.
Inside of the Wheel(s).
Brake Lining/Shoes: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris. Friction material is not worn dangerously thin, need a ¼ inch.
Brake Drum: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Brake Chamber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted and no bolts missing.
Disc Brake: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris.
Rim: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds.
Rim: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Axle Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds.
Hub Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds.
Walnuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes. Edible, good with salt.
Hex Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Castle Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No shiny threads. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Steer Tire (back): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no more than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications, check with air gauge.
Drive Tire (back): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no more than 2/32 of an inch and even wear all the way across. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications, check with air gauge.
Turning Tire (back): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Tread depth is no more than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications. Make sure the tire is properly seated to the rim on both sides
Steer Tire (Front): No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Tread depth is no more than 4/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturers specifications. Make sure the tire is properly seated to the rim on both sides
Castle Nut: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. No cracks around the bolt holes.
Hub Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications
Axle Hub: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Axle Seal: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. After this, check the Valve Stem and see that the tire is filled to manufacturer's specifications.
Mud Flap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible.
Dirt flap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible.
Clap Trap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible. Servos not fried. Personality chip set to very annoying.
Mud Trap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible.
Clearance (Right Arrow): There is proper space between the tractor mud flap and the trailer landing gear, so they don't hit each other when making a turn.
Clearance (Right Arrow): There is proper space between the axle seal and the trailer landing gear, so they don't hit each other when making a turn.
Axle Seal on Drive Tire (Left Arrow): Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Axle Seal on Steer Tire (Left Arrow): Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Apron: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds.
Skid Plate: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Properly lubed.
Platform: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Trailer Header Board: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No holes or missing rivets. Check clearance lights, amber, not cracked or broken.
Apron: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Skid Plate: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Properly lubed.
Platform: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Trailer Header Board: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No holes or missing rivets. Check clearance lights, amber, not cracked or broken.
Gap: Check to make sure there is no space (gap) between the apron and the skid plate.
Gap: Check to make sure there is an inch of space (gap) between the apron and the skid plate.
Gap: Check to make sure there is a half-inch of space (gap) between the apron and the skid plate.
Gap: Check to make sure there is a quarter-inch of space (gap) between the apron and the skid plate.
Apron: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Skid Plate: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Properly lubed.
Platform: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Trailer Header Board: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No holes or missing rivets. Check clearance lights, amber, not cracked or broken.
Release Arm: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. It is in the fully locked position.
Sliding Fifth Wheel and Locking Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is in the fully locked position.
King Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Locking Jaws: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Fully locked around the king pin.
Release Arm: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. It is in the fully locked position.
Sliding Fifth Wheel and Locking Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is in the fully locked position.
King Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Locking Jaws: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Fully locked around the king pin.
Castle Nuts: Properly mounted. None are missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Mounting Bolts: Properly mounted. None are missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Mounting Screws: Properly mounted. None are missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Mounting Nuts: Properly mounted. None are missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Release Arm: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. It is in the fully locked position.
Sliding Fifth Wheel and Locking Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is in the fully locked position.
King Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Locking Jaws: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Fully locked around the king pin.
Release Arm: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. It is in the fully locked position.
Sliding Fifth Wheel and Locking Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is in the fully locked position.
King Pin: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Locking Jaws: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Fully locked around the king pin.
Apron: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Skid Plate: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Properly lubed.
Platform: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Trailer Header Board: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No holes or missing rivets. Check clearance lights, amber, not cracked or broken.
All are correct
DOT Tape
Combination Light: Amber in color. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
ABS Light: Amber in color. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Frame (Top Right Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No missing cross members.
Frame (Bottom Left Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No missing cross member.
Cross Member (Top Right Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No missing cross member.
Cross Member (Bottom Left Arrow): Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No missing cross members.
Push Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is fully raised and the cradle handle is secure.
Landing Gear: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is fully raised and the cradle handle is secure.
Parking Gear: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is fully raised and the cradle handle is secure.
Standing Gear: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Is fully raised and the cradle handle is secure.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. Clamp is properly mounted.
Air Bag: Properly mounted, no mounting bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. no abrasions, bulges, or cuts.
Shock Absorber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure on both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted. Secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted. Secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Shock Absorber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure on both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. Clamp is properly mounted.
Air Bag: Properly mounted, no mounting bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. no abrasions, bulges, or cuts.
Slack Adjuster: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Hydraulic Adjuster: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Slack Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. With the brake released and pulled by hand, the push rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Push Rod: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. With the brake released and pulled by hand, the push rod should not move more than 1 inch.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted. Secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Shock Absorber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure on both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. Clamp is properly mounted.
Air Bag: Properly mounted, no mounting bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. no abrasions, bulges, or cuts.
Brake Hose: Properly mounted. Secure at both ends. No abrasions, bulges, or cuts. Not leaking air.
Shock Absorber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Secure on both ends. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Brake Chamber: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. Clamp is properly mounted.
Air Bag: Properly mounted, no mounting bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking Air. no abrasions, bulges, or cuts.
Tandem Frame and Release: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Release handle and locking pins are in the fully locked position. No illegal welds.
Tandem Frame and Rotor: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Release rotor and locking pins are in the fully locked position.
Tandem Frame and Lock: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Release lock and locking pins are in the fully locked position. No illegal welds.
Tandem Frame and Release: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Release handle and locking pins are in the fully locked position.
Double Tires: No abrasions, bulges, or cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer specifications. Check air with air gauge.
Trailer Tire: No abrasions, bulges, or cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 2/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer specifications. Check air with air gauge.
Drive Tire: No abrasions, bulges, or cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 4/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer specifications. Check air with air gauge.
Steer Tire: No abrasions, bulges, or cuts to the tread or sidewalls. Tread depth is no less than 4/32 of an inch. Properly filled to manufacturer specifications. Check air with air gauge.
If your Truck and/or Trailer is equipped with double wheels you should call out that there is nothing stuck between them.
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Castle Nut: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking. No cracks around the bolt holes.
Hub Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Axle Hub: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking.
Axle Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking and filled to manufacturer specifications.
Rim: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken.
Rim: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds.
Hub Seal: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds. Not leaking.
Axle Hub: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No illegal welds. Not leaking. No rust.
Walnuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes. Edible, good with salt.
Hex Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Castle Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Lug Nuts: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No lug nuts missing. No rust trails or powder residue. no cracks around the bolt holes.
Inside of the wheel(s).
Brake Drum: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Brake Lining: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris. Friction material is not worn dangerously thin.
Brake Shoes: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Disc Brake: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris.
Inside of the Wheel(s).
Brake Lining/Shoes: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris. Friction material is not worn dangerously thin.
Brake Drum: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No deep grooves.
Brake Chamber: Properly Mounted, no bolts missing. Not cracked, bent, or broken. Not leaking air. Clamp ring is properly mounted and no bolts missing.
Disc Brake: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. No oil or debris.
Mud Flap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible.
Dirt flap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible.
Clap Trap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible. Servos not fried. Personality chip set to very annoying.
Mud Trap: Properly mounted. Not cracked, bent, or broken. DOT tape is visible.
All are correct
Rear of Trailer: Top identification and clearance lights.
Trailer Door: Properly mounted, no bolts missing.
Hinges or Cables: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. latch properly mounted in locked position
Rear of Trailer: Hinges or Cables: Properly mounted, no bolts missing. latch properly mounted in locked position.
DOT Tape visible on sides, top, and bottom of doors. DOT Bumper properly mounted, no bolts missing, not cracked, bent, or damaged.
Rear of Trailer: Lights: red in color, not cracked, bent, or broken. Brake lights, turn signals. 4 way flashers, running lights, and tail lights are properly mounted and no bolts missing. Mention ABS light if there is one.
