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When preparing to do a pre-trip inspection you must check to see that the parking brakes are on and/or chocked.
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A. True
Anytime you are going to get out of the truck, or near the truck in general, make sure the parking brake is on. |
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When getting in to start the engine and inspect inside the cab you must:
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A. Make sure the parking brake is on.
B. Put gearshift in neutral (or park if automatic). C. Start engine and listen for unusual noises. |
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Look at the guages - the oil pressure gauge should come up to normal within how long after starting the engine?
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B. Seconds
If oil pressure doesn't come up within maybe 10 seconds, something is wrong. shut the engine down immediately. |
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You should check the following for looseness, sticking, damage or improper settings:
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A. Steering wheel
B. Accelerator, brake and clutch pedals C. Transmission controls |
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After inspecting mirrors and windshilds for cracks, dirt, illegal stickers, or other obstructions to your vision, you should:
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Clean and adjust as necessary.
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When checking lights you should:
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A. Make sure that the parking brake is set.
B. Turn off the engine and take the key with you. C. Turn on the headlights and four way flashers. |
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What should wheel bearing seals be checked for?
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Hub oil level and no leaks
Hub oil either laying in the rim or covering the rim. |
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How many red reflective triangles should you carry?
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3
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How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?
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Pump the brake pedal three times, apply firm pressure, hold for five seconds. The pedal should not move.
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Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the pre-trip inspection?
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For your safety
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To avoid roll backs when you start, you should:
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Partly engage the clutch before you take your right foot off the brake
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What is the proper way to hold the steering wheel?
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Firmly with both hands on opposite sides of the wheel
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Why should you back toward the driver's side?
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A. Backing roward the right side is dangerous
B. So you can see better |
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When backing, why is it important to use a helper?
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There are blind spots you can't see.
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What is the most important hand signal that you and the helper should agree on?
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Stop
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