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road test. It is important that every applicant wishing to obtain a commercial
driver’s license for Class 01 or 03 have the skills and knowledge to pass the following aspects of this road test:
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iii. Power steering
iv. Windshield wash
Check front suspension for excessive wear (i.e. springs, u-bolts, tie rods).
1. Pre-trip Inspection
2. Reverse 90 degree angle parking
3. Uncoupling and coupling (Class 01)
4. Road test in traffic
The following information is a summary of a road test which the applicant must
successfully complete.
PRE-TRIP INSPECTION
Before starting a trip the driver should always conduct a visual inspection of
his or her vehicle. By following three basic steps the driver checks under the
hood, around the vehicle, and checks in the cab.
1. Under the hood:
a. Check hoses and belts for cracks and excessive wear.
b. Check fluid levels:
i. Coolant
ii. Oil
2. Walk around vehicle:
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Check left body, tires and wheels;
Check left body, marker lights;
Check tail, brake, and signal lights at rear; check doors or tail gate;
Check right body, tires and wheels;
Check right body, marker lights;
Check headlights, park and signal lights at front;
Check air valves and glad hands: and
Check 5th wheel to ensure jaws are closed around the trailer pin.
3. In the cab:
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Check seat and mirror adjustments;
Check gauges in instrument panel;
Check horn;
Check tell tale lamps (indicators).
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