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Pre-trip inspection, outside the vehicle

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Standing in front of the vehicle.
I am checking the general overall condition of the vehicle.
Lights reflectors at the front of the tractor.
All lights reflectors are clean and functional, not broken.
Headlights are clear.
Clearance lights, turn signals, and reflectors are amber.
Under the vehicle.
No puddles underneath the vehicle.
Passenger side of the vehicle.
Engine and transmission
No fluid dripping from the underside.
Water pump.
Properly mounted and secured, operates properly and not damaged, not leaking and belt driven, belt deflects no more than half an inch to 3/4 of an inch of play when pushed by hand, belt is not cracked or frayed.
Alternator.
Properly mounted and secured, operates properly and not damaged, no loose wires and belt driven, belt deflects no more than half an inch to 3/4 of an inch of play when pushed by hand, belt is not cracked or frayed.
Engine hoses.
Good condition, not damaged or leaking.
Engine oil.
Safe operating level above the refill mark, checked by dipstick.
Driver side of the vehicle.
Water coolant reservoir
Coolant is at a safe operating level above the refill mark, checked by sight glass, or by removing the radiator cap.
Air compressor and governor.
Properly mounted and secured, operates properly not damaged, not leaking, and gear driven.
Power steering pump.
Properly mounted and secured, operates properly not damaged, not leaking, and gear driven.
Power steering reservoir.
Oil is at a safe operating level above the refill mark, which can be checked by sight glass or dipstick.
Steering box and hoses.
Properly mounted and secured, no loose or missing nuts or bolts, not damaged or leaking.
Steering linkage.
No loose or missing nuts or bolts, or cotter keys, all connecting links, arms, and rods are not worn or cracked, joints and sockets are not worn or loose.
Suspension.
Mounts
No missing or damaged bushings, spring hangers are not bent, broken or cracked
Leaf springs.
Not bent, broken or cracked, not shifted or missing.
U-bolts and other axle mounting parts.
Not broken, loose, or missing
Shock absorbers.
Properly mounted and secured, not leaking.
Brakes.
Brake hoses
Not worn, cracked, frayed, or leaking and can supply air, hoses and fittings are properly mounted and secured, and not leaking
Brake chambers.
Properly mounted and secured, not leaking, not cracked or dented, no loose or missing clamps.
Slack adjusters and pushrods.
Properly mounted and secured, not broken, no loose or missing parts, pushrod is adjusted to no more than 1 inch when pulled by hand with brakes released.
Brake linings and drums.
No cracks, dents or holes, no loose or missing nuts or bolts, linings are not worn dangerously thin, no oil, grease, or debris.
Tires and rims.
Tread depth.
At least 4/32, evenly worn with no cuts or damage to the tread or sidewalls
Tire pressure.
Checked with an air gauge at the valve stem.
Valve stem and caps.
Not missing, damaged or broken.
Rim inside and outside.
Not bent, broken or cracked, not damaged, no illegal welds.
Lugnuts.
Not missing, no shiny spots or rust trails to indicate loose Lugnuts, no cracks or distortions around the bolt holes.
Hub oil and grease seal.
Not leaking, oil is at a safe operating level above the refill mark, checked by sight glass or cap.
Driver door.
Mirror and brackets
Properly mounted and secured, no loose fittings.
Door
Not damaged, opens smoothly and closes securely, hinges are properly mounted and secured, seals are intact, windows are clean and not damaged.
Fuel tank.
Properly mounted and secured, not leaking at the tank, cap is tight and not leaking.
Emergency equipment.
Fire extinguisher is properly mounted and secured, and fully charged.
Three reflective triangles.
Spare fuses.
Side of tractor, lights and reflectors.
Turn signals and marker lights are amber, clean, functional and not broken.
Catwalk and steps.
Solid, properly mounted and secured to the frame and free of debris.
Tractor frame and crossmembers.
No cracks, dents, or holes, no broken welds or damage.
Driveshaft.
Not bent, cracked or dented, U-joints are properly mounted and secured and free of debris.
Air and electrical connectors and lines.
I check the same for the truck and the trailer.
Hoses and lines.
Not worn, cracked, frayed, pinched, spliced or leaking, or chafing against other parts.
Connectors.
Firmly sealed, not damaged or leaking.
Hose fittings.
Not damaged or leaking.
Glad hands.
Locked in place, not damaged or leaking.
Electrical plug and cap.
Locked in place, firmly seated.
Front of trailer.
Secure, not damaged, strong enough to contain cargo, no bulges, cracks, or holes, no missing rivets.
Front of trailer clearance lights.
Amber, clean, functional and not broken.
Fifth wheel.
Trailer apron
Not bent, broken or cracked.
Gap.
No gap between fifth wheel and trailer.
Skid plate.
Properly mounted and secured, properly lubricated.
Trailer release arm.
In the locked position.
Locking pins.
No loose or missing pins, and in the locked position.
Mounting bolts.
No loose or missing nuts or bolts, securely fastened with brackets.
Platform base.
Not bent, broken, or cracked.
Slide cylinder and lines.
Not leaking.
King pin.
Not bent, broken, or cracked.
Locking jaws.
Closed around the shank of the king pin.
Fifth wheel.
Positioned so the landing gear will clear the mudflaps in turns.
Rear of the tractor.
I would check the mounts, leaf springs, U-bolts, shock absorbers, brake hoses, brake chambers, slack adjusters and pushrods, brake linings and drums, tires, rims, lugnuts, and valve-stems exactly as I did on the front of the tractor except for:
Torque arms.
Properly mounted and secured, not damaged.
Airbags.
Not damaged and not leaking.
Spring or air-mounts.
Brackets, bolts, hangers, and bushings are properly mounted and secured, no loose or missing nuts, or bolts, not broken or damaged.
Disc wheels.
Evenly spaced, not damaged and no debris.
Tires.
At least 2/32 tread depth.
Axle seals.
Not leaking.
Mud-flaps.
Properly mounted and secured, not damaged.
Back of the tractor, lights and reflectors.
Clean and functional, not broken.
Tail lights are red.
Reflectors are red.
Landing gear and pads.
Properly mounted and secured, no loose or missing parts, is in the fully raised position, handle is secured, no structural damage.
Side of trailer.
No cracks, bulges, or holes, no missing rivets.
Side of trailer lights and reflectors.
Clean and functional, not broken.
Marker lights are amber.
Clearance lights are amber.
Reflective tape is clean and affixed.
Trailer frame and crossmembers.
I would check the frame and crossmembers exactly the same as I did on the tractor except for:
No holes, or damage in the floor or box of the trailer.
Rear of the trailer.
I would check the mounts, leaf springs, U bolts, torque arms, brake hoses, brake chambers, slack adjusters and pushrods, brake linings and drums, tires, rims, valve stem's, Lugnuts, disc wheels, hub seals, and mudflaps exactly as I did on the tractor.
Back of trailer.
Door and hinges are not damaged, opens and closes, securely latched.
Back of trailer lights and reflectors.
Lights and reflectors are clean, functional, not broken.
Clearance lights, taillights, and reflectors are red.
ABS light is amber.
Reflectors, clean and affixed.
Reflective tape, clean and affixed.
Passenger side of the vehicle.
I would check everything on the passenger side exactly as I did on the drivers side except for:
Exhaust, muffler, heat shield, and stack.
Properly mounted and secured, no loose or missing nuts, bolts, or clamps, not bent, cracked, or dented, tightly connected, no signs of carbon buildup to indicate any cracks or leaks, and there are no holes.
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