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Texas CDL Section 2 Vehicle Inspections Examination: Questions and Answers, Exams of Motor Vehicle Design

A series of questions and answers related to the texas commercial driver's license (cdl) section 2 vehicle inspections examination. It covers essential aspects of pre-trip inspections, including steering systems, suspension systems, emergency equipment, tire and wheel checks, and brake system inspections. Designed to help individuals preparing for the cdl exam by providing insights into common inspection procedures and requirements.

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2024/2025

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Texas CDL Section 2 Vehicle
Inspections Examination
What to look for with steering systems - Correct Ans: ✔✔Bent loose
or broken parts
Power steering hoses pumps and fluid levels
Steering wheel play of more than ten degrees
What is the seven-step inspection method? - Correct Ans:
✔✔Vehicle Overview,
check engine compartments,
start engine and inspect inside the cab,
turn off engine and check lights,
do walk-around inspection,
check signal lights,
and start engine and check brake system.
What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection? -
Correct Ans: ✔✔Safety. Safety for yourself and other road user.
What things should you check during a trip? - Correct Ans:
✔✔Watch gauges, mirrors, and use your senses to check for
problems...LOOK, LISTEN, AND SMELL
Name some key steering system parts. - Correct Ans: ✔✔steering
wheel,
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Texas CDL Section 2 Vehicle

Inspections Examination

What to look for with steering systems - Correct Ans: ✔✔Bent loose or broken parts

Power steering hoses pumps and fluid levels

Steering wheel play of more than ten degrees

What is the seven-step inspection method? - Correct Ans:

✔✔Vehicle Overview,

check engine compartments,

start engine and inspect inside the cab,

turn off engine and check lights,

do walk-around inspection,

check signal lights,

and start engine and check brake system.

What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection? -

Correct Ans: ✔✔Safety. Safety for yourself and other road user.

What things should you check during a trip? - Correct Ans:

✔✔Watch gauges, mirrors, and use your senses to check for problems...LOOK, LISTEN, AND SMELL

Name some key steering system parts. - Correct Ans: ✔✔steering wheel,

tie rod,

steering shaft,

hydraulic fluid reservoir,

gear box,

pitman arm,

drag link,

steering knuckle,

spindle,

steering arm,

power steering cylinder

Name some suspension system defects - Correct Ans: ✔✔Broken leaf spring, spring hangers that allow movement of axle.

U-bolts, or other axle poistioning parts that are cracked, or damaged.

What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have? - Correct

Ans: ✔✔Fire extinguisher, spare electrical fuses , warning devices for parked vehicles.

What is the minimum tread depth for front tires? - Correct Ans:

✔✔4/32 and 2/32 for others

What should you check when you stop? - Correct Ans: ✔✔Tires, wheels and rims

Brakes

Lights and reflectors

Connections and brake lines to trailer

Cargo securement

What to look for with tires - Correct Ans: ✔✔Air pressure

Tread

Cuts or damage

Dual tires in contact

Valve stems

What to look for with wheels and rims - Correct Ans: ✔✔Damaged rims

Rust around lug nuts (could mean loose)

Missing clamps studs or spacers

No rims should have weld marks

What to look for with brake drums and shoes - Correct Ans:

✔✔Cracked drums

Pads with grease or oil

Shoes that are thin