In Cab Compartment/Engine Start Pre-Trip Inspection Class B with Air Brakes Checklist

must have fire extinguisher

• mounted

• charged

must have three safety triangles

• Red

• Reflective

Safety Belt

• must work properly

• put on seat belt; must click secure and fit properly

• not cut, frayed or torn

• securely mounted at seat, shoulder and floor (all points)

Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) Light

• After turning key to "On" position, ensure ABS light turns on and then turns off.

Diesel Exhaust Fuel (DEF) Light

• After turning key to "On" position, ensure DEF light turns on and then turns off.

Lighting Indicators

• on dash, check left & right turn arrow

• 4 way flashers

• high/low beam indicator

Temperature

• check temperature gauge for operation and in safe range

Voltmeter

• check voltmeter for operation and in safe range

• needle indication charging

Oil Pressure

• check oil pressure gauge for operation and in safe range

Air Gauge

• working properly, pressure builds to 120 PSI or governor cut out or purge

Windshield

• must be clean

• no cracks or chips

• no obstructions; stickers

• seal is secure with no leaks

Mirrors

• no stickers

• mirrors are adjusted

• clean

Wipers

• operate properly (must turn on)

• rubber blades are not cracked

• good contact to windshield

• medal arms are secure, no damage

• washer fluid operates (squirts)

Horn

• blow air and electric horn

Heater

• must turn to hot and feel for air from vents

Defroster

• turn on defroster to make sure they work properly

• feel for air to blow from vent at windshield

Clutch/Gear Shift

• push in clutch & make sure shifter is in neutral before starting engine

• if automatic transmission make sure vehicle is in neutral

Parking Brake

• check parking brake by applying and putting truck in low gear and try to move (lug engine)

• must check both tractor and trailer parking brake individually

Service Brake

• pull forward at 5 mph and stop with foot brake

• ensure steering wheel does not pull left or right