CDE Vehicle Inspection & Maintenance Flashcards

What is the first step a driver should take during a pre-trip inspection?

Answer: Review the vehicle's paperwork and previous inspection report

Drivers must review the previous Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) before beginning any physical pre-trip inspection.

How often is a pre-trip vehicle inspection required for commercial drivers?

Answer: Before every trip

Federal regulations require commercial drivers to conduct a pre-trip inspection before every trip to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.

Which component must be checked for proper inflation during a pre-trip inspection?

Answer: Tires

Tires must be checked for proper inflation pressure, condition, and tread depth during every pre-trip inspection.

What does DVIR stand for in the context of vehicle inspections?

Answer: Driver Vehicle Inspection Report

A DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report) documents the results of a vehicle inspection and any defects found during that inspection.

Which lighting components must be checked during a pre-trip inspection?

Answer: Headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals

All exterior lights including headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals must be verified as functional during a pre-trip inspection.

What should a driver do if a safety-critical defect is found during a pre-trip inspection?

Answer: Report it and not operate the vehicle until it is repaired

If a defect that affects safety is found during a pre-trip inspection, the driver must report it and not operate the vehicle until the defect is repaired.