Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist

Use the Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist to inspect your trucks before a trip with inspections of tires, lights, reflectors, brakes, engines, and more.

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Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist

Tire Inspection

Lights And Reflectors Check

Brake Examination

Engine Inspection

Fuel Tank And Battery Check

Fluid Inspection

Windshield

Emergency Kit

Mirrors With Swivel Mounts

Coupling System Assessment

Cabin Inspection Temperature

Trailer Examination

Back Of The Truck Inspection

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Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist

Use the Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist to inspect your trucks before a trip with inspections of tires, lights, reflectors, brakes, engines, and more.

1. Are the tires checked for cuts, bulges, and abrasions?

2. Are the tire tread depth and inflation levels checked?

1. Are all exterior lights, turn signals, warning lights, and reflectors working and clean?

1. Are the brake adjustments with the slack adjuster checked?

2. Are the brake linings of appropriate thickness?

3. Are the air lines free from damage, and leaks and properly sealed?

1. Are various components such as the radiator, air compressor, steering gearbox, water pump, belts, hoses, and wiring checked in the engine compartment?

1. Are the fuel tank and battery areas free from cracks or leaks?

2. Are the battery levels checked for sufficient power and proper charging?

1. Are fluids under the truck checked for leaks, including fuel, oil, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid?

1. Is the windshield free from chips, cracks, or deteriorated glass to ensure clear road visibility and safety?

1. Are road flares, triangles, and a fire extinguisher present and in good condition?

1. Are the mirrors checked to ensure they are not frozen or loose and can be properly adjusted to cover blind spots?

1. Is the coupling system examined, paying close attention to the kingpin and sliding fifth wheel locking pin?

1. Are the seat belts checked for wear or fray and a snug fit?

2. Are the inside and outside mirrors, seat position, steering wheel, pedals, windshield, wipers, horns, lights, and gauges inspected for proper operation and functionality?

1. Is the trailer inspected for mechanical defects that might hinder secure mounting to the tractor?

1. Are the tires properly inflated with decent tread?

2. Are the brake chambers undamaged?

3. Are the shocks and airbags intact?

4. Is the driveshaft clean without debris in the U-joints?

5. Is the frame sturdy and unbroken?

6. Is the fifth wheel well-greased?

7. Are the fuel tanks free from leaks?