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Commercial Vehicle Compliance
Pre-Trip Inspection Checklist
FMCSA 49 CFR § 392.7 · 10 categories · Complete before every trip · Free, printable, mobile-friendly
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Inspection Details
Date
Driver Name
Truck / Unit #
Odometer
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Engine & Under Hood
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Engine oil level — within safe range on dipstick
Coolant level — reservoir within min/max marks
Power steering fluid — within operating range
Windshield washer fluid — reservoir full
Battery — terminals tight, no corrosion, cables secure
Drive belts (alternator, fan) — no cracks or fraying
Hoses (radiator, heater) — no cracks, bulges, or leaks
Air compressor — properly mounted, no leaks
No fluid leaks visible under the truck
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Steering
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Steering wheel free play — no more than 2" on most vehicles
Power steering pump and lines — no leaks, properly secured
Steering linkage (tie rods, drag link) — no loose or worn joints
Front axle — no cracks or visible damage
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Brakes
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Air pressure builds to normal operating range (90–120 psi)
Allow engine to run — gauge should reach operating pressure within a few minutes
No audible air leaks from hoses, fittings, or tanks
Brake drums or rotors — no cracks or heavy scoring
Brake hoses and lines — no cracks, chafing, or kinks
Slack adjusters — within proper stroke range
Manual: should not exceed 1" travel at 90 psi for most systems
Brake shoes/pads — adequate lining thickness remaining
Parking brake — holds vehicle stationary when applied
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Lights & Reflectors
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Headlights — both low and high beam functional
Turn signals — front and rear, both sides
Brake lights — all functional (have someone check or use a reflective surface)
Clearance lights — amber front, red rear, all working
Marker and identification lights functional
Reverse lights — illuminate when in reverse
Emergency flashers — both sides flash
Reflectors — red rear, amber front, clean and visible
Trailer lights operational (if pulling a trailer)
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Tires & Wheels
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Tread depth — steer axle min 4/32", all others min 2/32"
Use a tread gauge or penny test — worn tires are an out-of-service violation
No cuts, bulges, or sidewall damage on any tire
Tire inflation — visually check all tires for proper pressure
Cold inflation per manufacturer specs on door placard
Lug nuts — all present, no missing or loosened nuts
Rims — no cracks, bends, or welds on rims
Dual tire spacers (if applicable) — proper fit, no contact between tires
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Coupling Devices
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5th wheel — properly mounted, jaws fully closed around kingpin
Attempt to pull forward gently to confirm it's locked
Kingpin — not bent, cracked, or worn
Safety chains or cables — properly crossed and connected (if applicable)
Air glad hands — properly connected, seals in good condition
Electrical connection (7-pin) — fully connected, no damage
Landing gear — fully raised and crank secured
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Fuel System
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Fuel level — sufficient for the trip
Fuel tanks — properly mounted, no leaks visible
Fuel cap(s) — secure, no spillage around filler
DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) — adequate level if applicable
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Emergency Equipment
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Fire extinguisher — charged, accessible, proper class (B:C minimum)
Must be securely mounted and within easy reach
Warning triangles or flares — 3 minimum, in good condition
Spare fuses — available for all circuits
Registration, medical card, and license — current and on your person
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Cab Interior
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Seat and seat belt — adjustable, functional, no fraying or damage
All mirrors — clean, properly adjusted, no cracks
Windshield — no cracks in driver's line of sight
Wipers and washers — blades clear, spray functional
Horn — audible and functional
Heater and defroster — functional (especially in cold weather)
Dashboard — no active warning lights; air gauges reading normal
No loose items in cab that could interfere with pedals or controls
Steps and handholds — secure, no ice or grease
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Trailer / Cargo
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All trailer lights operational — brake, turn, marker, reverse
Cargo doors or tarps — fully secured and latched
Cargo secured — no shifting loads, tie-downs intact
Mudflaps — present and in good condition
Trailer frame — no visible cracks, loose bolts, or structural damage