Vehicle Inspection Test — Texas CDL Requirements & Lessons

11 Slides 10 min

Texas CDL Vehicle Inspection Test Rules and Automatic Failures

Prepare for the modernized Texas CDL vehicle inspection test by learning the required inspection areas, examiner communication, and safety-critical actions.

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13 Slides 12 min

Internal and In-Cab Inspection

Inspect safety equipment, controls, gauges, windshield, mirrors, emergency equipment, and cab condition.

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12 Slides 14 min

Texas CDL Air and Hydraulic Brake Checks

Perform the modernized brake-check sequence safely and explain the required pressure, warning, leakage, and stopping observations.

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13 Slides 11 min

Passenger and School Bus Inspection Items

Inspect doors, exits, seating, aisles, lifts, stop equipment, mirrors, and student/passenger safety systems.

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13 Slides 9 min

Lights Operations Check

Demonstrate headlights, signals, brake lights, hazards, clearance lamps, reflectors, and dashboard indicators.

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13 Slides 12 min

Front and Engine Area Inspection

Inspect fluids, belts, hoses, leaks, steering components, frame, suspension, brakes, wheels, and tires.

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16 Slides 12 min

Axles, Wheels, and Suspension Inspection

Inspect every axle’s suspension, brake, wheel, hub, rim, fastener, and tire condition.

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16 Slides 11 min

Texas CDL Side and Rear Inspection

Inspect the side and rear of the test vehicle for secure components, safe wheels and suspension, leaks, lights, cargo controls, and combination clearances.

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13 Slides 12 min

Combination Vehicle Inspection Items

Inspect fifth wheel, kingpin, apron, lines, platform, locking devices, trailer, and coupling brakes.

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