DOT Pre-Trip Inspection Class B CDL - FREE PDF
DOT pre-trip inspection for Class B single-unit commercial vehicles including straight trucks and buses.
- Industry: Trucking / Bus / Delivery
- Frequency: Before each trip
- Estimated Time: 10-20 minutes
- Role: CDL Driver / Fleet Manager
- Total Items: 26
- Compliance: FMCSA 396.11, FMCSA 396.13, DOT 49 CFR Part 396
Pre-Inspection Verification
Initial verification before conducting vehicle inspection.
- Registration and insurance documents present?
- Previous DVIR reviewed?
- Prior defects repaired and signed off?
Exterior Inspection
Walk-around inspection of vehicle exterior and safety equipment.
- Body/cab condition acceptable?
- All lights functioning (headlights, turn signals, brake, clearance)?
- Mirrors properly adjusted and undamaged?
- Tires properly inflated, adequate tread?
- Wheels and lug nuts secure?
Engine Compartment
Under-hood inspection of engine and fluid levels.
- Engine oil level adequate?
- Coolant level adequate?
- Belts and hoses in good condition?
- No fluid leaks observed?
Brake System
Brake system inspection and verification.
- Service brakes operating properly?
- Parking brake holds vehicle?
- Air pressure builds adequately (air brakes)?
- No air leaks detected (air brakes)?
Cab Interior & Safety Equipment
Cab condition and required safety equipment verification.
- All gauges and warning lights functioning?
- Horn functioning?
- Windshield wipers/washers working?
- Seatbelt present and functional?
- Fire extinguisher present and charged?
- Emergency triangles/flares present?
Defects and Summary
Document any defects and overall vehicle condition.
- Any defects found during inspection?
- Vehicle safe to operate?
- Defect Description
- Driver Signature/Verification
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