Alabama Pre-Trip Inspection Practice Test 2
38 questions covering pre-trip inspection content, drawn from the FMCSA-aligned CDL question pool and the Alabama Commercial Driver License Manual.
What this test covers
The Pre-Trip Inspection portion of the CDL skills test takes 30 to 60 minutes and is graded on a checklist of approximately 120+ items depending on the vehicle class. You must identify each component, state what you are checking for (cracks, leaks, loose mounts, proper inflation, etc.), and explain why it matters. The examiner can ask you to do a full inspection, a partial inspection, or specifically inspect the in-cab, engine compartment, external air brakes, coupling system, or trailer. You can fail the entire skills test by missing too many items here.
Sample Pre-Trip Inspection questions
Preview of what is on Practice Test 2. Unlock with Pro to take the full 38-question test.
During an air brake check in Alabama, within what time frame should air pressure build from 50 to 90 psi?
When testing the air brake system, what is the maximum air pressure drop allowed per minute for a single vehicle with the engine off and brakes applied?
During a pre-trip air brake inspection in Alabama, what should you check the slack adjusters for?