PreTrip Class BSchool Bus Kpdts（前类商学院总线Kpdts）.pdf

‘ Miami School ‘ La Belle School 3790 NW 11th St. 250 E. Cowboy Way Miami, Fl 33126 La Belle, Fl 33935 305-649-5344 863-675-0755 CLASS B-BUS PRE-TRIP INSPECTION STUDY GUIDE SCHOOL BUS FRONT OF VEHICLE Chock the vehicle or make sure it’s on level ground before you begin your pre-trip inspection. Check to see for any evident damage to the chassis or frame of the vehicle and that the vehicle is not leaning left or right, if it is there may be suspension problems, load problems or a bad tire. Check under the vehicle for any fresh oil, coolant, grease, or fuel leaks. Check that all external lights and reflective equipment are clean and functional. Light and reflectors checks include: • Clearance lights (red on rear, amber elsewhere). • Headlights (high and low beams). • Tailgates. • Turn signals. • Four-way flashers. • Brake lights. • Red reflectors (on rear and amber reflectors elsewhere). • Proper color. NOTE: Checks of brake, turn signal and four-way flasher functions must be done separately. NOTE: you must go inside the vehicle and have the examiner stay outside while you turn all your lights on. ENGINE COMPARTMENT (Engine Off) LEAKS/HOSES: Check for puddles on the ground, dripping fluids on underside of engine and transmission Inspect hoses for cuts, bubbles, or leaks. Also check that they are not dry rotted and that the clamps/fixtures are properly secured. OIL: Indicate where the dipstick is located. Check that the oil level is within safe operating range and it’s at the appropriate level and no oil leaks is evident. • IDLING 5-20 psi • OPERATING 40-60 PSI • LOW, DROPPING, FLUCTUATING: STOP IMMEDIATELY! COOLANT LEVEL: Inspect reservoir