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Pre Trip 13 Engine Hoses And Wires
Hoses And Wires This is a general observation of the many hoses and wires you will find in the engine compartment. There are some components you will address later the hoses and/or wires connected to them. Tip: {ABC} “I am checking the overall condition of the wires and hoses in the engine compartment. Any Abrasions…
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Pre Trip 09 Crossing Arm
Crossing Arm The crossing arm is designed to direct students far enough forward to put them in the view of the driver. Tip: {FA} {SD} {MH} “The crossing arm is Firmly Attached, there is no Sign Of Damage and no Missing Hardware.
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Pre Trip 08 Front Bumper
Front Bumper The bumper should be attached properly and show no sign of significant damage Tip: {FA} {SD} “The front bumper is Firmly Attached with no Sign Of Damage.”
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Pre Trip 07 Grill
Grill The important point to make for the grill is that it is free from anything that would restrict air getting to the radiator. This could lead to the engine overheating. “I am checking for any obstruction in the grill area that might restrict air flow”
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Pre Trip 04 Approach
Approach Your pre-trip inspection begins as you approach the bus. During your evaluation you will likely already be at the front of the bus when the examiner explains what is expected of you. It is important that you make sure you fully understand these expectations before you begin. When you indicate you are ready to…
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Pre Trip 03 Remember
Things To Remember:
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Pre Trip 12 Under The Hood Driver Side
Driver Side Start your under the hood inspection on the driver side of the bus. Be consistent. Address each item in the same order every time. The items you will be inspecting on this side include:
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Pre Trip 11 Under The Hood Open
Open Hood Find the latches securing the hood and release them. Grasp the hand hold on the front center of the hood. Pull toward you.
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Pre Trip 10 Crossover Mirrors
Crossover Mirrors Next you should address the crossover mirrors. These are the two mirrors that provide a view of the blind spot directly in front of the bus. Be sure to firmly grasp and test the mounts, as well as point to the actual mirrors. Tip: {FA} {MH} {CC} {CB} “Next I would check my…
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Pre Trip 05 Front Lights
Lights After the describing the overall condition of the bus your focus turns to the front. Start with the lights. Working from the top down you can address them individually, or as a group. For example: Tip: {FA} {CC} {CB} {PC} “Starting at the top of the bus there are three clearance lights, the 8-way…
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