Road Test Checklist
FMCSATap each item to mark Pass or Fail
1. Driver Information
2. Pre-Trip Inspection (PTI)
Engine Compartment
Oil Level
Coolant
Belts (no cracks / frays)
Hoses (no leaks)
Front of Truck
Headlights / Signals
Reflectors
Windshield
Wipers
Side of Truck
Fuel Tank
Battery Box
Steps
Wheels & Tires
Tread Depth
Lug Nuts
Rim Condition
Brake System
Air Leak Test
Slack Adjuster
Brake Chambers
Coupling System
Fifth Wheel
Kingpin
Airlines
Trailer
Landing Gear
Doors
Lights
3. Basic Control Skills
Straight Backing
Offset Backing
Alley Dock
Parallel Parking
4. On-Road Driving Test
Driving Skills
Acceleration
Shifting
Lane Control
Following Distance
Traffic Awareness
Signals
Mirror Usage
Blind Spots
Turns
Proper Wide Turns
No Curb Contact
Braking
Smooth Stops
Control
Highway Driving
Merge
Speed Control
Lane Change
5. Coupling / Uncoupling
Proper Coupling
Lock Check
Airlines
Landing Gear
6. Final Evaluation
Overall Result
PENDING
7. Signatures