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WELCOME

We're here to help guide you through each part of your Class-B Pre-Trip CDL exam.

INTRO

BASICS: We will start by teaching you the core areas of the bus and the components within them.

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CDL: Then we will learn the pre-trip required systems and procedures.

Driver Cabin

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The Cab is comprised of:

  • Side Console Panel

  • Instrument Panel

  • Light Bar

  • Floor Area

  • Steering Column

3D MODELS: Click each of the following links for interactive components 

GUIDES: For more detailed learning, click the following links:

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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SIDE CONSOLE PANEL

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FLOOR

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ZONES

To aid memorization for your Pre-Trip modules, we've divided the bus into 7 zones.  The key features you need for your Class-B CDL  pre-trip are listed below.

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BUS PREPARATION

The core steps to bus preparation are:

  • Start the Engine

  • Air brake check

  • Air Governer check

  • Low Air Warning check

  • Parking brake check

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3D MODELS: Click each of the following links for related components 

GUIDE: The following links offer more indepth learning 

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AIR SUPPLY

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INDICATORS & BRAKES

  • Indicator Lights

  • Parking Brake

  • Service Brake

3D MODELS: Click each of the following links for interactive components 

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INTERIOR INSPECTION

  • Mirrors

  • Ramp

  • Safety Equipment

  • Seats

VR: The ramp requires multiple steps.  When convenient, please ask your trainer for a VR headset to practice the steps for safe deployment and stowing of the ramp. 

GUIDE: The following links offer more in-depth learning 

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SAFETY

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LIGHTS ASSIST

ASK EXAMINER TO ASSIST BY INSPECTION:

  • Front

  • Rear

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EXTERIOR LIGHTS

  • Front

  • Driver Side

  • Rear

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WHEEL WELL

  • Steering System

  • Battery

  • Tires & Brakes

3D MODELS: Click the following link for interactive components 

7


ENGINE

  • Coolant & Engine Oil

  • Fluids including Power Steering

  • Frame

  • Air Compressor

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ENGINE

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AIR COMPRESSOR

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CONGRATULATIONS!
You've just completed all core areas of the virtual bus training to supplement your learning.

If you'd like to test yourself or take your learning to the next level, please ask your trainer about the VR options.

In the meantime, try viewing the 3D bus as a refresher, or test your skills with the virtual bus CDL problem hunt!

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Bus Overview (3D)

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HUNT

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GUIDES:  For future reference, the full list of guides is below

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FRONT

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SAFETY

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Bus Overview (3D)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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ENGINE

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HUNT

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SIDE CONSOLE PANEL

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AIR SUPPLY

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FLOOR

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AIR COMPRESSOR

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For 3D & AR Models
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