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IA PTI Form C
IA DOT Pretrip Form C Inspection
Item | Inspecting for: |
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Lights & Reflectors(front) | * All lights and reflectors are clean, securely mounted, not cracked, broken or missing, all work properly. * Amber in front and side red in rear |
Header Board or Bulkhead | * All panels are securely mounted * Not cracked or bent * No holes * No loose or missing rivets |
Landing Gear | * Securely mounted * Not cracked, bent or missing * Crank handle securely mounted and in holder * Legs go up and down together and are fully raised * Feet and pads are securely mounted and in place |
Frame & Side | * Uni-body trailer * Side rail not cracked or bent * Cross members not cracked, bent or missing * All panels are securely mounted * No holes * No loose or missing rivets |
Tandem Release Lever | Lever is secured and pins are locked in place |
Doors, Ties and Lift (side) | * No doors, ties or lifts on the side of trailer. We will talk about them at the rear of the trailer |
Lights/Reflectors (side) | * All lights and reflectors are clean, securely mounted, not cracked, broken or missing, all work properly. * Amber in front and side red in rear |
Shocks | *Securely mounted, not cracked, bent or missing, not rusted, no fluid leaks, rubber bushing in place |
Spring Mounts | * Securely mounted, not cracked or bent |
Springs | *Securely mounted, not cracked, no missing leaves, not fanned out |
Air Bags | * Securely mounted, not ripped or torn, no leaking air, not oil soaked |
Air Bag Mounts | * Securely mounted, not cracked or bent |
U-Bolts | * Securely mounted * Not cracked, bent or missing * All fasteners are secure and not missing |
Torsion Bar | * Securely mounted, not cracked, bent or missing, rubber bushing in place |
Hoses/Lines | * Securely mounted * Not cracked, cut or bulging * Not leaking any air |
Brake Chamber | * Securely mounted * Not cracked or rusted * Not leaking air * Ring clamp in place |
Slack Adjustor & Push-Rod | * Securely mounted * Not cracked, bent or missing * Push-rod should have no more than 1 inch of travel |
Drum & Lining | * Securely mounted * Drum not cracked or warped * No petroleum on drum * Lining not cracked or broken |
Trailer Tires | * Securely mounted * Has at least 2/32nd tread depth * No foreign objects in the tire * Tire not cut or bulging * Properly inflated to manufactures specifications - check using tire gauge * Valve stem not bent or missing and has a metal cap |
Rim | * Securely mounted * Not cracked, bent or welded * No rust trails |
Lug Nuts | * Not loose, rusted or missing * No cracks or wear around bolt holes |
Hub Oil Seal | * Securely mounted * Not cracked or leaking oil inside or outside * Vented system, vented oil cap in place and full of oil |
Bud Spacing | * Keeps wheels evenly spaced * No foreign objects in between wheels |
Doors, Ties and Lift (rear) | * Ties are securely mounted. Ties hold doors open * All hardware in place, not cracked, bent or missing * Doors open and close properly and door seal intact |
Splash Guards | * Securely mounted * Not cracked, bent or missing * Not ripped or torn * Not touching tires or ground |
Lights & Reflectors(rear) | * All lights and reflectors are clean, securely mounted, not cracked, broken or missing, all work properly. "* Red in color. |
Rear of Trailer Light Check Procedure | Ask DOT to assist with brake light check Turn on head lights and right turn signal - verify working properly including trailer mid-ship light. Turn on Left Turn Signal - verify working properly. Turn off lights and turn on 4-way flashers - verify working properly. Ask DOT to assist with brake light check. |