InspectionQuestion 32 of 60
What should you inspect on the trailer's tires and wheels during a pre-trip?
a.Only the color of the rims
b.Only the front tires
c.That the tires are the newest brand
d.That tires have proper inflation and tread, no cuts or bulges, and wheels have no missing, loose, or damaged lug nuts or cracks
Explanation
You should inspect all trailer tires for proper inflation, adequate tread depth, and freedom from cuts, bulges, or uneven wear. Wheels and rims must have no cracks, and lug nuts must be present and tight with no rust streaks indicating looseness. Trailer tires are easy to overlook but critical to safety.
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