CDL · Vehicle inspection
When inspecting wheels and rims, which of these is a defect you should look for?
Correct answer: All of these are correct.
Answer options
- AA lock ring that does not match the rim
- BA clamp that is missing from the wheel
- CAll of these are correct Correct
Why
A wheel or rim fails inspection if a lock ring is mismatched, bent or missing, or if any clamp, spacer, stud or lug is gone. Also watch for damaged or weld-repaired rims and for rust streaks near the lug nuts, which can mean the nuts are loose.
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Topic: Vehicle inspection License: CDL
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