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CDL SKILLS TEST PREP

Pass your pre-trip inspection. Know exactly what to say.

Animated videos that walk you through the whole CDL pre-trip, item by item, with the exact words to tell the examiner. The full air brake test, every part of the truck, and a printable checklist. Class A and Class B.

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Animated air brake test with primary and secondary air gauges
The air brake test, step by stepGovernor cut-out, the leak test, low air warning, and pop-out, with the gauges moving as you go. It is an automatic fail if you get it wrong.
The exact words to sayEvery item shows a "Say this" card with the line to tell the examiner, so you are never stuck wondering what to say.
Printable checklistA one page checklist in test order, the numbers to know, and the full script to practice out loud the night before.
Parking brake tug test animation Coupling system animation with air lines and fifth wheel

Class A path

15 videos, about 23 minutes
  1. Welcome
  2. Air brake test (manual)
  3. Air brake test (automatic)
  4. Parking brake and service brake
  5. In-cab inspection
  6. Front of the truck
  7. Engine compartment, passenger side
  8. Engine compartment, driver side
  9. Steering system
  10. Steer axle wheel
  11. Drive axle: tires, suspension, brakes
  12. Side of the vehicle
  13. Coupling system
  14. Trailer and rear
  15. You're done

Class B path

14 videos, about 20 minutes
  1. Welcome
  2. Air brake test (manual)
  3. Air brake test (automatic)
  4. Parking brake and service brake
  5. In-cab inspection
  6. Front of the truck
  7. Engine compartment, passenger side
  8. Engine compartment, driver side
  9. Steering system
  10. Steer axle wheel
  11. Drive axle: tires, suspension, brakes
  12. Side of the vehicle
  13. Rear of the truck
  14. You're done

Questions

Does this work for my state?

The items you inspect and the air brake numbers come from the national CDL standards, so they are nearly the same in every state. The videos follow the California order. Some states use a different order, so check your state's CDL manual for the order your examiner expects.

Is this my ELDT training?

No. This is a study aid for the skills test. It is not filed with the FMCSA. Your ELDT theory course is separate and is filed when you finish it.

Class A or Class B?

Both are included. The Class B path uses the 3 PSI leak limit for a single vehicle, the single parking brake valve, and the rear of the truck instead of the coupling and trailer.

How long do I have access?

As long as your ELDT365 account is open. Rewatch any section as many times as you want.

Is it in Spanish?

The videos are in English with captions on screen for every line.

Free pre-trip guides: What to say Air brake test steps California pre-trip Free checklist