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CDL Class A | Chapter 7 - Coupling and Uncoupling (CDLA.07)


Content
  • Coupling and Uncoupling Introduction
  • What You'll Learn
  • Coupling Tractor Trailers
  • Inspect the Fifth Wheel and Kingpin
  • Check Area and Secure Trailer
  • Position The Tractor
  • Back Slowly Into Position
  • Secure the Tractor
  • Check the Trailer Height
  • Connect the Air Lines
  • Supply Air to the Trailer
  • Start the Engine and Set the Trailer Brakes
  • Back Under The Trailer
  • Check the Connection
  • Secure the Vehicle
  • Inspect the Coupling
  • Connect the Electrical Cord and Check the Air Lines
  • Raise The Landing Gear
  • Remove Chocks
  • Uncoupling Tractor Trailers 1
  • Position the Rig
  • Secure the Trailer and Ease Pressure on locking jaws
  • Chock the Trailer Wheels
  • Lower The Landing Gear
  • Lower The Landing Gear 2
  • Disconnect Air Line and Electrical Cord
  • Chock the Trailer Wheels
  • Unlock The Fifth Wheel 2
  • Lower the Air Suspension
  • Pull the Tractor Partially Clear
  • Secure the Tractor
  • Inspect the Trailer Supports
  • Pull the Tractor Clear
  • Raise the Air Suspension
  • Coupling Doubles Twin Trailers 1
  • Coupling Doubles Twin Trailers 2
  • Coupling Doubles Twin Trailers 3
  • Coupling Doubles Twin Trailers 4
  • Coupling Doubles Twin Trailers 5
  • Coupling Doubles Twin Trailers 6
  • Connect the Dolly
  • Uncoupling Doubles Twin Trailers
  • Uncoupling Doubles Twin Trailers 2
  • Uncoupling Doubles Twin Trailers 3
  • Other Combinations
  • Summary
  • Review
  • Chapter 7 - Quiz
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
Prerequisites