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New Jersey CDL Class A Test # Vehicle Operation and Safety - Types of Retarders: ️Robotic is not a type of retarder. - Law Regulations: ️Laws and restrictions can vary from place to place. - Approaching a Bridge: ️Check the weight limit of the bridge. - Heavy Vehicle Accidents: ...

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# Vehicle Operation and Safety

- Types of Retarders:

✔️Robotic is not a type of retarder.



- Law Regulations:

✔️Laws and restrictions can vary from place to place.



- Approaching a Bridge:

✔️Check the weight limit of the bridge.



- Heavy Vehicle Accidents:

✔️Many heavy vehicle accidents occur between midnight and 6 AM.



# Vehicle Inspection

- Suspension Component Inspection:

✔️Axle mounts should be checked at each securing point on vehicle frame and axles.



- Brake Shoes Condition:

✔️Brake shoes should not have oil, grease, or brake fluid on them.



# Driving Behavior and Hazards

- Tourist Drivers as Hazards:

✔️Tourists may move slowly or unexpectedly change lanes.



- Cargo Inspection:

, ✔️Should be performed after every break while driving.



- Light Load on Drive Axle:

✔️May result in poor traction.



- Vehicle Fire Response:

✔️Park in an open area if your vehicle catches fire.



- Turn Signal Usage:

✔️Use turn signals at least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes.



# Braking Procedures

- Testing Parking Brake:

✔️Perform this while the vehicle is parked.



- Brake Adjustments:

✔️Must be checked often.



- Mirror Adjusting:

✔️Adjust your mirrors before starting your trip.



- Driving on Snow-Packed Roads:

✔️Reduce your speed by half.



# Weight and Cargo Regulations

- Bridge Formula:

✔️Permits less maximum axle weight for axles that are close together.

, - Hazardous Materials Transport:

✔️Maintain paperwork in the driver's door pouch.



- Overweight Loads:

✔️Require special permits.



# Emergency Preparedness

- Emergency Braking:

✔️Refers to slowing the vehicle in response to a hazard.



- Parking Position:

✔️Park to allow a forward pull when leaving.



- Using Engine Brakes:

✔️Adds to the braking effect when going downhill.



# Engine and Fluid Checks

- Oil Pressure Gauge:

✔️Should read normal shortly after starting the engine.



# Vehicle Dynamics and Control

- Destructive Power at Increased Speed:

✔️Doubling speed increases destructive power by four times.



- Exiting Highway on Downgrade:

✔️Slow down to 5 mph below the posted speed limit.



- Off-Tracking Rigs:

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