1. BUMBERCheck using your flashlight and inspection mirror to ensure that there’s nothing on the underside of the bumper.

2. ENGINEMake sure that the engine is turned off first before checking the compartments and removing the filter. Make use of a mirror to ensure that all surfaces are inspected.

3. TIRES (truck and trailer)Use a tool to vibrate all the tires of the truck and the trailer. Check the spare tire and compartment as well.

4. TRUCK FLOORGet into the truck and check the floor. Look under the carpet and ensure that there are no other people.

5. FUEL TANKSTap the fuel tank and listen for void sound. Use your flashlight and look inside the tank.

6. CAB/STORAGE COMPARTMENTSCheck and make sure that the storage compartments are locked. Inspect the cab inside and outside.

7. AIR TANKSOn the truck, tap and listen for void sound. On the trailer, inspect for any weld marks.

8. DRIVE SHAFTSLook closely to check for repairs or new paint. Tap and listen for a hollow sound.

9. FIFTH WHEELCheck empty spaces and the security of the battery area.

10. OUTSIDE/UNDERCARRIAGEUse your mirror to check the inside lip. Inspect the area of the rear lights.

11. OUTSIDE INSIDE DOORSCheck the locking mechanism and ensure that the bolts, rivets, and door hinges are secure. Look closely and observe if there are any weld marks or repairs.

12. TRAILER FLOORLook inside the trailer and check if the floor is flat and not lifted. Make sure that the planks are bolted down.

13. SIDE WALLSCheck the side walls for any indication of new or loose panels. If there is a loose panel, use your flashlight and take a look inside.

14. FRONT WALLCheck if the front wall panels are secure and look closely for any signs of repair. Measure the length to ensure that there is no false wall.

15. CEILING/ROOFMeasure the height from floor to ceiling make sure that there is no false roof. On the roof, check for new rivets and any signs of repair.

16. REFRIGERATION UNIT (if any)Turn off the refrigeration unit before you open the doors to look inside using your flashlight.

17. EXHAUSTBe careful as the exhaust might be hot during the inspection. Look for taped packages and make sure that the exhaust is not loose.

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