

The most important thing to do to be ready for it is to understand why it's done and why you're being tested on it.

This part of the exam is what seems to trip up many people.

The first half of your exam is the Pre-Trip Inspection. We can schedule the test immediately after you obtain your CDL Permit. There is a 14 day waiting period after obtaining your CDL Permit before you may take the driving test. Studying these and making sure you can answer the questions is another great way to prepare for the tests. Throughout the book there are "Test Your Knowledge" quizzes.

The rest of the marked sections (A, 1-3, and 10-12) cover the general knowledge test. You will also need to pass the combination vehicle test (section 6). You will need to pass the air brake test (section 5). 2 (the 42nd page) of the manual has a chart showing which sections of the manual you should study and which ones you don't need to. It can also be obtained from the Beltrami County DMV for a fee (not the Bemidji driver's exam station). The most important thing you can do to pass these is to study the relevant sections of the commercial driver's manual which is available online ( Minnesota CDL Manual). Note: The information contained on this page is provided free of any charge and may be used for by anyone for any purpose.įirst off you must pass the knowledge tests given at the driver's exam station. Refer to the Minnesota CDL Manual for and Pre-Trip Exam checklist for definitive answers. YouTube videos may not include everything you are expected to check - and checking items not on the pre-trip checklist list won't gain you anything and will also make the inspection take longer than the 30 minutes they want you to complete it in. The only items you are expected to check are on the Pre-Trip Exam Checklist. Note: This sample videos and others do not match exactly what Minnesota examiners expect on the test - it is provided here so you have an idea of what the pre-trip inspection should look and sound like. YouTube video of a sample Pre-Trip Inspection (credit goes to APEX CDL Institute) Pre-trip Inspection Walk Through for the CDL Express vehicle
