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No log, no proof the truck left safe.

Federal regs (FMCSA Part 396.11) require a signed DVIR every day a commercial vehicle is operated — and an unsigned or missing report is the first thing an auditor pulls. Walk exterior, under hood, under the vehicle, and cabin before every run. Log defects. Sign it. The timestamped record is the proof.

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~10 min To complete
6 Sections
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1

Vehicle & Driver Information

5 questions
Vehicle unit number or license plate Required Text
Unit 47 — CO CDL 8A-23951
Driver name Required Text
Ray Kowalski
Odometer reading (miles) Required Number
142350
Inspection date and time Required Date
2026-07-08
Inspection type Required Select
Pre-trip
2

Exterior & Lights

6 questions
Cab — no visible body damage, mirrors intact? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Headlights and taillights — functional? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Turn signals and hazard lights — functional? Required Pass / Fail
✗ Fail Driver-side rear turn signal out. Flagged for repair before dispatch.
Reflectors and conspicuity tape — present and visible? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Windshield — no cracks obstructing driver view? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Photo of vehicle exterior Photo
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3

Tires & Wheels

5 questions
All tires — no flats, bulges, or visible damage? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Steer axle tire tread depth adequate (min 4/32")? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Drive/trailer tire tread depth adequate (min 2/32")? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Lug nuts — all present, no visible looseness? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Tire pressure within spec? Required Yes / No
Yes Checked front axle: 105 PSI both sides. Drive axle: 95 PSI.
4

Engine & Fluids

5 questions
Engine oil — at level, no visible leaks? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Coolant level — at level, no leaks? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Brake fluid and power steering — at level? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Any fluid puddles or drips under vehicle? Required Yes / No
No
Battery terminals — tight, no corrosion? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
5

Brakes & Safety Equipment

6 questions
Service brakes — no grinding, pull, or spongy pedal? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Parking brake holds on grade? Required Yes / No
Yes
Air brake system (if equipped) — builds pressure, no leaks? Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Fire extinguisher — mounted and charged? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
Emergency triangles or flares — present? Required Yes / No
Yes
Seatbelt — functional, no fraying? Required Pass / Fail
✓ Pass
6

Defect Report & Driver Sign-Off

4 questions
Defects found that affect safe operation? Required Yes / No
Yes Driver-side rear turn signal out (noted above). Vehicle held until repaired.
Defects description (if any) Text
Driver-side rear turn signal bulb out. Reported to fleet manager 06:42. Repair scheduled before dispatch.
Vehicle safe to operate as of this inspection? Required Yes / No
No Held pending turn signal repair per FMCSA 396.11.
Driver signature (type name) Required Text
Ray Kowalski — 2026-07-08 06:45

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