Chapter 1-2: Bus Licence, Inspetion and Road Check

Free Ontario bus driver practice test questions are a valuable tool for those preparing for their bus licence exam, especially in the chapter “Bus Licence, Inspection and Road Check.”

Ontario Bus Driver - Chapter 1-2: Bus Licence, Inspetion and Road Check

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What class of licence is required to drive a bus with seats for more than 24 passengers (not including school‑purposes buses carrying passengers)?

Class C

Class G

Class D

Class F

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During the daily road check while driving, what is the main purpose of planning a road check?

To evaluate steering, suspension, clutch, transmission, driveline, engine performance, and brake stopping power

To check the cleanliness of the vehicle interior

To improve fuel mileage only

To test passenger comfort features

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What should drivers quickly recognize as a sign of a flat or under-inflated tire?

Brighter dashboard lights

Strong steering response

A “thump-thumping” sensation while driving

Increase in vehicle speed

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What must be checked regarding the steering system during the inside inspection?

Steering column paint condition

Steering wheel for excessive freeplay

Steering fluid colour

Steering wheel padding only

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When can you perform a daily road check?

Only when the vehicle is fully loaded

On the way to pick up the first passengers of the day

Only at the end of the workday

Only at a certified inspection station

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How is steering free play (lash) checked?

With engine off and wheels fully turned

By checking the steering fluid colour only

By rocking the vehicle side to side

With engine on and wheels straight; turn the steering wheel with fingers until tire resistance is felt

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To operate a bus equipped with air brakes, what must be added to your driver’s licence?

Bus endorsement

Z endorsement

Air endorsement

X endorsement

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Which of the following is included in the inside inspection of the passenger and driver area?

Colour of seat upholstery

Passenger compartment condition, emergency equipment, and driver’s seatbelt and seat security

Advertising posters

Passenger ticket stubs

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What is meant by “free play” in a properly adjusted clutch pedal?

Some movement in the pedal when fully released

The pedal resting on the floor at all times

The pedal moves freely with no resistance throughout its travel

No movement at all when released

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A Class C licence allows the driver to operate vehicles included in which licence classes?

Classes D, F and G

Classes F and G only

Classes D and G only

Classes B, D and G

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Why must tires and wheels be checked during the pre-trip inspection?

To ensure tread depth and wheel attachment meet safety standards

To verify the tire brand and model

To match tire colour on all wheels

To make sure hubcaps are shiny

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Which of the following indicates a possible brake problem during testing?

Pulling to one side, excessive noise, extra pedal pressure, or spongy pedal

Short stopping distance with no pull

Smooth, straight stops with normal pedal feel

Firm pedal and quiet operation

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What is a proper shifting technique for standard transmissions to avoid clutch wear?

Hold the clutch pedal halfway down while driving

Shift as quickly as possible regardless of engine speed

Carefully control engine speed to shift without jerking or excessive clutch slippage

Avoid changing gears on hills

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How do you correctly test the parking brake?

Turn off the engine and remove the key

Drive at highway speed and then pull the brake

Step on the service brake while the parking brake is off

Put the vehicle in gear with the parking brake on; it should hold the bus stationary at idle speed

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Which of the following is included in the outside inspection list in addition to lights and exits?

Radio antenna

Destination sign

Fuel system (tank, cap and check for leaks)

Ticket printer

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Who must install wheels and tires on the vehicle?

The vehicle owner only

A certified tire installer or a mechanic

Any licensed driver

A passenger with experience

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What air‑brake related check is required during the outside inspection?

Tank draining

Air brakes for audible air leaks and push rod travel

Air‑dryer replacement

Compressor overhaul

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Which condition can result from broken springs, ruptured air bags, or faulty shock absorbers?

Faster acceleration

Improved fuel economy

Sag, bouncing, bottoming, and excessive sway when driving

Quieter engine operation

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How should a manual transmission operate when checked?

It should resist shifting to prevent wear

It should make loud noises to signal each gear

It should allow for smooth, easy gear changes

It should only shift when the engine is off

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Which braking‑related items are checked during the inside inspection?

Parking brake cable lubrication only

Brake lining temperature

Brake pedal reserve and fade, brake booster operation, brake‑failure warning light

Brake drum thickness only

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After installing new tires or wheels, when should wheel fasteners be rechecked?

Between 80 and 160 km after installation

They never need rechecking

At the next annual inspection

After 500 km only

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What should you be alert for during an engine check?

The brightness of the dashboard lights

Unusual engine noises, vibrations, or lack of normal responses

The colour of the paint under the hood

The temperature of the steering wheel

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What class of licence is required to drive a bus with seats for 10–24 passengers (not including school‑purposes buses carrying passengers)?

Class G

Class D

Class C

Class F

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Who has the authority to perform a safety inspection on the vehicle at any time and location?

Only the vehicle owner

A police officer or appointed ministry officer

A towing company representative

Any passenger

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A Class F licence allows the driver to operate vehicles in which other licence class in addition to F?

Class D

Class C

Class G

Class A

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How should the clutch engage in a properly functioning standard transmission?

With a strong jerk at the end of pedal travel

Easily and smoothly, without jerking, slipping excessively, or chattering

Only at very high engine speeds

After the pedal is fully released and the engine stalls

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What is the most frequent cause of parking brake failure?

Driving with the parking brake on

Not using the parking brake at all

Using the service brake too often

Parking on flat surfaces only

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When starting an engine with a standard transmission, what should the driver do with the clutch pedal?

Avoid touching the clutch pedal

Depress the clutch pedal to relieve the starter of turning the transmission gears

Partially depress the clutch and accelerator together

Pump the clutch pedal rapidly

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How should you test the brakes during a road check?

By applying the brake only at high speeds

At low speeds, bringing the vehicle to a complete stop in a straight line

By coasting without using the brakes

By stopping only in sharp turns

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What does excessive free play or lash in the steering system mean?

The tires are overinflated

The power steering pump is too loud

The steering wheel rotates too far before the tires begin turning

The steering wheel is difficult to turn at all

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This chapter tests your understanding of licensing requirements, including necessary documents and qualifications. It also covers daily vehicle inspections—checking brakes, lights, tires, and emergency exits to ensure safety. Practice questions often include scenarios about responding to roadside inspections or presenting required paperwork to authorities. Using free practice test questions helps you become familiar with real exam formats and reinforces knowledge of safety checks and legal responsibilities. By practicing these questions, you build confidence and improve your chances of passing the Ontario bus driver test on your first attempt.