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With an engine fire, what does the CDL manual say about the hood?

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  1. Open it wide to reach the fire
  2. Open it to let the smoke out
  3. Do not open it if you can avoid it

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References

  1. California Commercial Driver Handbook (AAMVA model manual) www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/file/california-commercial-driver-handbook-pdf Checked 2026-10-10.

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