While inspecting a coupling, you should go under the trailer and:

Question

While inspecting a coupling, you should go under the trailer and look into the back of the fifth wheel. Ensure that the fifth wheel jaws are secured around the shank of the kingpin.

Accepted Answer

Look into the back of the fifth wheel.

Answer

Detach the jaws from around the kingpin.

Answer

Make sure the locking lever is in the "emergency" position.

Answer

Remove the safety latch.