Air Break Practice Test

Results

#1. The effectiveness of the spring brakes for emergencies or parking

can only be tested by brake service specialists.

increases as heat increases in the brakes.

depends on the adjustment of the service brakes.

is not affected by the adjustment of the service brakes.

The effectiveness of a vehicle’s spring brakes depends on the condition of the brakes and proper brake adjustment. If the brakes are out of adjustment (for example, the pushrod stroke is excessive), neither the service brakes nor the spring brakes may work properly.