Are necessary for the proper function of the air brake system.

Should be added if low.

Should be removed regularly.

Are not concerns.

Apply the brakes completely until the wheels lock up, release the brakes until the wheels start rolling, then repeat the process.

Apply the brakes about halfway, but allow the wheels to keep rolling.

Apply the brakes completely until the wheels lock up and the vehicle stops.

Apply the emergency brake until the vehicle starts to slow.

Braking will only be possible if there is still enough air in the tanks.

You can apply the brakes 14 times before the air in the system runs out.

You should continue to drive normally and check the brake system when it is convenient.

You should stay at least 100 feet away from other vehicles.

Apply the brakes completely until the wheels lock up, release the brakes until the wheels start rolling, then repeat the process.

Apply the brakes about halfway, but keep the wheels rolling.

Fully apply the brakes, let the wheels lock up, and hold the brake pedal down, keeping the wheels locked until the vehicle stops.

Apply the emergency brake.

Air pressure

Mechanical

Heavy

Electrical

100 feet

250 feet

300 feet

450 feet

Not required on trucks.

Only required on trailers.

Required on tractors.

Only required when transporting hazardous materials.

Every three hours.

Every day.

Every other week.

Green

Blue

Yellow

Used whenever you park your vehicle.

Used while driving.

Set when driving in bad weather.

Removed.

Hoses

An air compressor

Air tanks

Other brake systems squeak too loudly.

Air braking systems are very effective.

Air brakes are complicated.

Air is free.

An effective tool for stopping large vehicles.

Prohibited on large vehicles.

Only effective in poor weather.

A tool to improve fuel efficiency.

When tank pressure falls below 120 psi.

When tank pressure falls below 60 psi.

When tank pressure falls below 10 psi.

When tank pressure falls below 5 psi.

100 psi

150 psi

200 psi

500 psi

Presses the brake shoes against the inside of the brake drum.

Tightens the brake drum onto the axle.

Presses the brake lining against the wheel.

Releases air from the air tanks.

Green

Yellow

Blue

Moving a lever to the right.

Pushing a yellow, diamond-shaped knob.

Pulling a yellow, diamond-shaped knob.

Prevent the front tires from skidding.

Prevent the front tires from overheating.

Create equal brake usage.

Remove uncertainty when applying the brakes.

S-cam drum brake.

C-cam drum brake.

G-cam disc brake.

P-cam disc brake.

Prevent wheel lockup

Prevent the air compressor from overheating

Prevent the front brakes from being used on ice

Prevent the brakes from being used if downshifting would be more effective

Makes the brakes work without squeaking.

Prevents ice from forming in the braking system.

Lubricates parts of the braking system.

The brakes may squeak.

The brakes may not work.

The brakes may be sluggish.

The brakes will be very sensitive.

Can be used to prevent a parked vehicle from moving.

Make it easier for a parked vehicle to roll.

Should only be used on the front driver's side tire.

On the rear

On the left side

On the front

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