1 . When a brake pedal is pressed and the S-cam is turned, the S-cam:

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.

2 . What does ABS do?

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

3 . What do the two systems of a dual air brake system share?

Hoses
An air compressor
Air tanks

4 . Emergency brakes are:

Not required on trucks.
Only required on trailers.
Required on tractors.
Only required when transporting hazardous materials.

5 . To use the stab braking method, you should:

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.

6 . Water and compressor oil are usually found in the compressed air within an air brake system. Water and compressor oil:

Are necessary for the proper function of the air brake system.
Should be added if low.
Should be removed regularly.
Are not concerns.

7 . What color malfunction lamps do vehicles equipped with ABS have?

Green
Yellow
Blue

8 . If the low pressure warning light comes on while you are driving:

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.

9 . When experiencing cold weather, be sure to check your vehicle's alcohol evaporator:

Every three hours.
Every day.
Every other week.

10 . On flat surfaces, wheel chocks:

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.

11 . Dollies equipped with ABS are required to have malfunction lamps located where?

On the rear
On the left side
On the front
On the top

12 . Why do large vehicles use air brakes?

Other brake systems squeak too loudly.
Air braking systems are very effective.
Air brakes are complicated.
Air is free.

13 . What can happen if the air pressure gets too low in an air brake system?

The brakes may squeak.
The brakes may not work.
The brakes may be sluggish.
The brakes will be very sensitive.
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14 . At what psi is the safety valve set to open?

100 psi
150 psi
200 psi
500 psi

15 . An alcohol evaporator in an air brake system:

Makes the brakes work without squeaking.
Prevents ice from forming in the braking system.
Lubricates parts of the braking system.

16 . A low air pressure warning signal should activate:

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.

17 . An air brake-equipped vehicle traveling at a speed of 55 mph under ideal driving conditions will need approximately ____ to come to a complete stop.

100 feet
250 feet
300 feet
450 feet

18 . What color light indicates a vehicle's ABS is not working?

Green
Blue
Yellow

19 . Front brake limiting valves were intended to:

Prevent the front tires from skidding.
Prevent the front tires from overheating.
Create equal brake usage.
Remove uncertainty when applying the brakes.

20 . Air brakes are:

An effective tool for stopping large vehicles.
Prohibited on large vehicles.
Only effective in poor weather.
A tool to improve fuel efficiency.

21 . To use the stab braking method in an emergency situation, you should:

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.

22 . The parking brake should be:

Used whenever you park your vehicle.
Used while driving.
Set when driving in bad weather.
Removed.

23 . The most common type of foundation brake used is the:

S-cam drum brake.
C-cam drum brake.
G-cam disc brake.
P-cam disc brake.

24 . What kind of force must emergency brakes use?

Air pressure
Mechanical
Heavy
Electrical

25 . The parking brake in a newer vehicle is applied by:

Moving a lever to the right.
Pushing a yellow, diamond-shaped knob.
Pulling a yellow, diamond-shaped knob.