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Air Brakes Endorsement Test | Missouri 2024 #1 Page 4 of 4

Train for FREE online with our Missouri CDL air brake test. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a MO Class A/Class B driver license in 2024, practice as much as.. Read More

Train for FREE online with our Missouri CDL air brake test. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a MO Class A/Class B driver license in 2024, practice as much as possible. Free sample tests published on our website will help you check and improve your knowledge and boost your grades. Please bear in mind that the requirements for CDL may vary from state to state.

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19 . What should happen before the air pressure in an air brake system tank falls below 55 psi?

The low air pressure warning signal must activate before the air supply pressure drops below 55 psi in the air tank. If the warning signal does not turn on when being tested during an inspection, the vehicle is not safe to drive.

20 . What does an air compressor do in an air brake system?

In an air brake system, the air compressor pumps air into the air storage tanks. The air compressor is controlled by the air compressor governor.

21 . The ____ are activated by an electric switch that is triggered by the brake pedal.

In a vehicle with air brakes, the brake lights are activated when the brake pedal is pushed and air pressure moves an electric switch. With the application of air pressure, the switch will then turn on the brake lights.

22 . The leakage rate for a triple combination vehicle with air brakes should be no more than ____ in one minute during a static leakage test.

When performing a static leakage test on a triple combination vehicle with air brakes, the leakage rate should be no more than 5 psi in one minute. If the air leaks from the air brake system at a quicker rate, the vehicle should not be driven because something likely needs to be repaired.

23 . Manual air tank drains should be:

Compressed air in an air brake system usually contains a certain amount of water and compressor oil. The water and oil can damage the brakes if left to accumulate in the system. Manually operated air tank drains must be opened daily to remove this build-up.

24 . Why do large vehicles use air brakes?

If used and maintained properly, air brakes are a safe and effective way to stop large, heavy vehicles.

25 . Air tank drains should:

Compressed air in an air brake system usually contains a certain amount of water and compressor oil. The water and oil can damage the brakes if left to accumulate in the system. Manually operated air tank drains must be opened daily to remove this build-up.

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