Air brake test 2 Question #1 of 26

A dual air brake system has two separate air brake systems, the first system is called the primary system and the other is called the secondary system.

True False

Question #2 of 26
The braking effect of the engine on a long steep downgrade should only be a supplement to use of brakes.

True False

Question #3 of 26
All air brake systems have an alcohol evaporator to put alcohol into the air system.

True False

Question #4 of 26
The safety relief valve protects the air tanks and the rest of the system from building too much pressure.

True False

Question #5 of 26
The air compressor pumps air into the air storage tanks.

True False

Question #6 of 26
When testing the low pressure warning signal, turn the electrical power on and step on and off the brake pedal to reduce air tank pressure. The low air pressure warning signal must come on before the pressure drops to less than ____ psi in the air tank.

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Question #7 of 26
Which factors will not cause brakes to fade or fail?

A. Brakes can fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much. B. Brakes that are out of adjustment. C. Using the engine brake and not using the brakes often enough can cause them to fail. D. Mismatched retread tires on a trailer.

A and B. C and D. B and D. All of the above.

Question #8 of 26
What does an alcohol evaporator help prevent?

It helps prevent water leaks. It helps prevent air in the system. It helps prevent dirt in the system. It helps prevent air from leaking. None of the above.

Question #9 of 26

Step on and off the brake pedal to reduce the air tank pressure. The parking brake knob should pop out when the air pressure falls to the manufacturers specification. This is how you check which of the following?

This is how you can check that the spring brakes will come on automatically.

This is how you can check that the slack adjusters are adjusted properly. This is how you can check that the supply pressure gage is working. This is how you can check that the brake pedal is tuned properly. None of the above.

Question #10 of 26
What can be done to help prevent oil and water from building up in the air tanks?

Avoid using the brakes in humid weather. Perform an air brake pump down test 3 times a day. Keep light pressure on the brakes when driving through water. Use an alcohol evaporator. All of the above. None of the above.

Question #11 of 26
The maximum leakage rates for an air brake system should be less than 2 psi in one minute for single vehicles and less than 3 psi in one minute for combination vehicles.

True False

Question #12 of 26
A slack adjuster is a lever that connects the brake chamber push rod with the return spring.

True False

Question #13 of 26
Wait for normal air pressure, release the parking brake, move the vehicle forward slowly and then apply the brakes firmly using the brake pedal best describes testing the parking brake.

True False

Question #14 of 26
Having ABS brakes only on one axle still gives you more control over the vehicle during braking than a vehicle without ABS.

True False

Question #15 of 26
Letting up on the brake pedal increases the air pressure and releases the brakes.

True False

Question #16 of 26
Air storage tanks are used to hold compressed air.

True False

Question #17 of 26

All trucks, tractors, and buses must be equipped with emergency brakes and parking brakes.

True False

Question #18 of 26
Brakes can fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much and not relying on the engine braking effect.

True False

Question #19 of 26
Pressing and releasing the brake pedal unnecessarily can let air out faster than the compressor can replace it.

True False

Question #20 of 26
A supply pressure gauge indicates how much pressure is in the air lines.

True

False

Question #21 of 26
After the initial charging, the air compressor should start pumping at about 75 psi and stop at about 100 psi.

True False

Question #22 of 26

The air compressor governor controls when the air compressor will pump air into the brake safety valves.

True False

Question #23 of 26
Spring brakes are powerful springs that are held back by air pressure. If the air pressure is removed, the springs put on the brakes.

True False

Question #24 of 26
Only a certified mechanic can check slack adjusters.

True False

Question #25 of 26
How often should you drain air tanks?

Every hour or 100 miles. Every 2 hours or 150 miles. Every 3 hours or 200 miles. Every 4 hours or 300 miles. None of the above.

Question #26 of 26
All vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal.

True False

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To get a class A commercial drivers license you need to practice and pass the General Knowledge Test, Air Brake Test and the Combination Vehicles Test.
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What can be done to help prevent oil and water Unanswered None of the above. 67% from building up in the air tanks? The air compressor governor controls when the air compressor will pump air into the brake safety valves.

Unanswered False

75%

When testing the low pressure warning signal, turn the electrical power on and step on and off the brake pedal to reduce air tank pressure. The Unanswered 60 low air pressure warning signal must come on before the pressure drops to less than ____ psi in the air tank. The braking effect of the engine on a long steep Unanswered False downgrade should only be a supplement to use of brakes. What does an alcohol evaporator help prevent?

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Unanswered None of the above. 90% 97%

The air compressor pumps air into the air storage Unanswered True tanks. How often should you drain air tanks? Air storage tanks are used to hold compressed air. A supply pressure gauge indicates how much pressure is in the air lines. All air brake systems have an alcohol evaporator to put alcohol into the air system. Only a certified mechanic can check slack adjusters. The maximum leakage rates for an air brake system should be less than 2 psi in one minute for single vehicles and less than 3 psi in one minute for combination vehicles. The safety relief valve protects the air tanks and the rest of the system from building too much pressure. Letting up on the brake pedal increases the air pressure and releases the brakes.

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All vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal. Pressing and releasing the brake pedal unnecessarily can let air out faster than the compressor can replace it. Which factors will not cause brakes to fade or fail? All trucks, tractors, and buses must be equipped with emergency brakes and parking brakes.

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After the initial charging, the air compressor should start pumping at about 75 psi and stop at about 100 psi. Spring brakes are powerful springs that are held back by air pressure. If the air pressure is removed, the springs put on the brakes. Wait for normal air pressure, release the parking brake, move the vehicle forward slowly and then apply the brakes firmly using the brake pedal best describes testing the parking brake. Brakes can fade or fail from excessive heat caused by using them too much and not relying on the engine braking effect. Step on and off the brake pedal to reduce the air tank pressure. The parking brake knob should pop out when the air pressure falls to the manufacturers specification. This is how you check which of the following?

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This is how you can check that the Unanswered spring brakes will 74% come on automatically.

Having ABS brakes only on one axle still gives Unanswered True you more control over the vehicle during braking than a vehicle without ABS. A slack adjuster is a lever that connects the brake Unanswered False chamber push rod with the return spring. A dual air brake system has two separate air brake systems, the first system is called the primary system and the other is called the secondary system.
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91%

Final Score: 0%
To get a class A commercial drivers license you need to practice and pass the General Knowledge Test, Air Brake Test and the Combination Vehicles Test.