5 Questions
How is the heat generated by the brakes dissipated?
Absorbed by the drums and dissipated into the atmosphere
What effect could poorly adjusted brake shoes have on the remaining sets?
They would increase their share of braking, possibly causing overheating
If 40 p.s.i. is exerted against a diaphragm of 30 square inches in area, what is the total force that could be exerted?
1200 lbs
What must the driver do when a low pressure warning system activates?
Stop the vehicle and find the cause of the air pressure drop
How often should the reservoirs be drained?
Weekly, or more often under extreme conditions.
Test your knowledge of how heat is dissipated in a brake system and the effects of poorly adjusted brake shoes on the entire system.
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