CDL · Air brakes
Once the spring brakes have been set, which of these is the right practice?
Correct answer: Keep your foot off the brake pedal.
Answer options
- APump the brake pedal a few times
- BPress down on the accelerator
- CKeep your foot off the brake pedal Correct
Why
Pressing the brake pedal while the spring brakes are set adds air-pressure force on top of the spring force, and the two together can damage the brakes. Not every system is built to prevent this, so make a habit of leaving the pedal alone.
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Topic: Air brakes License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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This question is part of Checking and Using Air Brakes (15 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
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