CDL · Night and weather
When deep puddles or moving water cannot be avoided, what helps keep your brakes effective?
Correct answer: Keeping light pressure on the brakes as you cross the water.
Answer options
- APressing hard on the brake and gas pedals together once you are out of the water
- BKeeping light pressure on the brakes as you cross the water Correct
- CCrossing the water as fast as you can
Why
Light brake pressure in the water holds the linings against the drums or discs, which helps keep water, mud, and sand out of the brakes. After you are through, keep pressing lightly for a short distance to heat and dry them, then make a test stop when it is safe.
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Topic: Night and weather License: CDL
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