AIR BRAKES CDL PRACTICE TEST - MARYLAND

16. If you get stuck on railroad tracks, you should:
get out of the vehicle and away from the tracks.
have a helper push your vehicle.
stay in the vehicle and call for help.
check the engine compartment quickly.
17. Air tank drains:
are used to remove water and oil from the air tanks.
protect the tanks and the rest of the system from too much pressure.
should not be used in wet weather.
are used to move air to the brakes.
18. What should you do to test your vehicle's low air pressure warning signal?
Pump the brakes until the air pressure drops below 80 psi.
With the engine running, put the vehicle in a forward gear and attempt to drive forward.
Release the parking brake valve and the tractor protection valve and reduce the air pressure by stepping on and off the brake pedal.
With the key in the "on" or "battery charge" position, rapidly apply and release the foot brake.
19. Tar in the road pavement rising to the road surface in very hot weather:
might get in your engine.
is very sticky and will slow down your vehicle.
causes the road to become very slippery.
does not affect the road surface or driving conditions.
20. If your truck catches fire, the first thing you should do is to:
get off the vehicle, open the hood and start shooting foam to keep the engine cool.
pull into a service station and call for help.
get the vehicle off the road and park near other vehicles.
pull off the road and park in an open area.
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