CDL AIR BRAKES PRACTICE TEST - MINNESOTA

21. The safety valve installed in the first tank the air compressor pumps air is set to open:
if there is too little pressure.
at 30 psi.
if there is too much pressure.
every 15 minutes.
22. When you release the brake pedal, the _____ rotates back and a spring pulls the brake shoes away from the drum.
hydraulic brake system
air compressor belt
S-cam
pressure gauge
23. When you pull hard on a slack adjuster and it moves more than about _____ where the push rod attaches to it, the slack adjuster probably needs adjustment.
2 inches
1/4 inch
1/2 inch
1 inch
24. The parking brake:
should be used when driving in bad weather.
should be used whenever you park.
should be used when you need to apply the brakes firmly.
All of the above.
25. Your vehicle has a dual air brake system. If one air system is very low on pressure, you should:
call your dispatcher or supervisor for instructions.
reduce your speed and check the low air pressure warning signal for the other system regularly.
bring the vehicle to a safe stop, and have the air brakes system fixed.
reduce your speed and drive to the nearest garage for repairs.
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