Air Brake Practice Test

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How can you examine the low-pressure warning signal?

Push in on the adjuster
Apply the parking brake and crank the brake pedal repeatedly
Release the parking brake and pull the adjuster hard enough

The correct answer is: Apply the parking brake and crank the brake pedal repeatedly

The low-pressure warning signal is an important feature in air brake systems designed to alert drivers to insufficient air pressure, which can compromise braking efficiency and safety. One effective method to examine this warning signal is to apply the parking brake and then repeatedly crank the brake pedal. This action puts the air brake system under pressure and allows you to observe if the low-pressure warning signal activates as expected. When the brake pedal is cranked with the parking brake applied, it simulates conditions where air pressure might drop, such as during leak tests. If the system is functioning properly, the warning light or alarm should activate when the air pressure falls below a predetermined threshold, indicating that the warning system is operational. This method is a practical approach that directly tests the functionality of the warning system under simulated conditions, ensuring that drivers can rely on it to signal low air pressure conditions during real-world operation.