Practice question

What is the function of an automatic slack adjuster (rregullatori automatik i harlisjes) on S-cam foundation drum brakes?

It automatically compensates for brake lining and drum wear by adjusting pushrod stroke to maintain optimal brake clearance
It continuously loosens the brake shoes to minimize rolling drag on highways
It increases power steering fluid flow during hard braking
It automatically refills the differential gear oil

Answer: A — It automatically compensates for brake lining and drum wear by adjusting pushrod stroke to maintain optimal brake clearance

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