Practice question

Why should a heavy truck driver turn off the engine retarder (exhaust or Jake brake) in wet or slippery road conditions?

  1. The retarder can overheat the engine cooling system in rainy weather
  2. The retarder can cause the drive wheels to skid and lose traction
  3. The retarder uses excessive diesel fuel when roads are wet
  4. The retarder increases the wear on the service brake pads

Answer: B — The retarder can cause the drive wheels to skid and lose traction

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