Practice question

A low-air warning works, but one brake has excessive pushrod stroke. Why is the vehicle still unsafe?

  1. Excessive stroke improves spring brake holding
  2. Warning and adjustment are separate; excessive stroke reduces brake force even with adequate pressure
  3. The warning automatically adjusts the pushrod
  4. Excessive stroke matters only with empty tanks

Answer: B — Warning and adjustment are separate; excessive stroke reduces brake force even with adequate pressure

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