Practice question
How does an automatic slack adjuster (ASA) function?
- It monitors wheel speed and releases brake pressure to prevent lockup
- It automatically adjusts the camshaft position during brake applications if pushrod stroke exceeds a set threshold
- It uses engine vacuum to pull the pushrod back to its starting position
- It adjusts the compressor governor pressure to match driver demand
Answer: B — It automatically adjusts the camshaft position during brake applications if pushrod stroke exceeds a set threshold
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