Practice question

After tightening a manual slack adjuster until the linings contact the drum, what does ICBC's guide describe as a typical next step?

  1. Back off the adjusting bolt about 1/3 of a turn and recheck travel
  2. Back off the bolt seven full turns
  3. Leave the bolt tight against the drum with no clearance
  4. Disconnect the low-air warning buzzer

Answer: A — Back off the adjusting bolt about 1/3 of a turn and recheck travel

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