Practice question

A driver says the front wheel limiting valve should be used on dry pavement to shorten stopping distance. What is the best correction?

  1. Use the dry-road position on dry pavement; limiting steering axle pressure is only for conditions where it is essential to safety
  2. Use the slippery position on every paved road
  3. Remove the front brake lines to prevent steering axle lockup
  4. Use the hand valve instead of the foot valve

Answer: A — Use the dry-road position on dry pavement; limiting steering axle pressure is only for conditions where it is essential to safety

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