Practice question
Why is it dangerous to use compressed air to blow off dust from a brake caliper assembly during service?
- It can aerosolize brake dust, which may contain hazardous materials like asbestos or heavy metals, risking inhalation
- It will force brake fluid out of the master cylinder reservoir
- It will warp the brake disc due to rapid cooling
- It can damage the caliper's sliding pins by pushing them out of alignment
Answer: A — It can aerosolize brake dust, which may contain hazardous materials like asbestos or heavy metals, risking inhalation
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