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Practice quizzes / Illinois CDL Air Brakes Practice Questions - Illinois CDL Air Brakes Knowledge Test Exam / Question 99589
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What does the S-cam do in a drum air brake?

  1. Rotates to force brake shoes outward against the drum
  2. Stores air in the primary system
  3. Turns on the brake lights
  4. Drains oil from the wet tank

Answer: A — Rotates to force brake shoes outward against the drum

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