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MACK Truck Brake Systems

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The parking brake control valves used on the LE series chassis are different from the park brake control valves used on other MACK chassis. These valves are designed to:

a)

provide enhanced safety features

b)

reduce maintenance costs

c)

improve fuel efficiency

d)

increase braking power

2.

As a safety backup, the work brake system incorporates a feature that switches brake operation to the spring brakes if:

a)

the hydraulic system fails

b)

the air pressure drops

c)

the engine stalls

d)

the brake pedal is pressed too hard

3.

To apply the work brake:

a)

Press the brake pedal

b)

Pull the handbrake lever

c)

Turn off the engine

d)

Shift to neutral gear

4.

FMVSS 121 requirements cover (but are not limited to) the following:

a)

Braking systems

b)

Lighting systems

c)

Emission standards

d)

Safety belts

5.

There are basic differences between straight truck and truck tractor air systems.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

On CV model chassis, when ordered with additional air system capacity, the primary expansion reservoir is located on

a)

the left side

b)

the right side

c)

the front

d)

the rear

7.

MACK chassis now incorporate electronically operated air solenoid valves to direct air pressure to the various accessory air circuits such as: (mark all that apply)

a)

brake systems

b)

suspension systems

c)

transmission systems

d)

cooling systems

8.

If air pressure in either circuit drops below 70 psi, what should be done?

a)

Check for leaks

b)

Ignore the warning

c)

Increase the pressure

d)

Call for maintenance

9.

The spring brake modulating relay valve was implemented into production ________________ on CV model chassis, and was used on models ______ and ______ from the beginning of production.

a)

The spring brake modulating relay valve was implemented into production in 1995 on CV model chassis, and was used on models A and B from the beginning of production.

b)

The spring brake modulating relay valve was implemented into production in 2000 on CV model chassis, and was used on models C and D from the beginning of production.

c)

The spring brake modulating relay valve was implemented into production in 1998 on CV model chassis, and was used on models E and F from the beginning of production.

d)

The spring brake modulating relay valve was implemented into production in 1992 on CV model chassis, and was used on models G and H from the beginning of production.

10.

On LE and MR models, the spring brake control valve allows a modulated application of the spring brakes through ________________ in the event of a primary air system pressure loss.

a)

a secondary air system pressure

b)

an auxiliary hydraulic system

c)

a manual override lever

d)

an emergency brake reservoir

11.

On tractor and trailer combinations, a tractor protection valve is used to prevent an air loss in the tractor air system should an air loss occur: ________________

a)

in the trailer air system

b)

in the tractor's hydraulic system

c)

in the electrical system

d)

in the fuel system

12.

At approximately 70 psi, sufficient pressure exists in the air system to shut off the low air buzzer and the low air warning lamp. When the parking brake valve is pushed IN;

a)

the vehicle starts moving

b)

the parking brake is applied

c)

the parking brake is released

d)

the air pressure decreases

13.

Many chassis are equipped with a relay valve that speeds up the application of the rear service brakes by providing reservoir pressure: ________________

a)
by providing reservoir pressure to the rear service brakes
b)
by reducing pressure to the front brakes
c)
by increasing pressure to the engine
d)
by applying pressure to the parking brakes
14.

15. Exhausting air through the relay valve allows the brakes to release more quickly than _______________.

a)

the brakes being applied.

b)

the brakes being manually released.

c)

the brakes being engaged slowly.

d)

the brakes being released without a relay valve.

15.

16. Air in the line between the _______________ and the _______________ exhausts through the treadle valve.

a)

the brake chamber and the atmosphere

b)

the brake pedal and the brake chamber

c)

the compressor and the reservoir

d)

the reservoir and the brake chamber

16.

17. Air-actuated brakes are _______________ on all MACK chassis.

a)

installed

b)

optional

c)

removed

d)

prohibited

17.

All MACK chassis use a dual air system which is _______________ with either system capable of stopping the vehicle should one system fail.

a)

redundant

b)

single

c)

optional

d)

manual

18.

What is the supply reservoir also called because it traps moisture, oil, etc.?

a)

moisture separator

b)

oil trap

c)

water collector

d)

humidity reservoir

19.

Different reservoir configurations are available, depending upon chassis model.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

20.

It is the responsibility of the body/equipment installer/alterer to ensure that the chassis remains in compliance with U.S. Federal and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards _______ and _______ when modifications are made to the air brake system.

a)
FMVSS and EPA
b)
FMVSS and NHTSA
c)
FMVSS and CMVSS
d)
CMVSS and DOT
21.

It is recommended that ____________ plastic air line tubing be used for ____________ __________________ lines.

a)

It is recommended that 3/8 inch plastic air line tubing be used for control pressure lines.

b)

It is recommended that metal air line tubing be used for water lines.

c)

It is recommended that rubber air line tubing be used for gas lines.

d)

It is recommended that copper air line tubing be used for electrical lines.

22.

U.S. Federal and ________________ Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (MVSS) 121 requires that total air capacity for the vehicle must be 12 times the total volume of all air chambers.

a)

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (MVSS) 121

b)

Canada

c)

Department of Transportation (DOT) 121

d)

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) 121

23.

Applying the work brake while the vehicle is in motion, can lead to _______________________________ and loss of vehicle control could occur, especially on _______________________________. In addition, the force of the stop could cause the operator to be _______________________________.

a)

1.     wheel lockup, slippery surfaces, thrown from the normal driving position.

b)
drifting; uneven surfaces; falling sideways
c)
stopping; rough terrain; losing balance
d)
accelerating; dry roads; pushed back
24.

With foot pressure applied, the brake pedal on a vehicle with vacuum assisted power brakes moves down slightly when the engine is started. Technician A says this condition can be caused by a leaking power brake booster diaphragm. Technician B says the cause could be a faulty power brake booster check valve. Who is right?

a)

Technician A only

b)

Technician B only

c)

Both A and B

d)

Neither A nor B

25.

Which component in the Hydro-Boost system provides power assist if there is a loss of hydraulic pressure to the system?

a)

Boost piston

b)

Check valve

c)

Accumulator

d)

Open-center spool valve