Air Brakes
How do you test the low-air warning?
Charge the system, keep electrical power on, reduce pressure with the service brake, and identify when the warning activates.
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Air Brakes
When should spring brakes pop out?
During the parking-brake control test, the expected pop-out range is usually 20 to 45 PSI.
Review the pressure rangeBacking
Driver side or blind side?
When you have a choice, set up to back toward the driver's side so you can see more of the trailer path.
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What should you do about a tailgater?
Open more space ahead, avoid sudden braking, and let the other driver pass when it is safe.
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