SOS BRAKE AND BRAKING SYSTEM EXAM
2024-2025
In a single anchor Bendix drum-type rear brake, the secondary lining is longer than
the primary.
Compared to the secondary shoe-lining sections of drum brakes, the primary
shoe-lining area is smaller and moves toward the front of the car.
During a brake overhaul, you observe that the brake fluid appears to be quite dirty
and dark in color. What should you do? - ANSWER: flush the system before the
new parts are placed.
To bleed the system in a car with power brakes: - None of the above
Which of the following symptoms could indicate over-torqued lug nuts? -
ANSWER: Pulsation of the brake pedal during braking.
Which of the following indicates the right order to bleed brake lines on most rear
wheel drive vehicles? - RR, LR, RF, LF.
In disc brake caliper assemblies, the "square cut seal" is commonly found in the
caliper piston bore.
When completing a caliper overhaul, how would you remove the pistons from the
calipers? - ANSWER Compressed Air
The square-cut piston seal maintains the adjustment of sliding caliper disc brake
pads.