Brakes Flashcard #2

Front

What is the minimum brake lining thickness a vehicle needs to pass NH State Inspection?

Back

2/32"

Front

All of the following are true about brake calipers except:
They typically bolt to a caliper mounting bracket,
They apply the brakes shoes,
They house a piston that is applied by pressurized brake fluid,
The can be used in the front or rear of a vehicle.

Back

They apply the brakes shoes

Front

True or False? Wheel bearings typically need to be repacked for hubless rotors.

Back

False

Front

What 2 ways can friction linings be fastened to the backing plate?

Back

Riveted & Bonded

Front

Dot 3 or Dot 4 brake fluids are typically ________ in color.

Back

Amber

Front

What component reduces the pressure to the rear brakes?

Back

Proportioning Valve

Front

What component is pictured? Options: Caliper, Wheel cylinder, Drum, Pressure Differential Switch

Back

Wheel cylinder

Front

What component is pictured?

Back

ABS Control Unit

Front

What component is pictured? Options: Vacuum Booster, Drum, Rotor, Backing Plate

Back

Backing Plate

Front

What component helps prevent the nose from diving when the brakes are applied?

Back

Metering Valve