Ontario Air Brake Test 07

When preparing for the Ontario air brake test, it’s important to take advantage of resources like the Ontario air brake practice test. This practice test is an invaluable tool for ensuring that you thoroughly understand the content and format of the actual exam. The practice test contains questions that cover important topics such as air brake adjustment, system components and inspection, and safe driving practices. Additionally, taking the practice test allows you to identify areas where you may need to review material or seek additional resources. With dedication and preparation, you can feel confident going into the Ontario air brake test and ultimately earning your air brake endorsement.

1 / 30

The system's pressure range is controlled by what?

The size of the compressor

The air-compressor governor settings

All of the above

The size of the brake chambers

2 / 30

The vehicle fails the system air-loss rate test when...

The compressor cuts out

The drop in pressure exceeds the value specified for the vehicle

None of the above

The drop in pressure is barely noticeable

3 / 30

Which of the following is not one of the steps for testing air-compressor governor settings?

Observe the primary and secondary air-tank pressure gauges

Properly secure the vehicle and apply the spring brakes

Press and release the brake pedal several times to lower the system pressure and note the cut-in pressure setting

Run the engine until air brake system pressure reaches its maximum level and note the cut-out pressure setting

4 / 30

What happens if the device does not activate or activates when pressure is below the described psi on either the primary or secondary air pressure gauge?

It fails

It must be tested again with the engine off

It sends a warning

Start the engine and try again

5 / 30

To test the air-loss rate of the brake system, release the spring brakes, establish normal air pressure, shut off the engine and hold the brake pedal in the fully applied position and observe the air-pressure readings for how long?

Four minutes

Two minutes

Three minutes

One minute

6 / 30

The air brake system is defective when cut-out pressure is above...

145 psi

135 psi

125 psi

155 psi

7 / 30

The vehicle passes the test if the device activates when pressure is at or above what psi on both primary and secondary air tank gauges?

65 psi

55 psi

None of the above

45 psi

8 / 30

What will generally affect the governor pressure setting?

The number of brakes on the vehicle

The driver's decision

The age of the compressor

The model year of the vehicle

9 / 30

The air loss rate for a straight truck, tractor or bus is...

3 psi per minute

4 psi per minute

2 psi per minute

1 psi per minute

10 / 30

When do air pressure gauges stop climbing?

When the rpm of the engine drops

With compressor cut-out

When the brakes are not applied

All of the above

11 / 30

When testing a tractor (towing vehicle) protection valve, the vehicle passes the test when...

Air does not extend beyond the primary tank

Air does not exhaust from the trailer service line

Air does not exhaust from the brake chambers

All of the above

12 / 30

The air loss rate for a tractor and two or more trailers is...

6 psi per minute

8 psi per minute

4 psi per minute

5 psi per minute

13 / 30

To test the air-pressure build-up time, what should the system pressure be reduced to?

Above 90 psi

Below 60 psi

Below 50 psi

Below 80 psi

14 / 30

While a small amount of oil may be found in the supply tank, any visible quantity of oil should be...

Cleaned up

Ignored

None of the above

Reported or repaired

15 / 30

When testing air-compressor governor settings, what does compressor cut-in cause?

Weak braking power

A beeping sound

Less horsepower

A change in the sound of the engine

16 / 30

Which of the following is not a step when testing the automatic application of the trailer spring brakes?

Ensure the trailer supply valve is closed and the trailer is fully charged

Pull out the trailer supply valve to close it

Observe the trailer for application of the trailer's spring brakes

Ensure the air brake system is within its normal operating pressure range

17 / 30

What is the concern when oil is found in any air tank, other than the supply tank?

The tank must be drained

It's time for an oil change

There is a risk of air brake system contamination

An air hose has been compromised

18 / 30

The vehicle fails the test if the device does not activate or activates when pressure is below what psi on both primary and secondary air tank gauges?

65 psi

75 psi

55 psi

45 psi

19 / 30

When testing the low air pressure warning devices, what should the psi be?

90 psi

80 psi

75 psi

55 psi

20 / 30

The vehicle passes the system air-loss rate test when the drop in pressure...

Is equal to or less than the value specified for the vehicle

All of the above

When the warning gauges fail to show anything

When the driver can't hear any air loss

21 / 30

To test the low air-pressure warning device, pressure in the system must be reduced to the point where the device activates or what at psi, whichever is higher?

35 psi

55 psi

45 psi

65 psi

22 / 30

Which of the following is not a step for testing low air-pressure warning devices?

Observe the primary and secondary air tank pressure gauges

Press and release the brake pedal repeatedly to lower air pressure

The engine may be stopped or left running but the ignition must be off

Watch and listen for the low air-pressure warning device to activate

23 / 30

When testing air pressure build-up time, how fast should the rpm be?

600 to 900 rpm

500 rpm

1200 rpm

900 to 1100 rpm

24 / 30

Which of the following is not a step for testing a tractor (towing vehicle) protection valve?

Ensure the trailer supply valve is closed (pulled out)

Disconnect the trailer service air line coupler from either the trailer or the dead-end coupler and place it where it can be observed.

Press and hold the brake pedal

Ensure that the air brake system is within its below operating pressure range

25 / 30

The air loss rate for a tractor and trailer is...

3 psi per minute

2 psi per minute

1 psi per minute

4 psi per minute

26 / 30

A trailer's spring brakes must automatically apply whenever what happens?

The trailer is disconnected from the towing vehicle

The vehicle is parked

All of the above

The engine is turned off

27 / 30

After the air tanks are drained regularly, what should happen?

The discharge should be observed for abnormalities

The drain valves replaced

All of the above

The drain valves cleaned

28 / 30

A significant quantity of moisture being discharged from the supply tank - even when the tank is drained on a regular basis is...

A bigger problem

Normal

Time to replace the tanks

Cause for concern

29 / 30

With the engine idling between 600 and 900 rpm, how long should it take for the air pressure to rise from 85 to 100 psi?

Up to 3 minutes

4 minutes or more

Within 2 minutes

Less than 60 seconds

30 / 30

Which of the following is not a step when testing the spring (parking and emergency) brakes?

Ensure the air tanks are full

Apply the spring brakes on the vehicle to be tested and remove wheel chocks

Gently apply engine power in a low gear

Observe the vehicle's response

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