New Jersey Air Brakes Practice Test

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If your truck has dual parking control valves, what can you do with pressure from a separate tank?

Release the service brakes
Activate the parking brakes
Release the spring emergency/parking brakes to move a short distance
Boost the air pressure in the main tanks

The correct answer is: Release the spring emergency/parking brakes to move a short distance

When a truck is equipped with dual parking control valves, it offers the capability to manage the parking brakes independently from the normal braking system. Using pressure from a separate tank allows the driver to release the spring emergency/parking brakes. This is especially useful when it is necessary to move a truck short distances without fully engaging the service brakes. The design of the dual parking control system ensures that the parking brakes can be disengaged using air pressure when needed, thus facilitating maneuverability in situations where the vehicle might be immobilized due to the brakes being applied. This feature ensures both safety and operational efficiency, particularly in scenarios where the truck may be stuck or needs to be repositioned for unloading or maintenance. By using the air pressure from a separate tank, the parking brakes can be temporarily released while maintaining the ability to stop safely when needed, a critical operational advantage in various truck driving situations.