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The most common cause of brake magnet uneven surface wear is from? |
Worn Magnet Lever arm bushings PG 13-14 |
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What is needed to adjust the brakes on a drop axle |
There is a special tool is required to adjust the brakes |
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When referring to trailer brakes, modulation means? |
Increase in voltage as the brakes are applied |
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The boiling point of water compared to brake fluid is |
Lower than brake Fluid |
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Brake shoes should be replaced |
when worn within 1/32" of the rivets |
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hydraulic trailer brakes work by |
pressurizing the brake fluid at the slave cylinder |
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Surge brakes involve which type of energy transformation |
mechanical to hydraulic |
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Where is the reservoir located for surge brakes |
the hydraulic reservoir is located on the trailer |
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A customer complains that his trailer is within weight, but pulling to one side upon braking The technician should.. |
Adjust the brake shoes
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The total current draw from the brakes on a tri-axle is approximately |
20 Amps (Approx 3 Amps per brake magnet) |
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What is the ball size required for a class V hitch |
Ball Size Varies with Application |
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The recommended clearance between a pickup bed and fifth wheel pin box |
5 1/2" between pickup bed and fifth-wheel pin box |
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Which of these is not part of air suspension system? a. Solenoid Valve b. Pressure Switch c. Height Conrol Valve d. Air accumulator tank |
Solenoid Valve |
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The primary weakness of air suspension system is: |
They Require periodic inflation from an external source |
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The height control valve has direct control over? |
The Air Compressor |
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What is the main advantage of rubber motorhome suspension system |
Improves Ride characteristics |
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Why is it important not to use petroleum lubricants on spring-eye bushings |
Causes the Bushings to expand |
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Main cause of tire cupping is |
Tire that are not balanced (Out of Balance) |
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Rubber trailer springs operate on the principle of |
Shear-type strength pg 13-44 |
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Rubber motor home suspension systems replace which component on a standard spring suspension |
Replaces the Spring Shackle Pg 13-44 |
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If a single leaf in a leaf spring breaks.. |
the spring assembly must be taken to a shop for a proper leaf sizing and repair PG 13-46 |
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Suspension systems should be visually inspected every... |
6000 MILES PG 13-45 |
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Rubber Torsion Axles require periodic inspection of |
Fasteners Pg 13-44 |
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What is a fundamental problem with a rubber torsion axel |
They can sag over time, requiring replacement PG 13-45 |
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The Torsion Arm |
Is attached to the Spindle (it is placed in the axle tube) |
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Rubber torsion axles |
Are Completely self contained |
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Tongue Jacks |
Can be used to level a trailer |
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Stabilizer jacks |
Can be found on any RV Type PG 13-97 |
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Following wheel replacement, wheel nuts should be be tightened
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initially, then after 50 miles |
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Optimal tire inflation pressure
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Can be determined by weighing the vehicle |
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Tire side-wear is generally caused by |
Over Loading |
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Tires out of balance generally causes |
Generally Causes Cupping |
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Many motorhomes suffer from poor handling because |
because of the size of unit combined with steering geometry. |
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Motorhomes have not benefited from the same stability advancements as automobiles because |
Unfavorable Load-to-tire width ratio. |
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What are the two types of materials holding tanks are made of? |
ABS & Polyethylene |
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A main requirement for a hydraulic line heat shield must be ____ thick |
nominally 0.035" Sheet |
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During Storage hydraulic components should be activated and cycled? |
Monthly |
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Which step is generally not performed when verifying an internal leak of a dual acting cylinder |
Loosen retract hose |
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What controls fluid flow inside a solenoid valve? |
Spool |
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A directional control valve is also known as? |
Selector Valve |
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What is a possible outcome of an internal leak in a hydraulic jack |
Jack extends while driving |
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Most common method for assembling high pressure hydraulic hoses and fittings? |
Swaging |
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Besides filling the reservoir, the first thing that should be done before bleeding the hydraulic system is? |
Retract all cylinders |
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Which PPE is not required when working on hydraulic equipment? |
Hearing Protection |
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Improper DC Voltage can cause |
Slow Cylinder Movement |
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What is not a function of a spool valve |
Auto-Bleed of hydraulic system |
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What makes a power pack different from most hydraulic systems? |
The cylinders are plumbed in series |
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During periods of RV Storage, it is recommended to? |
Remove the hydraulic reservoir cap? Pardon..? |
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What is a tell-tale sign that the hydraulic fluid is low |
Pump increases in pitch |
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Cleaning Brake Pads is bad for you because it is made with? |
Asbestos |
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Armature surfaces can be milled but no more than |
0.03" |
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Wheel bearing grease should be replaced every? |
12,000 Miles or 12 Months |
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A Pulse Preventer is a? |
Diode |
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A electromagnet of a 7-12" brake assembly has a resistance of? |
3-4 Ohms |
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Checking electromagnet for proper wear will involve the use of a? |
Straight Edge |
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Breakaway Switch must be mounted with a? |
Swivel Configuration |
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Height control valve of a rear axle air suspension system? |
Monitors frame to axle distance |
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Rubber torsion are to be periodically _______ for safety? |
Inspected |
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First Step when working on a broken suspension? |
Relieve the load on the suspension system. |
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Trunnion Bars are component of a? |
Weight-Distribution Hitch |
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What class of weight carrying hitch is rated up to 15,000 LBS |
Class V |
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Trailer running lights are mandated by? |
Federal Regulations (FMVSS 108) |
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The weight rating of a tow vehicle is located? |
Driver side door jam |
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On a tire that says LT235/85R16, the numbers 85 indicate the? |
Height to width ratio |
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The Average life expectancy for a tire is? |
5-7 Years |
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A force of 90 Pounds to the end of a foot long wrench is? |
90 foot pounds of torque |
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Tire air pressure should be checked when the tire is? |
COLD |
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Brake fluid should be changed |
Every 2-3 Years |
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Brake Fluid should be checked at least once every__ Months |
6 Months |
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Hydraulic electric brakes have not been manufactured since? |
1998 |
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Manual brakes should be adjusted? |
After the first 200 Miles of operation, @ 3,000 mile intervals, and as performance requires. |
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Stabilizer jacks are placed in contact with the ground and tightened to? |
Keep the RV from rocking. |
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Troubleshooting manual landing gear landing gear jacks does not involve |
Load Testing |
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Cavitation in a hydraulic pump is likely an indication of |
Low hydraulic fluid level |
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Device that converts hydraulic power to mechanical power is called? |
The Actuator |
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Hydraulic Power is regulated by? |
The Valves |
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_______ are used to contain excess fluid from system volume changes |
Reservoirs |
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_________ Are used to replace hydraulic fluid through system leakage. |
Reservoirs |
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_______ Are used to help separate dirt and air from hydraulic fluid |
Reservoirs |
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Hydraulic hoses are generally designed and built to ____ Standards. |
SAE |
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Typical type of pump in RV Applications is a ____ Pump |
Gear Pump |
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In a dual-acting hydraulic system, the hydraulic line going from the control valve back to the reservoir is called a _____________ |
Return Line |
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In a dual-acting hydraulic system, the hydraulic line going from the pump to the control valve is called a _________ |
Pressure Line |
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Hydraulic hoses must be _________ away from heat sources, unless protected by adequate heat shield. |
18 Inches |
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Hydraulic Systems should be activated _______ during storage. |
Monthly |
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The check hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir you must first ensure the actuators are in the ________ position |
Retracted. |
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One actuator/cylinder will not extend or retract. which of the following would not normally be a cause of this condition. |
Thermal Expansion. |
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One Actuator will not remain extended. which of the following could cause this condition? |
Internal Leakage. |
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An actuator/cylinder creeps out. which of the following could cause this condition?? |
Thermal Expansion. |
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A diode should have continuity in? |
One Direction |
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If a customer complains of receiving shocks from his/her vehicle when plugged in, the first test should be? |
a polarity check on the shore cord. |
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You find a wire not connected, to find the proper wire location you? |
Check printed circuit schematic. |
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The type of power produced by the oldest type of RV Converter is? |
12 Volts unfiltered DC |
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When splicing a 120 VAC wire, you must? |
Use a junction box. |
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Upon completion of a regulator adjustment you should always follow-up with a? |
Lock up test |