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MICHIGAN STATE BRAKES CERTIFICATION
EXAM |ACTUAL QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2026
When inspecting brake fluid levels, a technician observes low fluid levels. which of
the following should be done first? - correct-answer - Inspect disc brake pads for
excessive wear
Which of the following is true about most properly functioning anti-lock brake
systems? - correct-answer - The brakes may lock up at speeds less than 10 miles
per hour
Which of the following is true about bleeding brake lines on most ABS equipped
vehicles? - correct-answer - Most ABS brake lines can be bled like a conventional
(non-ABS) system. However, caution must be taken because of the extreme
pressure.
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Most anti-lock brake systems require the removal of the pressure modulator fuse
when: - correct-answer - a "spaced-saver" spare tire is being used and
mismatched tires are being installed
What does a load sensing proportioning valve do? - correct-answer - It increases
the hydraulic pressure during braking at the rear wheel cylinders when the vehicle
is loaded
The brakes of a car squeal each time they are applied, which of the following is
the LEAST likely source of the noise? - correct-answer - Glazed brake pads
Which of the following is a true statement about proportioning valves? - correct-
answer - They provide better braking balance during hard stops
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A properly functioning load sensing proportioning valve will: - correct-answer -
cause an increase in the hydraulic pressure during braking at the rear wheel
cylinders when the vehicle is loaded.
Why don't disc brake system usually need adjustment? - correct-answer - A
certain amount of pressure is maintained by the metering valve
The front brakes of a car equipped with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes
in the rear, grab quickly as light pressure is applied to the brake pedal, which of
the following could be the cause of the problem? - correct-answer - Defective
metering valve
The brake warning light on the dash stays on all the time, which of the following
could be the cause of the problem? - correct-answer - A problem in the hydraulic
circuit
MICHIGAN STATE BRAKES CERTIFICATION
EXAM |ACTUAL QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED SOLUTIONS 2026
When inspecting brake fluid levels, a technician observes low fluid levels. which of
the following should be done first? - correct-answer - Inspect disc brake pads for
excessive wear
Which of the following is true about most properly functioning anti-lock brake
systems? - correct-answer - The brakes may lock up at speeds less than 10 miles
per hour
Which of the following is true about bleeding brake lines on most ABS equipped
vehicles? - correct-answer - Most ABS brake lines can be bled like a conventional
(non-ABS) system. However, caution must be taken because of the extreme
pressure.
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Most anti-lock brake systems require the removal of the pressure modulator fuse
when: - correct-answer - a "spaced-saver" spare tire is being used and
mismatched tires are being installed
What does a load sensing proportioning valve do? - correct-answer - It increases
the hydraulic pressure during braking at the rear wheel cylinders when the vehicle
is loaded
The brakes of a car squeal each time they are applied, which of the following is
the LEAST likely source of the noise? - correct-answer - Glazed brake pads
Which of the following is a true statement about proportioning valves? - correct-
answer - They provide better braking balance during hard stops
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A properly functioning load sensing proportioning valve will: - correct-answer -
cause an increase in the hydraulic pressure during braking at the rear wheel
cylinders when the vehicle is loaded.
Why don't disc brake system usually need adjustment? - correct-answer - A
certain amount of pressure is maintained by the metering valve
The front brakes of a car equipped with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes
in the rear, grab quickly as light pressure is applied to the brake pedal, which of
the following could be the cause of the problem? - correct-answer - Defective
metering valve
The brake warning light on the dash stays on all the time, which of the following
could be the cause of the problem? - correct-answer - A problem in the hydraulic
circuit
