Michigan State Brakes Certification Exam Practice
Questions And Solutions
Which of the following incorrect service procedures will cause brake lock-up? -
ANSWER -master cylinder push rod adjusted too long
Which of the following describes the proper way to depressurized an ABS
system? - ANSWER -Pump the brake pedal at least 25 times (or more, depending
on the manufacturer's recommendation) with the ignition off.
The rear brakes are dragging after having new linings installed and the drums
machined. the most likely cause is the: - ANSWER -technician use the parking
brake to adjust shoes and the cable is stuck
When turning brake drums: - ANSWER -use a dampening strap to reduce chatter
Which of the following is NOT a necessary drum brake measurement? -
ANSWER -run-out
On a 3-channel system, which wheels are on the same circuit? - ANSWER -both
rear wheels
One way to test an ABS wheel speed signal is to use _____ on your digital
multimeter. - ANSWER -AC volts
The key input for the ABS control module comes from the: - ANSWER -wheel
speed sensors
ABS speed sensor and sensor rings: - ANSWER -should not be hammered or
tapped on and should always be replaced as a matched set
Flexible brake hoses should be replaced: - ANSWER -when dampness is evident
on the hose
, Which of the following should be used to check for rotor thickness variation: -
ANSWER -Micrometer
After rebuilding a master cylinder, the rod between the master cylinder and
booster should be: - ANSWER -adjusted properly
Upon inspecting brake fluid condition, the technician observes the diaphragm in
the master cylinder cup is swollen. Which of the following is the most likely
cause? - ANSWER -silicone fluid added to the system
When inspecting brake fluid levels, a technician observes low fluid levels. which
of the following should be done first? - ANSWER -Inspect disc brake pads for
excessive wear
Which of the following is true about most properly functioning anti-lock brake
systems? - 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? - ANSWER -Most ABS brake lines can be bled like a conventional (non-
ABS) system. However, caution must be taken because of the extreme pressure.
Most anti-lock brake systems require the removal of the pressure modulator fuse
when: - ANSWER -a "spaced-saver" spare tire is being used and mismatched tires
are being installed
What does a load sensing proportioning valve do? - 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? - ANSWER -Glazed brake pads
Which of the following is a true statement about proportioning valves? -
ANSWER -They provide better braking balance during hard stops
Questions And Solutions
Which of the following incorrect service procedures will cause brake lock-up? -
ANSWER -master cylinder push rod adjusted too long
Which of the following describes the proper way to depressurized an ABS
system? - ANSWER -Pump the brake pedal at least 25 times (or more, depending
on the manufacturer's recommendation) with the ignition off.
The rear brakes are dragging after having new linings installed and the drums
machined. the most likely cause is the: - ANSWER -technician use the parking
brake to adjust shoes and the cable is stuck
When turning brake drums: - ANSWER -use a dampening strap to reduce chatter
Which of the following is NOT a necessary drum brake measurement? -
ANSWER -run-out
On a 3-channel system, which wheels are on the same circuit? - ANSWER -both
rear wheels
One way to test an ABS wheel speed signal is to use _____ on your digital
multimeter. - ANSWER -AC volts
The key input for the ABS control module comes from the: - ANSWER -wheel
speed sensors
ABS speed sensor and sensor rings: - ANSWER -should not be hammered or
tapped on and should always be replaced as a matched set
Flexible brake hoses should be replaced: - ANSWER -when dampness is evident
on the hose
, Which of the following should be used to check for rotor thickness variation: -
ANSWER -Micrometer
After rebuilding a master cylinder, the rod between the master cylinder and
booster should be: - ANSWER -adjusted properly
Upon inspecting brake fluid condition, the technician observes the diaphragm in
the master cylinder cup is swollen. Which of the following is the most likely
cause? - ANSWER -silicone fluid added to the system
When inspecting brake fluid levels, a technician observes low fluid levels. which
of the following should be done first? - ANSWER -Inspect disc brake pads for
excessive wear
Which of the following is true about most properly functioning anti-lock brake
systems? - 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? - ANSWER -Most ABS brake lines can be bled like a conventional (non-
ABS) system. However, caution must be taken because of the extreme pressure.
Most anti-lock brake systems require the removal of the pressure modulator fuse
when: - ANSWER -a "spaced-saver" spare tire is being used and mismatched tires
are being installed
What does a load sensing proportioning valve do? - 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? - ANSWER -Glazed brake pads
Which of the following is a true statement about proportioning valves? -
ANSWER -They provide better braking balance during hard stops
