What happens to braking ability if the slack adjusters are out of adjustment?
a.Braking will be smoother
b.The brakes may not work properly or could fail because the push rod travels too far
c.The air compressor will build pressure faster
d.Nothing, as the ABS compensates automatically
Explanation
If the slack adjusters are out of adjustment, the push rod has to travel too far to move the brake shoes against the drum. This reduces braking power and can lead to brake failure. Out-of-adjustment brakes are a leading cause of truck accidents.