What is a brake component inspection?
What Does a Brake Inspection Entail? A brake inspection is just that—an inspection of your brakes. A technician will spend some time looking at the brake pedal, brake lines, shoes, and brake pads, and inspect them for damage and malfunctions.
How do I prepare for a DOT inspection?
Be Prepared! A current DOT security plan. Records of valid annual inspections for all operating commercial motor vehicle equipment going back a minimum of 14 months. Completed driver logs on all drivers going back for 6 months. Drug and alcohol testing report covering all testing performed in the past calendar year.
When inspecting the brake assembly you should ensure CMV?
when inspecting the brake assembly, you should ensure: whenever a change of duty status is made, every three hours, or 150 miles, whichever comes first.
How often should air brakes be adjusted?
Normally two to four brake applications of 100 psi (689 kPa) per day will keep the brakes properly adjusted. If they are badly out of adjustment it may take up to 12 brake applications of 100 psi (690 kPa) to adjust them. If they are still out of adjustment a qualified person should repair them.
What should a brake drum be checked for during an inspection?
The brake drums, like the rotor, need to be checked for excessive wear or cracks. They also have to be machined smooth when a brake shoe is replaced and can only be machined down so far; then they must be replaced. Wheel or brake cylinders need to be inspected for any signs of leaking.
How often should I have my brakes inspected?
once every six months
Ideally, you should have your brakes inspected once every six months. Most people have this done at the same time as they have their tires rotated, so they don’t forget. If you cannot recall the last time a professional examined your braking system, you should arrange an appointment as soon as possible.
What parts of the brake system should you check for leakage during an inspection?
Brake Lines and Hoses Along with checking the brake fluid, the hoses and lines should be checked. If the master cylinder is low, there may be a leak somewhere in the lines. The lines and hoses can be visually checked for cracks, and the actual brake assembly can be checked for moisture.