How does the parking brake valve typically work in relation to air pressure, in terms of push or pull control?
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Correct answer to question 131 (Air Brakes): Pushing the control in releases the parking brakes (using air pressure to hold springs back), and pulling it out applies them
Why
On most air brake systems, pushing the yellow diamond-shaped knob in uses air pressure to hold the spring brakes released, while pulling it out cuts that air supply and lets the springs apply the brakes.
Updated: November 2026