How often should slack adjusters and brake adjustment generally be checked on a vehicle in regular service?
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Correct answer to question 28 (Air Brakes): As part of regular pre-trip and periodic inspections, not just when a problem is suspected
Why
Brakes gradually wear and go out of adjustment over normal use, so checking them as a routine part of pre-trip and periodic inspections catches the problem early, rather than waiting for a failure or a complaint.
Updated: November 2026