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What is the purpose of the air compressor in an air brake system?
a.To release the parking brakes automatically
b.To pump air into the air storage tanks
c.To warn the driver of low air pressure
d.To apply the service brakes evenly
Explicación
The air compressor pumps air into the storage tanks (reservoirs) that hold the compressed air used for braking. It is usually connected to the engine by gears or a belt. Without it, the system could not build or maintain the air pressure the brakes need to work.
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