Safe DrivingPregunta 76 de 80
On a long downhill grade, brakes can fail if:
a.The bus is empty
b.They overheat from being used continuously without a low gear
c.The road is dry
d.You use the engine to slow down
Explicación
Riding the brakes continuously on a long downgrade makes them overheat and lose stopping power, a condition called brake fade. Use a low gear so engine braking helps control speed and the brakes get a rest. This is critical with a heavy passenger load.
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