Section 3

Brakes

Sub Section

Contents

3.1

Parking Brake Lever Mechanism

3.2

Hand operated brake control valves

3.3

Service brake control A. All types of braking systems
B. Hydraulic Systems (including servo assisted)
C. Diesel Engined vehicles with High Level of servo boost
D. Full power Hydraulic Braking systems
E. Air and Vacuum Systems (including over hydraulic)

3.4

Anti-Lock Braking Systems

3.5

Mechanical Brake Components

3.6

Hydraulic, Air and Vacuum Systems
A. Leaks
B. Brake Pipes and Flexible Hoses
C. Hydraulic Master Cylinders and Reservoirs
D. Servos
E. Reservoirs (air/vacuum)
F. Valves
G. Air Brake Actuators
H. Pumps and Compressors

3.7

Brake Performance
A. Roller Brake Test
B. Decelerometer Test
C. Plate Brake Test

3.8

Method of Calculating Brake Performance

3.9

Examples of latest type Ministry and Manufacturers and Plates

3.10

Brake Efficiency Table