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Since we published the last edition of the CCJ Air Brake Book in 2019, industry suppliers and the truck maintenance community have improved performance and maintenance practices for commercial vehicle braking systems. The 11th edition of CCJ’s Air Brake Book adds an important update on brake composition itself that might have sneaked by many maintenance pros and also various maintenance tips to keep drivers and fleets from suffering the consequences of out of service violations – like fines and downtime.
Since we published the last edition of the CCJ Air Brake Book in 2019, industry suppliers and the truck maintenance community have improved performance and maintenance practices for commercial vehicle braking systems. The 11th edition of CCJ’s Air Brake Book adds an important update on brake composition itself that might have sneaked by many maintenance pros and also various maintenance tips to seek drivers and fleets from suffering the consequences of out of service violations – like fines and downtime.
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Chapter 1: Brake friction goes greener
Friction material undergoes an EPA-friendly change.
Chapter 2: Air brake system anatomy
Understanding the components of a commercial vehicle air brake system is crucial to diagnosing and repairing complex brake problems.
Chapter 3: Safer disc brakes can help with driver retention, experts say
When weighing the pros and cons of drum and air disc brakes, experts point to several factors but perhaps now more importantly than ever is driver preference.
Chapter 4: Defining the driver’s role in brake maintenance
While brakes can fail or fall out of compliance at any given time, a proper and thorough pre-trip inspection is a fleet’s first line of defense.
Chapter 5: Step-by-step air brake inspection
A strong preventive maintenance program and frequent, thorough air brake inspection practices can lower the risk of brake failure and out of service orders.
Chapter 6: Brake adjustment a Top 5
truck out of service violation thanks
to misdiagnosis and improper shop practices
Despite years of warnings, automatic slack adjusters (ASA) continue to be manually adjusted by technicians who may not know any better.
Chapter 7: Selecting proper brake lining
Spec’ing the appropriate brake linings is key to optimizing brake performance and lowering maintenance costs.
Chapter 8: Brake relining and restoration
Taking time to thoroughly inspect and repair brake components when relining brakes can save money in the long run.
Chapter 9: Caliper stuck?
Uneven or accelerated pad wear can be caused by a defective caliper.
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting brake imbalance
Diagnosing and correcting brake imbalance issues is critical for vehicle performance and safety over the road.
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Chapter 1: Brake friction goes greener
Friction material undergoes an EPA-friendly change.
Chapter 2: Air brake system anatomy
Understanding the components of a commercial vehicle air brake system is crucial to diagnosing and repairing complex brake problems.
Chapter 3: Safer disc brakes can help with driver retention, experts say
When weighing the pros and cons of drum and air disc brakes, experts point to several factors but perhaps now more importantly than ever is driver preference.
Chapter 4: Defining the driver’s role in brake maintenance
While brakes can fail or fall out of compliance at any given time, a proper and thorough pre-trip inspection is a fleet’s first line of defense.
Chapter 5: Step-by-step air brake inspection
A strong preventive maintenance program and frequent, thorough air brake inspection practices can lower the risk of brake failure and out of service orders.
Chapter 6: Brake adjustment a Top 5 truck out of service violation thanks to misdiagnosis and improper shop practices
Despite years of warnings, automatic slack adjusters (ASA) continue to be manually adjusted by technicians who may not know any better.
Chapter 7: Selecting proper brake lining
Spec’ing the appropriate brake linings is key to optimizing brake performance and lowering maintenance costs.
Chapter 8: Brake relining and restoration
Taking time to thoroughly inspect and repair brake components when relining brakes can save money in the long run.
Chapter 9: Caliper stuck?
Uneven or accelerated pad wear can be caused by a defective caliper.
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting brake imbalance
Diagnosing and correcting brake imbalance issues is critical for vehicle performance and safety over the road.
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