Inspection should include
- using tools to remove brake drums and diagnose repair procedures
- using measuring tools to determine the condition of the rotor.
ASE 4: III. Brakes: C. Air Brakes: Mechanical/Foundation Brake System (P-1)
Process/Skill Questions:
- How is a brake drum micrometer used?
- What are safety measures when cleaning brake drums?
- What should be looked for when inspecting brake drums?
- What tool is used to check lateral run-out? Thickness variation?
- What evidence should be required to discard the rotor rather than repair it?
- How is the rotor measured for thickness variation?