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The distance of the gap between the brake lining and the drum is called:

Slack.. Section 5.1: This gap is adjusted by the slack adjuster.

The distance of the gap between the brake lining and the drum is called:

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Correct. This gap is adjusted by the slack adjuster.
  • B. Incorrect. "Wedge." is not correct. This gap is adjusted by the slack adjuster.
  • C. Incorrect. "Lag." is not correct. This gap is adjusted by the slack adjuster.
  • D. Incorrect. "Clearance." is not correct. This gap is adjusted by the slack adjuster.