During a pre-trip inspection, you check the 'Air Compressor Belt'. If it is loose, what happens?

The air pressure will build up too slowly.. Section 2.1: A loose belt will slip and the compressor will not pump air effectively.

During a pre-trip inspection, you check the 'Air Compressor Belt'. If it is loose, what happens?

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Correct. A loose belt will slip and the compressor will not pump air effectively.
  • B. Incorrect. "The engine will overheat." is not correct. A loose belt will slip and the compressor will not pump air effectively.
  • C. Incorrect. "The brakes will lock." is not correct. A loose belt will slip and the compressor will not pump air effectively.
  • D. Incorrect. "The steering will fail." is not correct. A loose belt will slip and the compressor will not pump air effectively.