In very cold weather, moisture can freeze in your vehicle’s air storage tanks. What can you do to help prevent this from happening?

Explanation: In very cold weather, moisture in the storage tanks can freeze. Ice can form in the pipes and this will result in loss of pressure, which could cause brake failure. Make sure that you drain the tanks daily as part of a routine. Most modern vehicles are fitted with automatic bleed valves. Check that they're working properly and that air-drying systems are effective.

Category: Vehicle Condition

References: The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Buses and Coaches: Section 2, The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles: Section 2