EXHAUST BRAKE SWITCH (When to turn on)
Having trouble understanding "Exhaust" brake use. At 50 mph, I turned the switch on as I approached a town with slower speed. It slammed hard in the rear and started slowing. It took about 5 seconds f...
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Your profile doesn't show what you're driving. Guess I am also a novice since I've only had the diesel for over a year. I was told not to bother turning the exhaust brake off. I always drive with it on, and I find that it decelerates the rig when I ease off the gas even before I press the brake. Makes my drive very comfortable. Out here we have lots of mountains and hills, and if I keep my speed around 45mph going down the mountains (truck speed posted at 30 to 35 mph) I seldom have to touch the brake peddle as the engine brake slows my speed nicely.
Happy Trails.
Happy Trails.
