​Auto tech final ( study guide )

​Auto tech final
( study guide )

By Steve May

Multiple Choice

Normally, whose job is it to prepare a repair cost estimate for a customer?

• service advisor

• Parts manager

• master automotive technician

• Service manager

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about safety glasses is true?

• Some service operations require additional eye protection to be worn with safety glasses

• They should offer side protection

• all of the above

• The lenses should be made of a shatterproof material

Multiple Choice

Technician A says fuses and other circuit protection devices normally wear out.  Technician B says to avoid future problems, replace a bad fuse with a higher ampere-rated fuse.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Neither A nor B

• Both A and B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Technician A says uses an ohmmeter to measure resistance of a component.  Technician B uses a voltmeter to voltage drop.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Neither A nor B

• B only

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a source of energy in an automobile's electrical system?

• AC generator

• Both A and B

• Battery

• Neither A nor B

Multiple Choice

Coil spring designs and ratings are being discussed.  Technician A says coil springs may have a constant rate.  Technician B says coil springs may have a variable rate.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major cause of tire failure?

• All of the Above

• Age

• Improper maintenance

• Overloading

Multiple Choice

Technician A says a ventilated rotor helps cool the disc brake assembly.  Technician B says the splash shield helps cool the disc brake assembly.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Neither

• B only

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Technician A says current will increase with a decrease in resistance.  Technician B says current will decrease with an increase in resistance.  Who is correct?

• Neither A nor B

• A only

• B only

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Which of the following belt materials are commonly used in radial tires?

• fiberglass, steel, and rayon

• Steel, nylon, and fiberglass

• All of the above

• nylon, rayon, and steel

Multiple Choice

Technician A says brake linings are riveted to the brake shoes.  Technician B says brake linings are bonded to the brake shoes.  Who is correct?

• Neither A nor B

• A only

• Both A and B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Technician A says all tie-rod ends come equipped with protective boots.  Technician B says all tie-rod ends come equipped with grease fittings.  Who is correct?

• Neither A nor B

• B only

• Both A and B

• B only

Multiple Choice

How many volts are present in a fully charged 12-volt battery?

• 12.6

• 12.2

• 12.4

• 12.0

Multiple Choice

An undesirable substance that is a result of service could best be described as a:

• Ergonomic hazard

• Hazardous waste

• Chemical hazard

• Physical hazard

Multiple Choice

Technician A says an electronically controlled power steering system provides power assistance when the engine stalls.  Technician B says an electronic rack eliminates the hydraulic pump and hoses.

• Neither A nor B

• Both A and B

• B only

• A only

Multiple Choice

The coil springs of the vehicle:

• respond to wheel rebound

• respond to wheel jounce

• Support the weight of the vehicle

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Technician A cleans brake components with brake parts cleaner.  Technician B cleans brake part components in clean brake fluid.  Who is correct?

• Neither A nor B

• A only

• Both A and B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Tire sidewall makings are being discussed.  Technician A says treadwear, traction, and temperature ratings are indicated.  Technician B says maximum inflation pressure, tread plies, and sidewall plies are indicated.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Neither A nor B

• Both A and B

• B only

Multiple Choice

In a rack and pinion steering system, what protects the rack from contamination?

• The outer tie-rod socket

• The bellows boots

• The inner Tie-rod socket

• grommets

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is/are important when working in the automotive shop?

• use the proper tool for the job

• avoid loose-fitting clothes

• All of the above

• wear steel-toe shoes

Multiple Choice

Caliper housings are made from:

• Neither A nor B

• cast iron

• Aluminum

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Technician A says the shop foreman's primary job is to help technicians with difficult jobs.  Technician B says the shop foreman is sometimes called the lead technician.  Who is correct?

• A only

• B only

• Neither A nor B

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Duo-servo drum brake systems are being discussed.  Technician A says the primary shoe lining is often thicker than the secondary shoe lining.  Technician B says the typically has more lining surface area than the secondary shoe.  Who is correct?

• A only

• B only

• Neither A nor B

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Technician A says conventional shock absorbers dampen spring movement.  Technician B says conventional shock absorbs shock.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• B only

• Neither A nor B

Multiple Choice

Technician A says that after an individual passes a particular ASE certification exam, he or she is certified in that test area.  Technician B says all of the questions on an ASE certification exam are written as Technician A and Technician B questions.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• B only

• Neither A nor B

Multiple Choice

Technician A says some drums are made entirely of cast iron.  Technician B says some drums are made entirely of aluminum.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Neither A nor B

• B only

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

Technician A says hazardous wastes are substances that are the result of a service.  Technician B says chemical hazards are also called physical hazards.  Who is correct?

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

• A only

• B only

Multiple Choice

The function of the wheel cylinder is to:

• Convert hydraulic pressure to a mechanical force at the drum brakes

• Prohibit the shoe from following the movement of the rotating drum

• Provide the rubbing surface area for the linings

• maintain correct shoe position and clearance

Multiple Choice

In a typical drum brake, which component provides a foundation for the brake shoes and associated hardware?

• Backing Plate

• Drum

• Wheel cylinder

• Lining

Multiple Choice

The unit for measuring electrical current in:

• Ampoeres

• Ohms

• Volts

• Watts

Multiple Choice

Technician A says electrolyte is very corrosive.  Technician B says electrolyte is a water and hydrochloric acid solution.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Where does an over-inflated tire show its wear?

• In the center of the tread

• On the outside edges

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sidewall markings is correct?

• Aspect ratio or profile indicates a grading for tread life

• Recommended air pressure and safety warnings areindicated

• The tire's maximum safe inflation pressure and load are indicated.

• Section width is the distance between the tread and the bead

Multiple Choice

Which type of resistor is commonly used in automotive circuits?

• fixed value

• Variable

• Stepped

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

A technician must have a minimum of _____ years of hands-on work experience to get ASE certification.

• one

• two

• four

• three

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not associated with a  pedal pulsation problem?

• Air in the hydraulic system

• high lateral runout

• poor parallelism

• excessive wheel lug nut torque

Multiple Choice

Disc brake caliper pistons are being removed.  Technician A positions a large dull screwdriver in the piston's dust boot groove to pry out  the piston.  Technician B injects air pressure into the fluid line connection bore to remove the caliper piston.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• B only

• Neither A nor B

Multiple Choice

Gasoline is ________.

• Highly volatile

• Highly fammable

• Dangerous, especially in vapor form

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Disc brake rotor conditions are being discussed.  Technician A services the rotor if it has lateral runout, lacks parallelism, or is scored.  Technician B services the rotor if it is heat checked or is rusty.  Who is correct?

• Both A and B

• A only

• Neither A nor B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not part of routine battery inspections and maintenance?

• Inspect the case for cracks

• Visually check cables and terminals

• Refill the electrolyte level with clean electrolyte

• Clean all dirt from the battery case and tray

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are types of wires used in today's vehicles?

• solid

• stranded

• shielded

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which type of brake requires greater application force and is commonly used with power-assist units?

• Drum

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

• Disc

Multiple Choice

Wire sizes are being discussed.  Technician A says an AWG 20 gauge wire is larger than an AWG 22 gauge wire.  Technician B says a metric 1.0 gauge wire is smaller than a metric .8 gauge wire.

• B only

• A only

• Neither A nor B

• Both A and B

Multiple Choice

A technician turns in 50 hours of work in a 40-hour work week.  He is being paid $20 per flat-rate.  How much is he actually making per hour?

• $20

• $25

• None of the above

• $50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could cause an extremely hard brake pedal?

• Air in the system

• Use of the wrong fluid

• A leaking diaphragm in the vacuum power booster

• Excessively worn brake pads

Multiple Choice

Technician A says magnetism is a source of electrical energy in an automobile.  Technician B says chemical reaction is a source of electrical energy in an automobile.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

• B only

Multiple Choice

The core of any suspension system is the

• Wheel spindle assembly

• Ball Jount

• Spring

• Control arm

Multiple Choice

Rack-and -pinion steering systems are being discussed.  Technician A says they require two outer tie-rod ends.  Technicians B says they do not require inner tie-rod ends.  Who is correct?

• A only

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

• B only

Multiple Choice

Large vehicles typically use:

• Solid rotors

• two-piece rotors

• ventilated rotors

• all of the above

Multiple Choice

Brake linings should be replaced when linings are:

• Worn to within 1/32 inch (.794 mm) of the rivet head

• All of the above

• Contaminated with oil or grease

• Contaminated with brake fluid