Starting and Charging Systems

Each of the following is a basic part of the starting system except the ____.

• solenoid

• inverter

• ignition switch

• starting motor

Which of the following terms describes a starter solenoid?

• Rectified contactor

• High-current relay

• Amplitude-modulated diode

• Shunt-wound motor

The starter pinion gear engages the ____ to “crank” the engine.

• harmonic balancer

• cam gear

• flywheel gear

• crankshaft gear

A ____ uses an extra set of gears and an overrunning clutch assembly to provide greater starting torque.

• reduction starter

• high-torque starter

• pinion/idler starter

• geared starter

To prevent an engine from cranking while the vehicle is in gear, a ____ is commonly used.

• selector safety switch

• lockout actuator

• neutral safety switch

• shift interlock unit

While discussing hybrid starting systems, Technician A says the HV power control module converts dc into three-phase ac to operate the motor-generator for engine startup. Technician B says the hybrid control module activates the fuel and ignition systems so the engine will start and run. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B

A starting motor typically draws less amperage than any other automotive electrical component.

• True

• False

When performing a starting headlight test, what is indicated if the lights stay bright, but the engine does not crank?

• A shorted starting motor

• An open in the starting circuit

• A weak or discharged battery

• A blown fusible link

A quick method of checking circuit resistance without disconnecting wires is the ____ test.

• amperage value

• ohm gain

• voltage drop

• ground integrity

Technician A says that if an ohmmeter reads zero when testing a field coil, the windings are open. Technician B says the zero reading indicates that the windings are not open. Who is right?

• Technician A only

• Technician B only

• Both Technician A and B

• Neither Technician A nor B