Chapter 7

A technician is using a 3-ton engine hoist, a 5-ton shackle, and a 2-ton chain. What is the maximum weight he should lift with this setup?

• 2 tons

• 3 tons

• 5 tons

• all answers are correct

One ton equals how many pounds?

• 500 lb (226 kg)

• 1000 lb (453 kg)

• 1500 lb (680 kg)

• 2000 lb (907 kg)

When inspecting a lift, you should look for:

• cracks.

• dents.

• cuts.

• all answers are correct

In some countries, lifting equipment is subject to statutory testing and a ____________ should be attached to or displayed near the lifting equipment.

• weight limit certificate

• test certificate

• both answers are correct

• neither answers are correct

Which of the following is a type of lifting mechanism used in the automotive industry?

• Hydraulic jack

• Pneumatic jack

• Mechanical jack

• all answers are correct

Which of the following is a type of automotive jack?

• High-lift (farm) jack

• Bottle jack

• Sliding bridge jack

• all answers are correct

True or False. Scissor jacks are one of the most common types of jacks provided as part of the vehicle tool kit.

• true

• false

____________________ are adjustable supports used with vehicle jacks and are designed to support the weight of the vehicle after the vehicle has been raised by a vehicle jack.

• Wood blocks

• Jack stands

• both answers are correct

• neither answers are correct

The ___________ is also useful for raising the vehicle to a height that removes the need for the technician to bend down.

• scissor jack

• vehicle hoist

• transmission jack

• all answers are correct

Automotive hoists come in which of the following configurations?

• Single post

• Two post

• both answers are correct

• neither answers are correct