KAA Gr. 15 - Test Level 6 - Maintenance Principles -

What is the meaning of a vehicle maintenance in automotive context ?

• A visual check of all vehicle systems only

• A series of checks and replacement of components, lubricants and fluids

• Replacement of oil, air filter, fuel filters only

• An inspection of the braking system only

Which of the statements below is an advantage of vehicle maintenance?

• It will ensure the vehicle will pass the technical inspection (General Traffic Department)

• It will identify potential faults before they become more dangerous

• It will ensure the vehicle will not breakdown before its next service

• It will increase the price of the vehicle

How often are oil changes required for today's vehicles?

• 5000 to 7,500 km

• 7,500 to 10,000 km

• 15,000 - 30,000km, depending on time and distance factors as well as driving style etc.

• when you see blue smoke from the tailpipe

How often should you change the Oil in a vehicle?

• 3 months or 3000 miles

• Google any vehicle

• Manufacturer's Recommendations

• Ask your Mom

Which of the following tasks make up part of vehicle maintenance ?

• changing the oil

• checking the brake pads

• repairing the exhaust

• washing the vehicle

• replacing the cleaner cartridge

What is a wear process?

• Material aging

• Deterioration of lubricants

• Build up of material residue ( dust etc.)

• Material abrasion

Which statement is true?

• In many cases, the resources are not used up fully.

• When being a vehicle, the customer has to decide whether to opt for time-based or distance-based maintenance.

• For safety reasons, the scope of the lubricant and maintenance includes superfluous work.

• Occasionally, resources are exhausted prematurely.

Which strategy keeps downtime costs low?

• Combined scheduled maintenance due dates.

• Separate maintenance of the major assemblies.

Which of these variables use up resources at an above-average rate?

• Driving at rev speeds where torque is highest.

• Short journeys

• Driving in top gear

• Driving at high rev speeds

Which variables are measured by the oil sensor (passenger cars)?

• Water content in the oil

• Oil viscosity

• Oil level

• Oil temperature