Automotive Fluids Quiz 1

Certain types of Windshield washer fluids have additives that helps to prevent ________________.  

• freezing

• boiling

• leaking

• cleaning

Which of the following is a common multigrade engine oil?

• 75W-140

• 80W-90

• 30W-60

• 5W-30

Automatic transmission fluid is commonly __________. 

• green

• pinkish-red

• black

• yellow

What should be added to a battery if the electrolyte is low? 

• antifreeze

• Dex-Cool

• distilled water

• citric acid

Which of the following is a type of brake fluid? 

• DOT 3

• Dex-Cool

• Dexron/Mercon® 

• 80W-90

Technician A says that the more oil in the engine, the better. Technician B says running an engine low two or more quarts does no harm. Who is correct?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both Technician A and Technician B

• Neither Technician A nor Technician B

 Technician A says that clutch fluid is often DOT 3 brake fluid. Technician B says that brake fluid and power steering fluid are commonly interchangeable.  Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and Technician B

• Neither Technician A nor Technician B

Technician A says that coolant can be a variety of colors with green and orange being common. Technician B says that coolant needs to be mixed with water to provide the best protection against freezing and boiling. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and Technician B

• Neither Technician A nor Technician B

Technician A says that ethylene glycol based coolants are toxic and can be fatal if ingested. Technician B says that safer coolants are available, such as propylene glycol, for some applications. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and Technician B

• Neither Technician A nor Technician B

Technician A says that manual transmissions commonly have a plug on the side of the transmission to check the level. Technician B says that manual transmissions are permanently sealed and checking the fluid is not necessary. Who is correct?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both Technician A and Technician B

• Neither Technician A nor Technician B