Technician A says that when pressure testing a radiator cap, a special adapter is needed. Technician B says the best way to check thermostat operation is while it is in the engine. Who is right?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both

• Neither

A technician is checking resistance in an engine's spark plugs wires using an ohmmeter. A general rule is to replace a wire if resistance is over:

• 50,000

• 30,000

• 35,000

• 25,000

A Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicle with an automatic transaxle has excessive vibration. Technician A says that the vibration could be caused by worn engine/transaxle mounts. Technician B says that the vibration could be caused by a misaligned engine/transaxle subframe. Who is right?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both

• Neither

Technician A says that if a wire is getting too hot, it's a sign of higher-than-normal current flowing through. Technician B says the wire would heat up if some of the individual strands are broken inside the wire insulation. Who is right?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both

• Neither

Technician A says electrical connectors can be disconnected with the ignition switch ON, as long as the technician is using a ground stop. Technician B says when welding on a vehicle, the technician needs to use a static wrist strip. Who is right?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both

• Neither

Technician A says the thermostat maintains maximum engine operating temperature. Technician B says if the engine continuously runs hot, install a cooler thermostat. Who is right?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both

• Neither

A vehicle equipped with MacPherson strut suspension is in the repair shop for new tires and alignment. The technician noticed that the vehicle has some play in the lift-side inner-tie rod. What should the technician tell the customer.

• It is not a problem that will affect alignment.

• He can align the front end, but the tie rod should be replaced soon.

• the inner tie-rod needs to be replaced before an alignment can be performed.

• He can set the vehicle alignment to compensate for the play in the inner tie-rod.

An engine is losing coolant, yet has no external leaks. Technician A says to run the engine and see if there is white smoke coming out of the exhaust. Technician B says to find out if the engine's emission system uses a catalytic converter before running the test above. Who is right?

• Technician A

• Technician B

• Both

• Neither

All of the following should be performed during a preliminary transmission check EXCEPT:

• Check transmission fluid level

• Visually check wiring and electrical connections

• Check the condition of the filter

• Check for fluid leaks

A smeary film on the windshield is an indication of:

• Evaporator core leak

• Water valve leak

• Heater core leak

• Restricted drain hose