Servicing Quiz

What is the first step to properly check your engine oil level?

• Open the bonnet and let the car sit for ten minutes.

• Park the car on level ground after the engine has reached operating temperature.

• Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.

• Check the dipstick for oil level markings.

How long should you let the car sit after opening the bonnet to ensure the oil has sufficient time to drain back to the sump?

• Five minutes

• Fifteen minutes

• Ten minutes

• Twenty minutes

What color is the ring end of the engine’s dipstick usually?

• Red

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

What should you do if the oil level is close to or below the low mark on the dipstick?

• Ignore it

• Add oil to the engine

• Remove the dipstick and clean it again

• Drive the car for a few minutes

What should you do if it has been 5,000kms since your last service and the oil level is near the low mark?

• Ignore it

• Add oil to the engine

• Call your local service center and book the car in to get checked out ASAP

• Drive the car for a few minutes

What should you do to check the condition of the drive belt?

• Twist it to see the ribs and check for cracks, oil-soaking, and glazing.

• Remove it and inspect it under a bright light.

• Measure its length and width.

• Check its color.

What does glazing on the belt surface indicate?

• The belt is new.

• The belt is too tight.

• The belt has been in contact with the pulley and may cause squealing.

• The belt is too loose.

What does glazing on an old and worn belt indicate?

• The belt is too tight and needs loosening

• The belt is not tight enough and requires tightening

• The belt is bottoming-out and requires replacement

• The belt is in perfect condition

What should be done if a belt is squealing?

• Replace the belt immediately

• Tighten the belt

• Rub belt dressing along the belt to restore grip

• Loosen the belt

What does "bottoming-out" of a V-belt cause?

• Increased friction and grip

• Reduced friction and slippage

• Belt tightening

• Belt loosening