ignition system

If the engine makes a clicking noise but doesn't turn over, what could be the issue?

• Loose connection

• Dead battery

• Faulty alternator

• Bad starter

A mechanic can replace your ignition switch, battery cables, or starter. True or False?

• True

• False

Fill in the blank: A failing _______ switch can prevent the engine from starting.

• A) ignition

• B) alternator

• C) starter

• D) battery

Fill in the blank: A dead battery has no _______.

• A) charge

• B) turn over

• C) starter

• D) alternator

Fill in the blank: The _______ sends electric current to the battery.

• A) alternator

• B) starter

• C) ignition switch

• D) relay

What could a malfunctioning alternator lead to?

• Dead battery

• Clicking noise

• Engine start

• Loose connection

Fill in the blank: A(n) _______ is attached to a battery's negative terminal and completes the circuit.

• ground

• starter

• alternator

• ignition

What symptom indicates a loose connection involving the starter or starter relay?

• A) Lights work but engine is silent

• B) Clicking noise

• C) Engine turns over

• D) Battery charge

Fill in the blank: A bad _______ can lead to a dead battery.

• A) alternator

• B) starter

• C) ignition switch

• D) relay

What should you do if your battery is dead?

• Jump start

• Replace alternator

• Check ignition

• Replace starter