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Car Maintenance 3-22-2022

Total questions: 38

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Preventive Maintenance involves:

a)

a trip to Advanced Auto

b)

speaking with a mechanic

c)

gas fill up

d)

routine checks

2.

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

a)

3,500 to 5,000 miles

b)

5,000 to 7,000 miles

c)

when the change oil indicator light is on

d)

when you see blue smoke from the tailpipe

3.

How do you check your oil

a)

With a dip stick

b)

You don't

c)

Yes

d)

No

4.

The "penny test" is where you place a penny in between the "wear bars" of your tire to measure what the tread life is on your tire.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

This component of the under the hood of a car is most likely called?

a)

Engine oil dipstick

b)

Radiator fluid check stick

c)

Engine oil filler cap

d)

Battery

6.

This component under the hood of a car is most likely called?

a)

Engine coolant reservoir

b)

Driver belt

c)

Car battery

d)

Clutch fluid reservoir

7.

This component under the hood of a car is most likely called the?

a)

Radiator

b)

Engine coolant reservoir

c)

Power steering fluid reservoir

d)

air filter assembly

8.

Rotating your tires is beneficial because it does which of the following (check all that apply)

a)

Reduces wear and tear on tires

b)

extends the life of the tire

c)

Allows you to always spend less money

d)

Keeps you from popping your tires

9.

Should the engine be warm or cold when you check the oil level in an automotive engine?

a)

Yes warm

b)

Maybe cold

c)

No warm

d)

Can I ask a friend

10.

What is the benefit of having tires inflated to the proper air Pressure

a)

Better fuel economy

b)

Better Steering

c)

Longer tire life

d)

All of the above

11.

Preventive Maintenance involves:

a)

a trip to Advanced Auto

b)

speaking with a mechanic

c)

gas fill up

d)

routine checks

12.

When a new tire(s) is required, it is best to change:

a)

get a retread

b)

two tires only

c)

all four

d)

one at a time; saves $$

13.

The amount of money it costs to drive your car (include maintenance, fuel, tires, insurance, license/registrations/taxes, depreciation, and finance.

a)

Average Cost per mile

b)

Operating Costs

c)

Engine Oil

d)

Maintenance

14.

Decrease in value due to wear and tear, decay, decline in price, etc

a)

Battery

b)

Ownership Costs

c)

Depreciation

d)

Average Cost per mile

15.

The amount of money it takes to just operate your vehicle (Gas, maintenance, tires)

a)

Maintenance

b)

Air Filter

c)

The amount of money it takes to own a vehicle (insurance, license, registration, taxes, finance charges)

d)

Operating Costs

16.

The amount of money it takes to own a vehicle (insurance, license, registration, taxes, finance charges)

a)

Ownership Costs

b)

Operating Costs

c)

Maintenance

d)

Tires

17.

Captures dirt particles and ensures proper airflow to the engine.

a)

Tires

b)

Battery

c)

Air Filter

d)

Hoses

18.

Supplies power to the starter motor, acts as voltage stabilizer and makes up for any shortfall when the alternator can't meet the vehicle's electrical needs

a)

Air Filter

b)

Belts

c)

Engine Oil

d)

Battery

19.

The only part of the vehicle that comes in contact with the road, tires are integral to safety and ride comfort

a)

Hoses

b)

Battery

c)

Tires

d)

Belts

20.
Where do you fill the engine oil
a)
Dipstick
b)
Oil Cap
c)
Header Tank
d)
Spout
21.
If the car is low on coolant it should be 
a)
topped up to the maximum mark
b)
it should be filled to the top
c)
the coolant should be drained and refilled
d)
left until it is empty and then filled up
22.
wiper blades usually last around 2 years. you know they need replacing when they are leaving marks across your windscreen
a)
true
b)
false
23.

What Dose The Highway Transportation System do?

a)

Provides safe, convenient, and efficient movement of people and goods from place to place.

b)

Provides a nice Sunday cruse .

c)

Takes you to the ocean for your car to get cleaned.

24.

What are the Three Components of the The Highway Transportation System?

a)

People, Vehicles, Roadways

b)

People, Stop signs, Railroads

c)

Roadways, People, Animals

25.

Who regulates the Highway Transportation System(HTS)?

a)

Federal, State Local, Governments

b)

The President

c)

Police, SWATT, FBI

26.

What Should you check every 1-2 months?

a)

Engine Oil

b)

Brake Fluid

c)

Coolant

d)

All the Above

27.

What is the purpose of a Carfax?

a)

Shows the true market value of the vehicle being purchased

b)

Calculates costs of the vehicle's maintenance & repairs

c)

Offers financing options to the consumer

d)

Supplies a vehicle history report to individuals

28.

It is important to comparison shop when purchasing a car. What does comparison shop mean?

a)

Always buy from a local dealership

b)

Take several photos to use for comparison

c)

Compare the true market value of every vehicle

d)

Compare the price & quality from different vendors

29.

What document is often called a "pink slip"?

a)

Proof of insurance

b)

The title

c)

A cashier's check

d)

Car sales receipt

30.

This type of law provides remedy for purchases of cars that fail to meet standards of quality.

a)

Kelley Blue Book

b)

Lemon Law

c)

Edmunds Law

d)

DOT Law

31.

A disadvantage of buying a new car is it loses value faster than a used car. This is called

a)

Capital gain

b)

Inflation

c)

Depreciation

d)

Amortization

32.

What information is listed in a vehicle's Carfax report? (hint: choose 3 correct answers)

a)

Ownership history

b)

Title history

c)

Repair and maintenance history

d)

Current loan balance

33.

In some cases, the used car you are buying may have a lien on it. A lien means

a)

The bank or lender is in possession of the title

b)

The car has been paid for in cash

c)

The car was bought in a different state than it's registered

d)

The car has alignment & maintenance issues

34.

It is important to have a used car inspected. How much does a professional inspection cost?

a)

Approximately $300

b)

Approximately $200

c)

Approximately $100

d)

Approximately $25

35.

What does vehicle maintenance consist of?

a)

A visual check of all vehicle systems

b)

A series of checks and replacement of serviceable items

c)

Replacement of oil, air, fuel filters only

d)

An inspection of the braking system only

36.

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

a)

It will ensure the vehicle will pass an MOT test

b)

It will identify potential faults before they become more dangerous

c)

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

d)

It will increase the price of the vehicle

37.

What measurements are used when checking tire pressures?

a)

Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and Bar

b)

Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and Meters

c)

Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and Atmospheres (ATM)

d)

Millimetres (mm) and Centimetres (cm)

38.

What is the minimum legal tyre tread limit?

a)

1.6mm

b)

1.0mm

c)

1.6cm

d)

1.0cm