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WorksheetsCar Maintenance 3-22-2022
Total questions: 38
Worksheet time: 13mins
Preventive Maintenance involves:
a trip to Advanced Auto
speaking with a mechanic
gas fill up
routine checks
How often are oil changes required for today's vehicles?
3,500 to 5,000 miles
5,000 to 7,000 miles
when the change oil indicator light is on
when you see blue smoke from the tailpipe
How do you check your oil
With a dip stick
You don't
Yes
No
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.
True
False
This component of the under the hood of a car is most likely called?
Engine oil dipstick
Radiator fluid check stick
Engine oil filler cap
Battery
This component under the hood of a car is most likely called?
Engine coolant reservoir
Driver belt
Car battery
Clutch fluid reservoir
This component under the hood of a car is most likely called the?
Radiator
Engine coolant reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
air filter assembly
Rotating your tires is beneficial because it does which of the following (check all that apply)
Reduces wear and tear on tires
extends the life of the tire
Allows you to always spend less money
Keeps you from popping your tires
Should the engine be warm or cold when you check the oil level in an automotive engine?
Yes warm
Maybe cold
No warm
Can I ask a friend
What is the benefit of having tires inflated to the proper air Pressure
Better fuel economy
Better Steering
Longer tire life
All of the above
Preventive Maintenance involves:
a trip to Advanced Auto
speaking with a mechanic
gas fill up
routine checks
When a new tire(s) is required, it is best to change:
get a retread
two tires only
all four
one at a time; saves $$
The amount of money it costs to drive your car (include maintenance, fuel, tires, insurance, license/registrations/taxes, depreciation, and finance.
Average Cost per mile
Operating Costs
Engine Oil
Maintenance
Decrease in value due to wear and tear, decay, decline in price, etc
Battery
Ownership Costs
Depreciation
Average Cost per mile
The amount of money it takes to just operate your vehicle (Gas, maintenance, tires)
Maintenance
Air Filter
The amount of money it takes to own a vehicle (insurance, license, registration, taxes, finance charges)
Operating Costs
The amount of money it takes to own a vehicle (insurance, license, registration, taxes, finance charges)
Ownership Costs
Operating Costs
Maintenance
Tires
Captures dirt particles and ensures proper airflow to the engine.
Tires
Battery
Air Filter
Hoses
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
Air Filter
Belts
Engine Oil
Battery
The only part of the vehicle that comes in contact with the road, tires are integral to safety and ride comfort
Hoses
Battery
Tires
Belts
What Dose The Highway Transportation System do?
Provides safe, convenient, and efficient movement of people and goods from place to place.
Provides a nice Sunday cruse .
Takes you to the ocean for your car to get cleaned.
What are the Three Components of the The Highway Transportation System?
People, Vehicles, Roadways
People, Stop signs, Railroads
Roadways, People, Animals
Who regulates the Highway Transportation System(HTS)?
Federal, State Local, Governments
The President
Police, SWATT, FBI
What Should you check every 1-2 months?
Engine Oil
Brake Fluid
Coolant
All the Above
What is the purpose of a Carfax?
Shows the true market value of the vehicle being purchased
Calculates costs of the vehicle's maintenance & repairs
Offers financing options to the consumer
Supplies a vehicle history report to individuals
It is important to comparison shop when purchasing a car. What does comparison shop mean?
Always buy from a local dealership
Take several photos to use for comparison
Compare the true market value of every vehicle
Compare the price & quality from different vendors
What document is often called a "pink slip"?
Proof of insurance
The title
A cashier's check
Car sales receipt
This type of law provides remedy for purchases of cars that fail to meet standards of quality.
Kelley Blue Book
Lemon Law
Edmunds Law
DOT Law
A disadvantage of buying a new car is it loses value faster than a used car. This is called
Capital gain
Inflation
Depreciation
Amortization
What information is listed in a vehicle's Carfax report? (hint: choose 3 correct answers)
Ownership history
Title history
Repair and maintenance history
Current loan balance
In some cases, the used car you are buying may have a lien on it. A lien means
The bank or lender is in possession of the title
The car has been paid for in cash
The car was bought in a different state than it's registered
The car has alignment & maintenance issues
It is important to have a used car inspected. How much does a professional inspection cost?
Approximately $300
Approximately $200
Approximately $100
Approximately $25
What does vehicle maintenance consist of?
A visual check of all vehicle systems
A series of checks and replacement of serviceable items
Replacement of oil, air, fuel filters only
An inspection of the braking system only
Which of the statements below is an advantage of vehicle maintenance?
It will ensure the vehicle will pass an MOT test
It will identify potential faults before they become more dangerous
It will ensure the vehicle will not breakdown before its next service
It will increase the price of the vehicle
What measurements are used when checking tire pressures?
Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and Bar
Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and Meters
Pounds per Square Inch (PSI) and Atmospheres (ATM)
Millimetres (mm) and Centimetres (cm)
What is the minimum legal tyre tread limit?
1.6mm
1.0mm
1.6cm
1.0cm
