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Total questions: 62
Worksheet time: 31mins
What is the purpose of the radiator cap?
keeps coolant warm for heater core
increases flow of coolant
increases boiling point of coolant
All the above
If there is a red fluid under your vehicle, where does it come from?
transaxle
radiator
brake lines
Transmission
The standard color of the connector of vehicles with SRS (supplemental restraint system) is yellow.
True
False
The (a) (2 words) is located between the evaporator and condenser.
What happens if a wheel speed sensor fault is set in the ABS control module?
the ABS and the basic brakes become inoperative
the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates
the ABS warning lamp illuminates
the pedal pulsates during braking
What is this tool?
radiator
thermometer
coolant pressure tester
thermostat
When running an engine vacuum test you get 18inches of vacuum. What does this mean?
normal condition
crossed spark plug wires
broke timing belt
ad brake booster
A vehicle has a low spongy brake pedal. Which of these is most likely to result in this condition?
seized sliding pins
low brake fluid
Worn brake pads
Air in the hydraulic system
Dot3 brake fluid is silicone based?
True
False
This tool is used to check the temperature of the engine.
True
False
A vehicle pulls to the left only when the brakes are applied. This condition is MOST likely caused by:
A seized left front caliper
A restriction in the left front brake line
Leaking master cylinder cup seals
A seized right front caliper
A vehicle blows blue gray exhaust from its tailpipe at all times. The MOST likely cause of this condition is:
Worn piston rings
Blown head gasket
A lean fuel condition
A leaking fuel injector
If a technician reversed the leads of a digital voltmeter on a 12-volt circuit the readout would show:
(a)
A vehicle with front disc brake shudders when the brakes are applied. Which of these could be the cause?
worn disc pads
a leaking grease seat
warped brake rotors
a tight wheel bearing
All of these are part of a work order EXCEPT?
V.I.N number
Address of owner
vehicle manufacture date
Date of birth
A diode is the electronic device that allows current to flow only in one direction.
True
False
How many amps will flow through a circuit with 3.3 OHMs of resistance if 14.0 volts are applied?
(a)
What is the order of the four strokes of a gasoline engine? (4 words only)
(a)
A car battery is being diagnosed for a dead battery after sitting overnight. The battery is two weeks old. Which is the right diagnostic test?
starter solenoid test
Parasitic draw test
Battery fuse test
voltage drop test
10.9 is stamped on the top of a bolt head, what does this number stand for?
thread pitch
strength
length
diameter
The left front inner most pads on a four-wheel disk brake system are excessively worn. The outside pad has little wear. Which of these have caused this uneven pad wear?
Proportioning valve
Metering valve
Brake caliper slide pins
Uneven rotor thickness
A vehicle is emitting black exhaust from its tailpipe under all driving conditions. This is because:
There is oil in the combustion chamber
There is coolant in the combustion chamber
There is too much fuel in the combustion chamber
There is too much air in the combustion chamber
After diagnosing and replacing the cooling system's water pump, the vehicle's engine continues to overheat. Which of these is the MOST likely cause?
An air pocket in the system
Leaking head gasket
Faulty replacement water pump
The radiator
The brakes are being bled on an ABS equipped vehicle. Technician A says that a system using DOT 3 brake fluid can be topped off with DOT 5. Technician B says that a scan tool may be used for brake bleeding on some applications. Who is right? (Type A or B)
(a)
What is the proper way to discharge a vehicles brake booster accumulator?
drain all of the brake fluid
Pump the brake pedal several times with the engine off
removes the brake booster
Disconnect brake lines
A vehicle is at idle. The battery is showing 16 volts. What component causes this condition?
Bad battery
Voltage regulator
Diode
All of the above
What condition will a dirty cabin air filter cause?
Dirty musty smell coming from the vents
Reduces efficiency of the A/C system
Affects engine vacuum at idle
None of the above
A band type tire pressure monitoring (tpms) sensor is being installed around the center of the rim. How many degrees from the valve stem should the sensor be mounted? (Just write the number)
(a)
Permanent magnet generator type ABS wheel speed sensors generate
an AC voltage signal
a DC voltage signal
a square wave signal
a fixed frequency signal
A vehicle pulls slightly to one side only while braking. Which of these could be the cause?
a binding parking brake cable
worn wheel bearings
a failed proportioning valve
a cracked ABS tone wheel
What is the technician doing in the image?
Playing with grease
Packing a wheel bearing
installing grease into a ball joint
installing grease in a CV joint
Spark plugs are being replaced on a v6 engine. Which should be performed prior to removing the
boot?
Soak with penetrating fluid
Bring engine to operating temperature
Disconnect the positive battery
Twist the boot ½ turn
Fluid level in a transmission with no dipstick should be checked how?
Drain transmission fluid
Level vehicle and set to operating temperature
Use a different dipstick
What is this component?
O2 sensor
Dipstick
Evaporator
Brake pad
Tires are being rotated. Student A says wheel weight retaining clips should be matched with wheel profile. B says directional tires should be rotated in a criss cross pattern. Which student is correct? (Just type A or B)
(a)
What is the difference between 5W-30 and 10W-30 motor oil?
5W-30 is thicker
10W-30 works better in cold weather for lubrication
10W-30 is thicker
5W-30 is only used in smaller engines
A vehicle is in the shop for a MIL light on. Student A says you can plug a scan tool in to the DLC port to retrieve any codes. Student B says to erase the codes and test drive to see if the light comes back on. Who is right? (Just type A or B)
(a)
Spark plugs are being replaced. All are true EXCEPT:
ignition coils may have to be removed
compressed air should clean spark plug area before being removed
anti – seize can be used on spark plug thread
spark plugs should be started with a ratchet
During a test drive the technician notices an excessive vibration in the steering wheel only when the brakes are applied. The front brake rotors have just been replaced for this same vibration. Which of these is MOST likely the cause of this condition?
Excessive lateral runout
Rusty hub flange
This is a normal condition
Excessive thickness variation
An engine's exhaust is white gray colored. Which of the following is causing this condition?
Oil burning in the combustion chamber
Excessive fuel burning in the combustion chamber
A rich fuel mixture
Coolant burning in the combustion chamber
A vehicle has a steady pull to the left. All of these will cause this condition EXCEPT:
The caster angle
Low tire pressure
The camber angle
Steering U-joint coupling
The rear tires on a vehicle with independent rear suspension are worn on the inside tread. Which of the following is MOST likely the cause of this condition?
The toe
Underinflated tires
The caster
None of the above
What can cause grabby brakes?
Bad master cylinder
Contamination from oil or grease
low brake fluid
Bad brake booster
A vehicle pulls to the left only while braking. Technician A says this could be a restricted left front brake line. Technician B says this could be a frozen right front caliper. Who is correct?
Technician A
Technician B
Both A and B
Neither A or B
Front brake rotors are being re-finished using the on car brake lathe. Student A says you can use an impact wrench to tighten the hub adapters. Student B says you should mic the rotors before starting to check specification. Who is right?
Student A
Student B
Both
Neither
A technician is performing an electrical system parasitic draw test which of these is an acceptable measurement?
75 mV
100 mA
25 mv
50 mA
At idle a vehicle's battery should have how many volts?
12.0
12.6
13.9
15.1
A vehicle's right front wheel has a growl that increases with vehicle speed. The MOST likely cause is:
Excessive rotor lateral run out.
Warped rear brake drums.
Worn CV-Joint.
Worn wheel bearing.
A car is in the shop for a tire rotation.
Student A says it’s a good idea to inspect the brakes while the wheels are off. Student B says you can use an Impact wrench to torque the wheels as long as you use the star pattern. Who is right?
Student A
Student B
Both
Neither
New tires are being installed on a truck. Student A says it doesn’t matter which side wall is in or out. Student B says to install correct tire pressure found on the side wall of the tire. Who is correct?
Student A
Student B
Both
Neither
Definition of PCM: (3 words)
(a)
Definition of DTC: (3 Words)
(a)
Definition of ASE: (4 Words)
(a)
What color is the SRS (supplemental restraint system) warning lights?
Yellow
Red
Orange
Green
Should you use a metric or standard feeler gauge to measure valve lash?
Metric
Standard
Which is a series circuit and which is a parallel circuit?
The top example is series and the bottom example is parallel
The top example is parallel and the bottom example is series
After four new tires were installed the vehicle now has a vibration while braking. Technician A says that when setting up the tire balancer entering an incorrect wheel width or diameter setting could be the cause. Technician B says that when installing the wheel lug nuts using the wrong torque or tightening sequence could be the cause.
Who is right?
A only
B only
Both
Neither A or B
What happens if a wheel speed sensor fault is set in the ABS control module?
the ABS and the basic brakes become inoperative
the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates
the ABS warning lamp illuminates
the pedal pulsates during braking
A vehicle with four wheel ABS pulls to the right during braking. This could be cause by a:
a failed ABS accumulator
Failed ABS pump motor
warped right front rotor
restricted brake hose
Immediately after a recent brake job, a click is heard on the first brake application after shifting from drive to reverse or from reverse to drive. Which could be the cause?
improperly fitted brake pads
improperly adjusted brake shoes
worn strut rod bushings
worn upper control arm bushings
Difference between 10w-30 and 5w-30
10w-30 will handle higher heat before it breaks down
5w-30 has lower viscosity in lower temp
5w-30 has higher viscosity in higher temps
Technician A says to clean the area before locating the leak. Technician B says to use dye and blacklight to find the leak.
Technician A
Technician B
Both
Neither
