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Worksheets777 Basic Routine Vehicle Maintenance
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
What ignites the fuel in a compression ignition engine?
Spark plug
Manifold heater
Low pressure fuel
Compression of air
Which component in a liquid cooling system requires good air flow for effective operation?
A radiator
A thermostat
A water pump
A pressure cap
At the end of which stroke, of a four cycle, does the spark plug ignite the air/fuel mixture?
Power
Exhaust
Induction
Compression
During maintenance on a hybrid vehicle orange cables are visible, what are these cables used for?
These are high voltage cables.
These are starter motor cables.
These connect the auxiliary systems.
These are used for the ignition system
During routine vehicle maintenance, what might a Technician need to drain from a diesel fuel filter?
Oil.
Air.
Petrol.
Water.
Which special equipment should be used when fitting a new clutch?
A 2-legged puller.
A 3-legged puller.
A hydraulic press.
A clutch alignment tool.
What is the purpose of a differential?
To lower torque to the wheels.
Transfers the power to the prop shaft.
Allows drive to change direction at 180°.
To allow wheels to travel a different speeds
What would indicate that a tyre is under-inflated?
The tread wearing in the centre.
The tread wearing in uneven patches.
The tread wearing on the outer edges.
The tread wearing on the inner edges.
What is the legal minimum tread depth for a car tyre?
2mm across the entire tread around the entire circumference
1.6mm across the entire tread around the entire circumference
2mm across the central ¾ of the tread around the entire
1.6mm across the central ¾ of the tread around the entire circumference
Which component contains a tungsten filament?
A fuse.
A relay.
A head light bulb.
A light emitting diode(LED)
Why would a mechanic use a wiring diagram?
To find part numbers.
To Find the resistance of a wire.
To find current ratings.
To help locate electrical components.
What gear does the starter motor pinion gear mesh with?
Bevel Gear
Ring gear
Planet gears
Crown gear
What tool would a technician use to test the brake fluid condition?
A pressure bleeder
A pressure tester
A hydrometer
A Hygrometer
What is a Wheel cylinder?
A brake component.
A wheel component.
An Engine component
An ECU
What is the purpose of a wheel cylinder?
To Line up the drive shaft
To Maintain Tyre pressures
For smooth steering operation
To push the brake shoes onto the drum
What is the minimum legal limit for a light vehicle tyre?
1mm
1.2mm
1.6mm
2mm
A tyre has a sidewall marking of 205 50 R 16 what does the 50 refer to?
The load index
The speed rating
The tread pattern
The aspect ratio
What component will use epicyclic gears?
A differential
Wheel Hub
An automatic gearbox
A manual gearbox
What is the purpose of a differential?
To prevent the wheels from spinning
To allow the wheels to turn at the same speed
To allow the wheels to turn at different speeds
To prevent over and understeer
How do you correctly start an automatic car?
Park position with foot on brake
Park position with foot on clutch
Drive position with foot on brake
Drive position foot on clutch.
During routine maintenance which basic transmission task should be carried out?
Check the clutch
Check the gearbox level
Check the differential gears
Check the gears mesh correctly
What is the name for a gear with horizontally cut teeth?
Spur
Helical
Epicyclic
Worm
Which component helps a diesel engine to start when cold?
Core plug
Spark plug
Raw plug
Glow plug
How does a diesel engine ignite fuel?
Compression and a glow plug
Compression and a spark plug
Compression and atomised air
Compression and cylinder heat.
