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WorksheetsVehicle Maintenance & Fluids Test
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
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 details should be contained on a job card?
Vehicle make, model, engine size and registration
Vehicle make, model, tyre size and registration
Vehicle make, model, engine size and tyre size
Vehicle make, tyre size, engine size and registration
Name the component displayed
Spark plug
Glow plug
Electrical plug
Sink plug
Name the component displayed
Air filter
Pollen filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
Name the component displayed
Fuel filter
Oil filter
Air filter
Pollen filter
What measurements are used when checking tyre 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)
The owner's manual is:
a glove box necessity
optional information for vehicular maintenance
the most important tool for maintaining your vehicle
not necessary
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
Oil and coolant levels falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Battery performance check falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Front and rear differential check falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Air filter check falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Replacing windshield wipers falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Headlight, signal, and break check falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Checking engine oil falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Washing your vehicle falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
Changing tire type falls under which category of maintenance?
Short term
Long term
Seasonal
On first starting an engine with new oil and filter, the technician should make sure the engine oil
Pump is primed and vented
Warning light extinguishes
Reaches the camshaft drive belt
Is allowed to change color before reviewing
when checking the engine oil level the vehicle must be on level ground and
the engine switched off and checked a short time after
running at idle speed
switching off and checked immediately
running above 3000 rev/min
Before removing the cap radiator ,what must a technician do?
allow the engine cooling system to cool down
remove the ignition keys
use a suitable container to catch the excessive coolant
ensure the correct cap is fitted
what is the piece of equipment shown in the image?
an oli drain container
a fuel drain container
a pressure washer
a lubricant dispenser
What can be used to measure the amount of air in a tire?
(a)
Where can you find the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle?
Drivers manual
Drivers side door
Inside your rims
on your tires
This light or gauge indicates the engine temperature is moving toward an unacceptable high temperature level
Coolant temperature light
Transmission temperature light
Catalytic converter warning
Oil pressure light
This light lets you know something is not good in the engine lubrication system
Reduced power warning
Oil pressure warning
Service vehicle light
Check engine light
_____ is the lifeblood of your cars engine. It provides lubrication to the many moving parts of an engine, which helps to avoid damage and keep your engine running smoothly
Oil
Transmission Fluid
Blinker Fluid
Coolant/Antifreeze
It’s dark and you have to move to the side of the road due to an emergency. You turn off your headlights and parking lights and turn on your
(a)
This fluid passes through the radiator and keeps the engine at its proper operating temperature
(a)
What fluid levels can be checked with this yellow dipstick?
(a)
What fluid has a reddish color to it and helps make the car move?
Transmission fluid
Gas
Oil
Power steering fluid
When you put your foot on the brake, you hear a loud squeal. When you release the brake, the noise stops. What issue with the brake system does this indicate?
Warped rotors
Worn down pads
Power assisted braking issue
Air has gotten into the brake lines
You should never let your gas tank get below.....
1/4 a tank
1/2 a tank
Just don't let it run out!
1/8 a tank
You should always inspect your vehicle before you drive
True
False
What is Number 7?
Oil Cap
Washer Fluid
The Battery
What Should you check every 1-2 months?
Engine Oil
Brake Fluid
Coolant
All the Above
What should you check every 6 months?
Air pressure in spare tire
Engine Fluid
Seatbelt
How often should you Change regular Oil and replace the Oil Filter
5000-7500 KMs
3000-5000 KMs
4000-7000 KMs
Never
The main purpose of thorough regular routine maintenance is to :
Increase profitability of the garage
Increase vehicle reliability
Increase the vehicle pollutants and emissions
Have the vehicle service book stamped
A car’s warranty may become void if _____ are used.
incompatible fluids
incorrect service procedures
improper intervals
All of the above.
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
The oil level should be between the _____ and _____ _________________________________________________ marks on the dipstick.
add
Full
add (low), full
Don't know where the dipstick is
What causes oil foaming?
Water
adding too much oil to an engine.
Fuel
Spark
When changing the fluid and filter in an automatic transmission, you should
warm the engine and transmission
position the new pan gasket using an approved sealer
start all the pan bolts with your fingers
All of the above
The gear selector should be in _____ when checking the fluid level in an automatic transmission or transaxle.
Reverse
1st gear
Park
3rd gear
Why should engine coolant be changed periodically?
Is less expensive in the winter
Make the car run faster
It will change color
The coolant will deteriorate after prolonged use
Power steering fluid level
should be checked regularly
should be checked with the engine off
can be checked on some vehicles by removing a dipstick from the power steering pump
All of the above.
When should an air filter be replaced?
Every oil change
Once a Year
An air filter should be replaced when it becomes extremely dirty
Every other Oil change
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
