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Worksheets151 Servicing (Advanced)
Total questions: 53
Worksheet time: 44mins
What type of belt is used to drive an alternator?
V-belt
Timing belt
Serpentine belt
Poly-V belt
What is the purpose of an alternator drive belt?
To power the alternator
To provide a tight fit for pulleys
To increase the efficiency of the alternator
To transfer power from the engine to the alternator
What are signs that an alternator drive belt needs to be replaced?
Squealing noise
Broken belt
Loose belt
All of the above
What should be done to ensure proper installation of an alternator drive belt?
Check for frayed edges
Adjust the tension
Lubricate the belt
All of the above
What is the most common cause of an electrical issue in a vehicle?
Bad connection
Faulty wiring
Poor maintenance
Corrosion
How can you check the electrical system in a vehicle?
Read the owner’s manual
Test the battery
Check for loose connections
All of the above
What type of tool should be used to diagnose electrical problems in a vehicle?
Multimeter
Oscilloscope
Wrench
Hammer
What is the first step in servicing vehicle electrics?
Check the battery
Inspect wiring and connections
Replace faulty components
Test the electrical system
When checking the braking system, what is the most important component to inspect?
Brake pads
Brake lines
Brake rotors
Brake fluid
What type of fluid should be used in a braking system?
Water
Motor oil
Power steering fluid
Brake fluid
What is the purpose of anti-lock brakes?
Increase speed
Reduce wear on brakes
Prevent skidding
Increase stopping power
What should be done before working on the braking system?
Change the oil
Check the tires
Test the brakes
Raise the vehicle
What is the most important factor when servicing a light vehicle suspension system?
Inspecting the steering components
Replacing the shocks
Checking the alignment
Ensuring correct tire pressure
When servicing a light vehicle suspension system, what should be done first?
Replace the shocks
Check the alignment
Inspect the steering components
Ensure proper tire pressure
What should be checked when servicing a light vehicle suspension system?
Tire pressure
Shock absorbers
Ball joints
All of the above
What is the purpose of a light vehicle suspension system?
To reduce shock and vibration
To improve handling and stability
To reduce fuel consumption
To improve the performance of the engine
What should be done to prevent premature wear on a light vehicle suspension system?
Ensure proper tire pressure
Replace the shocks regularly
Check the alignment regularly
Inspect the steering components
What is the most common cause of suspension failure?
Improper alignment
Worn shocks
Poor tire pressure
Loose steering components
Which of the following is a common symptom of an incorrectly balanced wheel?
Uneven tire wear
Vibration at high speeds
Abnormal tire pressure
All of the above
What type of tool is used to check the air pressure of a tire?
Pressure gauge
Torque wrench
Multimeter
Tire iron
What is the purpose of wheel alignment?
To ensure proper tire pressure
To adjust the toe of the wheels
To check for wear on the tread
To adjust the camber of the wheels
What should be done before a wheel is balanced?
The wheel should be checked for wear
The wheel should be inspected for damage
The tire should be inflated
The wheel should be cleaned
What type of tool is used to tighten lug nuts on a wheel?
Pressure gauge
Torque wrench
Multimeter
Tire iron
What should be checked in a light vehicle engine service?
Oxygen sensor
Air filter
Exhaust system
Fuel injector
Why is it important to check the condition of the spark plugs in a light vehicle engine service?
To check for air leaks
To ensure the fuel is combusting properly
To check the oil pressure
To check the fuel pressure
What type of tool is used to adjust the valve clearance in a light vehicle engine service?
Feeler gauge
Socket wrench
Screwdriver
Impact wrench
What type of fuel is used in a light vehicle engine?
Diesel
Natural Gas
Petrol
Biofuel
What type of component is an exhaust manifold?
Fuel injection system
Heat exchanger
Muffler
Exhaust pipe
What is the purpose of a catalytic converter?
To reduce exhaust noise
To reduce harmful exhaust emissions
To increase fuel efficiency
To increase engine power
What type of filter should be replaced during regular engine maintenance?
Air filter
Oil filter
Fuel filter
All of the above
What is the purpose of an oxygen sensor?
To measure oxygen levels in the exhaust
To reduce exhaust noise
To increase fuel efficiency
To regulate engine power
What is the purpose of an EGR valve?
To reduce exhaust emissions
To reduce engine power
To regulate fuel flow
To increase fuel efficiency
What type of tool is used to remove and replace a fuel filter?
Screwdriver
Socket wrench
Flashlight
Hammer
What type of fluid should be used to top up the engine coolant system?
Water
Oil
Ethylene Glycol
Diesel
Name 2 purposes of the job card?
To inform the technician of the type of service work required
To give to the customer to inform of the work completed
To allow the technician to record faults found
To record prices of parts and labour of the service
Why do main dealers require the service book to be up to date?
It makes them feel good
It ensures the manufacturers warranty is valid
It means the vehicle will never breakdown
It ensures the manufacturers warranty will last for 15 years
Name the component displayed
Air filter
Pollen filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
What safety precaution should a technician make prior to inspecting a hybrid/electric vehicle?
Ensure the 12v system is isolated
Ensure the high voltage system is isolated
Ensure the 12v and high voltage systems are isolated
Ensure the high voltage battery is charged whilst disconnected.
During an inspection, a tyre has a cut on the side wall exposing the ply cords, what recommendations would be given to the customer?
Replace the tyre
Repair with tyre weld
Repair with plug patch
Swap with rear wheel
If a vehicle had a parking brake efficiency of 10% what would be recommended to the customer?
Replace all shoes
Advise the brakes are OK
Strip the brakes for further examination
Replace brake shoes, drums and cables.
If a vehicle is presented for service with scratches on the rear bumper, what would be the FIRST action required of the technician?
Polish the scratches to see if they can be removed
Record the damage and report it before starting work
Start the service and do not record pre-service damage
Record the damage and report it once all work completed
What affect would an excessively worn ball joint have on the front suspension system?
Produce incorrect thrust angle
Produce incorrect camber angle
Produce failure of torsion bar bushes
Produce poor suspension damper operation
Which type of inspection provides information to the customer on the condition of their vehicle to pass the annual DVSA test?
Pre-MOT inspection
Post work inspection
Pre delivery inspection
Safety recall inspection
What should a technician do FIRST when testing a vehicle steering geometry to comply with work-based policies?
Adjust the steering arms
Check the tyre pressures
Identify the vehicle weight
Remove both front wheels
Which of the following pieces of equipment could be used to measure brake discs?
Internal Micrometer
External Micrometer
Drum Gauge
Voltmeter
What is the minimum foot brake efficiency needed to pass the MOT for a vehicle registered after September 2010?
90%
82%
30%
58%
Which of the following pieces of equipment could be used to measure headlight alignment?
What would you be testing from the following diagram
side lights
main beam
headlight (dip beam)
fog light
State what adjustment would be needed to the headlights if this image was displayed when testing
Lower the headlights
Raise the headights
Adjust the headlight aim left
Adjust the headlight aim right
Which components would fail, if this component breaks.
Camshaft and Valves
Battery and air conditioning
Thermostat and cooling
electric power steering and heating
On an MOT test which of the following is checked
tyre pressure
fuel level
head light alignment
car radio reception
which one of the following pulleys would you use for correctly tensioning the belt/timing
injp
injp
idler
tens
When caring out an MOT inspection, you notice a cv boot is split, how could this affect the MOT test?
Advise the fault
Fail the DVSA test
Do nothing
Replace the components
