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WorksheetsAUT 102 Pre/Post test
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which of the following statements is true with respect to a rotary engine?
The rotor is mounted in a cylindrical housing.
There is no reciprocating motion.
The engine produces one power pulse per rotor rotation.
The engine produces more vibration when compared to other ICEs.
Technician A says that the Apex seals in a rotary engine act like piston rings. Technician B says that the rotor is mounted in a rectangular housing. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
With a(n) ________, instead of mixing the fuel/air in the intake manifold, it mixes in the combustion chamber.
Oval combustion chamber
Wedge combustion chamber
Gas direct injection cylinder head
Bathtub combustion chamber
The overhead cam engine system is more complicated than the OHV engine due to the need for enhanced oiling at the top of the engine for the ______.
Camshaft
Lifters
Followers
All of the above
_______ is a measure of the amount of pressure the valve spring is exerting to overcome the inertia of the valve train as the valve reaches its fully opened position.
Valve spring closed pressure
Valve spring open pressure
Valve spring retainer pressure
Valve float pressure
All the statements below are true EXCEPT:
The timing of the valves is controlled by the physical shape and position of the cam lobes on the cam shaft.
Racing engines are designed to minimize the effect of the column inertia encountered at higher rpm.
Valve timing is critical to the proper operation of the ICE.
On variable valve timing engines, the valve timing can be modified to provide the best operating conditions.
Tech A says that valve overlap occurs between the exhaust stroke and the intake stroke. Tech B says that valve overlap occurs to assist in scavenging the cylinder. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Technician A says that when the lifter is on the base circle of the cam lobe, the valve is closed. Technician B says that the cam-in-block lifter rides directly against the valve. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Which of the following is NOT a style of pushrod end?
Ball to ball
Cup to adjustable tip
Ball to adjustable tip
Ball to cup
When oil inside of an engine's valve cover penetrates the edge of the valve cover gasket material, it may be designed to swell by approximately ____.
10%
20%
30%
40%
If the piston skirt is worn, the piston may make a knocking noise referred to as "piston slap" due to _________.
Someone holding the clutch pedal down excessively
A torque converter ballooning
Too much clearance between the skirt and the cylinder wall
A pressure plate with too much pressure
To calculate the compression ratio, ________ the volume of the combustion chamber above the piston at BDC by the volume of the combustion chamber above the piston at TDC.
Add
Subtract
Multiply
Divide
The ________ fits in the cylinder like a close-fitted, removable plug.
Piston
Piston Ring
Connecting Rod
Valves
The connecting rod caps must be replaced in the same orientation as they are removed or bearing failure will result.
True
False
Crankshafts:
use Woodruff keys.
use square-cut keys.
has a sealing surface.
All the answers listed
The _______ is approximately 2 inches thick and bolts in place where the cylinder head is fastened on to the engine block.
Guide plate
Torque plate
Pressure plate
Block plate
When preparing to hone a cylinder, first, clean the cylinder walls with solvent; then scrub them with ________ and a stiff brush to remove any metal and stone particles.
An undiluted cleaning agent
Hot water
Warm, soapy water
A chemical cleaning solution with one part water
Before boring a cylinder, the size of the _______ must be known.
Connecting Rod
Valve
Crankshaft
Piston
Technician A says if in aluminum cylinder head is overheated enough, the cylinder head can become warped and cause cam bores to become misaligned. Technician B says if the aluminum head has removable cam bearing caps, the bore can be machined in a process like line boring of the main bearing journals to correct the misalignment. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
If an engine has a balance issue during initial creation and testing, the factory will calculate the necessary amount of ________ needed.
Bob weights
Counterbalance
Mallory metal plugs
Piston weight
. Technician A says to use a depth micrometer to measure the piston height. Technician B says in most cases, the piston should be at least 0.030" above the cylinder block deck. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Which of the following is used to check bearing clearance with the crankshaft installed in the block?
Plastigauge
Brass feeler gauge
Outside micrometer
Inside micrometer
When discussing cylinder head removal and installation, Technician A says torque-to-yield (TTY) bolts are used to attach cylinder heads in all automotive engines. Technician B says TTY bolts must always be replaced, never reused when reassembling. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
The intake manifold bolts usually have a tightening sequence and specified torque like the cylinder heads, but the sequence usually starts with the middle bolts near the
Center
top
Plenum
Bottom
Once the valve springs are removed and the valve stem seal can be replaced, a special sleeve must be used that fits over the ________ grooves and protects the seal as it is installed.
Valve Stem
Valve Keeper
Valve Spring
Valve Seat
To pressurize the cylinder when replacing valve stem seals, the engine should be rotated such that the cylinder is ________.
At the BDC
At the TDC
In line with the crankshaft
In line with the camshaft
Technician A says that the camshaft position sensor is located in the cylinder head of the engine. Technician B says that the camshaft position sensor is located in the crankcase of the engine. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
The _______ is a device that allows the engine to 'breathe' by letting air in and out of the cylinders.
Valve
Piston
Crankshaft
Camshaft
What is the primary function of the piston rings in an engine?
To seal the combustion chamber
To cool the engine
To lubricate the piston
To increase engine noise
What is the purpose of the camshaft in an internal combustion engine?
To control the intake and exhaust valves
To provide power to the wheels
To cool the engine
To lubricate the engine
Technician A says that the camshaft is driven by the crankshaft through a timing chain or belt. Technician B says that the camshaft operates the intake and exhaust valves. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Technician A says that the crankshaft converts the linear motion of the pistons into rotational motion. Technician B says that the crankshaft is connected to the pistons via the connecting rods. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Which of the following is NOT a part of the piston assembly?
Piston Pin
Piston Rings
Connecting Rod
Valve Spring
What is the function of the cylinder head in an internal combustion engine?
To control the intake and exhaust valves
To provide power to the wheels
To seal the combustion chamber
To cool the engine
Technician A says that the crankshaft position sensor is located in the cylinder block of the engine. Technician B says that the crankshaft position sensor is located in the cylinder head of the engine. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Technician A says that the timing belt in an engine is responsible for synchronizing the crankshaft and the camshaft. Technician B says that a broken timing belt can cause severe engine damage. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Technician A says that the piston rings help to seal the combustion chamber. Technician B says that the piston rings help to cool the piston. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
What is the purpose of the oil pump in an engine?
To lubricate the engine's moving parts
To cool the engine
To increase engine noise
To seal the combustion chamber
Technician A says that the connecting rod connects the piston to the crankshaft. Technician B says that the connecting rod is part of the valve assembly. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
Which of the following is NOT a function of the engine oil in an ICE?
Lubricates the engine parts
Helps in cooling the engine
Seals the piston rings
Increases the engine noise
Technician A says that the piston rings help to seal the combustion chamber and transfer heat to the cylinder walls. Technician B says that the piston rings have no role in controlling oil consumption. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
The _______ is a device that helps to reduce the noise produced by the exhaust gases being expelled from the engine.
Muffler
Valve
Piston
Crankshaft
The _______ is a device that controls the amount of air that enters the engine.
Throttle body
Piston
Crankshaft
Camshaft
Technician A says that the timing belt synchronizes the camshaft and the crankshaft to ensure the valves open and close at the right times. Technician B says that the timing belt has no role in controlling the engine's power. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
What is the function of the spark plug in an internal combustion engine?
To ignite the air-fuel mixture in the combustion chamber
To cool the engine
To lubricate the engine's moving parts
To increase engine noise
Technician A says that the timing belt should be replaced at regular intervals to prevent engine damage. Technician B says that a worn timing belt can cause the engine to lose power. Who is correct?
Tech A
Tech B
Both Tech A and B
Neither Tech A or B
What is this Component
Crankshaft
Camshaft
Valve opener
Valve closer
What is this component?
Rockerarm
Valve
Piston
Name this component
Valve Cover Gasket
Oil pan Gaket
Piston Sealer
Head Gasket
Name this component
Cylinder Head
Engine Bottom
Oil Pan
Engine Block
