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coolant quiz

Total questions: 27

Worksheet time: 9mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the purpose of a thermostat in an auto heating system?

a)

To adjust the tire pressure

b)

To control the radio volume

c)

To change the oil filter

d)

To regulate the temperature of the engine and maintain the optimal temperature for the heating system.

2.

What is the function of the heater core in an auto heating system?

a)

The function of the heater core is to provide music to the interior of the vehicle.

b)

The function of the heater core is to clean the interior of the vehicle.

c)

The function of the heater core is to provide heat to the interior of the vehicle.

d)

The function of the heater core is to cool down the interior of the vehicle.

3.

Explain the role of the blower motor in an auto heating system.

a)

The blower motor in an auto heating system controls the direction of the air flow.

b)

The blower motor in an auto heating system filters the air before it enters the cabin.

c)

The blower motor in an auto heating system pushes air through the heating and air conditioning system and into the cabin of the vehicle.

d)

The blower motor in an auto heating system regulates the temperature of the air in the cabin.

4.

How does a radiator system help in maintaining the temperature of a vehicle's engine?

a)

By increasing the engine temperature to prevent overheating

b)

The radiator system helps in maintaining the temperature of a vehicle's engine by circulating coolant to absorb excess heat and then cooling it before returning it to the engine.

c)

By blocking the flow of coolant to the engine

d)

By reducing the amount of coolant in the system

5.

What are the common issues that can arise with the blower motor in an auto heating system?

a)

Overheating due to excessive use

b)

Lack of lubrication causing friction

c)

Corrosion leading to motor damage

d)

Motor failure, electrical issues, and debris accumulation

6.

Name this part

a)

Radiator

b)

Thermostat

c)

Heater Core

d)

Intercooler

7.
on s standard car and truck engine what type of cooling is used?
a)
air cooling
b)
liquid cooling
8.
air cooled engines use what for cooling?
a)
coolant
b)
radiator
c)
water pump
d)
fins on the block
9.
Engine coolant consists of ________
a)
water and antifreeze
b)
oil and antifreeze
c)
water and stop leak
d)
water only
10.

What part is this?

a)

Recovery tank

b)

Radiator

c)

Heater Core

d)

Water Pump

11.

What senses the temperature of the coolant and allows the fluid to enter or exit the radiator?

a)

Radiator hose

b)

Water Pump

c)

Thermostat

d)

Radiator Cap

12.

What is the purpose of the radiator?

a)

remove heat from the coolant

b)

keep the coolant at 195oF

c)

Add heat to the coolant

d)

Slow down the air through the engine compartment

13.

What cooling system part will heat the passenger compartment?

a)

Cabin Air Filter

b)

Evaporator

c)

Heater Core

d)

Thermostat

14.

The purpose of the radiator cap is to increase the pressure of your cooling system.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

A technician says coolant mixes with engine oil to help with cooling

a)

True

b)

False

16.

The water pump on an engine is designed to

a)

keep water out of the fuel injectors.

b)

purify water and make it available to both the operator and the engine.

c)

keep water out of the oil system.

d)

circulate water through the cooling system.

17.

The boiling point of the coolant can be raised if the cooling system is ___________.

a)

smaller

b)

open

c)

reverse osmosis

d)

pressurized

18.

For every 1 PSI of pressure the boiling point of a liquid increases by ___ degrees.

a)

3

b)

4

c)

6

d)

5

19.

The water pump on an engine is designed to

a)

keep water out of the fuel injectors.

b)

purify water and make it available to both the operator and the engine.

c)

keep water out of the oil system.

d)

circulate water through the cooling system.

20.

The function of a radiator is:

a)

uses an impeller to force coolant through the engine coolant passages.

b)

stays closed until operating temperature is reached

c)

stores coolant

d)

primary heat exchanger for the vehicle engine

21.

The function of a coolant reservoir is:

a)

uses an impeller to force coolant through the engine coolant passages.

b)

stays closed until operating temperature is reached

c)

stores coolant

d)

primary heat exchanger for the vehicle engine

22.

The function of a thermostat is:

a)

uses an impeller to force coolant through the engine coolant passages.

b)

stays closed until operating temperature is reached, then allows coolant flow

c)

stores coolant

d)

primary heat exchanger for the vehicle engine

23.

If the thermostat does not open, the engine will typically:

a)

turn off

b)

overheat

c)

lose oil

d)

leak coolant

24.

if a radiator core (fin area) get clogged with dirt and debris, what is the immediate effect?

a)

poor coolant-to-air heat exchange

b)

the coolant will not flow effectively

c)

the cylinder head will warp

d)

the radiator will breach

25.

Tech A states the thermostat temperature can be adjusted to suit operational demands. Tech B states the thermostat is necessary for a vehicle to maintain operating temperature as designed.

a)

TECH A

b)

TECH B

c)

BOTH TECHS

d)

NEITHER TECH

26.

Technician A says that coolant can be a variety of colors with green and orange being common. Technician B says that coolant needs to be mixed with water to provide the best protection against freezing and boiling. Who is correct?

a)

Technician A

b)

Technician B

c)

Both Technician A and Technician B

d)

Neither Technician A nor Technician B

27.

What reacts to the temperature of the coolant and allows it to flow throught the cooling system?

a)

radiator hose

b)

water pump

c)

thermostat

d)

radiator cap