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WorksheetsFloor Jacks and Jack Stands
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
When using a jack to lift a vehicle so a tire can be removed, which piece of equipment should also be used?
a. A second jack
b. A rated lifting pad
c. Jack stands
d. Fender covers
Technician A says when using jack stands, make sure they are level on the ground. Technician B says to make sure the jack stands are on a solid, hard surface. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Technician B
c. Both A and B
d. Neither A nor B
________ are a common type of hydraulic jack that is mounted on four wheels, two of which swivel to provide a steering mechanism for the jack.
a. Scissor jacks
b. Transmission jacks
c. Floor jacks
d. High-lift jacks
All of the following are true when lifting and securing a vehicle with a vehicle jack and jack stands, EXCEPT:
a. Return the jack, jack stands, and wheel chocks to their storage area before you continue working on the vehicle.
b. Make sure the jack stands are rated higher than the weight you are lifting.
c. After repair, when sliding the jack stands from under the vehicle, have someone support the vehicle on each side in case the jack fails.
d. Position the vehicle on a flat, solid surface. Put the vehicle into neutral or park and set the parking brake.
All of the following statements are correct EXCEPT:
a. Jack stands should be gripped by the top and bottom when moving them.
b. Jack stands should always be used as a pair.
c. Jack stands should only be used for loads less than the rating indicated on them.
d. Jack stands must be used on solid, hard surfaces only.
Roll the floor jack under the vehicle, and position the __________ correctly under the frame or cross member.
a. Vehicle hoist
b. None of the above
c. Wheel chocks
d. Lifting pad
Technician A says that a vehicle jack can be used to support the vehicle while working under it. Technician B says that a jack stand automatically adjusts to the vehicle's height. Who is correct?
a. Technician A
b. Neither A nor B
c. Both A and B
d. Technician B
Technician A states that when lifting and securing a vehicle with a vehicle jack and jack stands, to lift the vehicle, one should slowly turn the jack handle counterclockwise. Technician B states that to lower the vehicle, one should slowly turn the jack handle clockwise. Who is correct?
a. Neither A nor B
b. Technician A
c. Technician B
d. Both A and B
The size of vehicle jack used is determined by the ___________ of the vehicle that has to be lifted.
a. Manufacturer
b. Weight
c. Model
d. Engine type
When lifting a vehicle using a floor jack, ________ should be placed in front of and behind the wheels that are not going to be raised off the ground.
a. None of the above
b. Jack stands
c. A vehicle joist
d. Wheel chocks
