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Camshaft and Valve Operation Quiz chapter 32

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 19mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Camshafts turn at which of these?

a)

Twice crankshaft speed

b)

Crankshaft speed

c)

1/2 crankshaft speed

d)

1/4 crankshaft speed

2.

Flat-bottom valve lifters rotate during operation because of the ________ of the camshaft.

a)

taper of the lobe

b)

thrust plate

c)

chain tensioner

d)

bearings

3.

A DOHC V-6 has how many camshafts?

a)

4

b)

3

c)

2

d)

1

4.

On a vehicle with cylinder deactivation, the valves are kept closed by deactivating the ________.

a)

valve lifter

b)

cam lobe

c)

valve stem

d)

valve spring

5.

The maximum total indicator runout (TIR) of a camshaft should be less than ________.

a)

0.002 in.

b)

0.006 in.

c)

0.004 in.

d)

0.008 in.

6.

Many technicians always use new pushrods because ________.

a)

they are less expensive to buy than clean

b)

all dirt cannot be cleaned out from the hollow center

c)

they wear at both ends

d)

pushrods shrink in length if removed from an engine

7.

If the exhaust valve opens at 57° BBDC (before bottom dead center) and closes at 29° after TDC (top dead center), what is the exhaust valve duration in degrees?

a)

86

b)

209

c)

237

d)

266

8.

Variable cam timing technology is used on the exhaust cam only.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

The intake valve opens at 39° BTDC (before top dead center) and closes at 71° ABDC (After bottom dead center). The exhaust valve opens at 78° BBDC (before bottom dead center) and closes at 47° ATDC (after top dead center). Which of these is correct regarding this cam timing?

a)

Intake valve duration is 110°

b)

Exhaust valve duration is 125°

c)

Overlap is 86°

d)

Both A and B

10.

Hydraulic lifters or hydraulic lash adjusters (HLA) may not bleed down properly and could cause an engine miss if ________.

a)

the engine oil is 1 quart low

b)

the wrong API-rated engine oil is used

c)

the wrong SAE-rated engine oil is used

d)

both A and B

11.

On an engine with variable cam timing, the cam timing can be changed by use of ________.

a)

a spline cam phaser

b)

a vane cam phaser

c)

either of these

d)

neither of these

12.

The valves could be bent if the timing belt breaks on which of these?

a)

Freewheeling engine design

b)

In-block cam engine

c)

Interference engine design

d)

Undersquared engine

13.

A cylinder deactivation system uses ________ to operate the system.

a)

magnetic induction

b)

oil pressure

c)

roller pumps

d)

none of these

14.

The camshaft makes ________ for every revolution of the crankshaft.

a)

one quarter revolution

b)

one half revolution

c)

one revolution

d)

two revolutions

15.

Which term is used to describe the number of degrees of crankshaft rotation for which the valve is lifted off the seat?

a)

Duration

b)

Lift

c)

Overlap

d)

Underlap

16.

Technician A says that silent chains are quieter than roller chains and do not stretch with use. Technician B says that on overhead valve engines, the camshaft is usually placed in the block above the crankshaft. Who is right?

a)

Technician A only

b)

Technician B only

c)

Both technicians

d)

Neither technician

17.

Two technicians are discussing an engine with an interference design. Technician A says if a valve remains open when its cylinder reaches TDC, the piston may strike the valve. Technician B says if a valve remains open when its cylinder reaches TDC, valvetrain damage can result. Which technician is correct?

a)

Technician A only

b)

Technician B only

c)

Both technicians

d)

Neither technician

18.

What is the primary purpose of a turbocharger in an engine?

a)

To increase fuel efficiency by reducing engine size

b)

To reduce emissions by controlling exhaust flow

c)

To increase engine power by forcing more air into the combustion chamber

d)

To cool the engine by circulating extra air

19.

What is the main advantage of using an Engine Control Unit (ECU) in modern vehicles?

a)

It allows for manual control of the engine's functions

b)

It increases the vehicle's top speed

c)

It optimizes engine performance and fuel efficiency

d)

It reduces the need for regular maintenance

20.

What is the effect of a fouled spark plug on engine performance?

a)

It improves engine performance

b)

It has no effect

c)

It can cause the engine to run rough or misfire

d)

It increases the engine's horsepower

21.

What is the primary function of a fuel injection system in an automotive engine?

a)

To lubricate the engine's moving parts

b)

To cool the engine

c)

To mix fuel with air to produce a combustible mixture

d)

To filter impurities from the fuel

22.

Which component of the engine management system is primarily responsible for controlling fuel injection timing and quantity?

a)

Oxygen sensor

b)

Engine Control Unit (ECU)

c)

Throttle body

d)

Fuel pump

23.

How does an Engine Control Unit (ECU) adjust ignition timing based on driving conditions?

a)

By changing the fuel type used in the engine

b)

By mechanically adjusting the distributor

c)

By altering the spark plug gap

d)

By processing data from various sensors and adjusting the timing electronically

24.

Ignition timing is crucial for engine performance. What happens if the ignition timing is too advanced?

a)

The engine will not start

b)

It can cause knocking or pinging

c)

The engine will overcool

d)

Fuel consumption will decrease significantly

25.

What distinguishes Direct Injection from Port Injection in fuel delivery systems?

a)

Direct Injection delivers fuel directly into the combustion chamber, while Port Injection delivers it into the intake manifold

b)

Port Injection is more fuel-efficient than Direct Injection

c)

Direct Injection is only used in diesel engines

d)

Port Injection uses higher pressure than Direct Injection

26.

Why is it important for an Engine Control Unit (ECU) to monitor and adjust the air-to-fuel ratio?

a)

To ensure the vehicle can reach maximum speeds

b)

To maintain optimal engine temperature

c)

To optimize engine performance and fuel efficiency

d)

To increase the loudness of the exhaust system

27.

What is a chassis?

a)

The axis on which a wheel spins

b)
A musical instrument
c)

The frame or structure of a vehicle

d)

A special science formula

28.

Which type of fuel injection system uses a common rail to supply fuel to the injectors?

a)

Direct Injection

b)

Port Injection

c)

Sequential Fuel Injection

d)

Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI)

29.

What is a wheel with a groove down the center called?

a)

gear

b)

pulley

c)

lever

d)

screw