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which part is the cylinder head bolted to? ✔✔the block
What is the ratio of coolant to water in a typical automotive cooling system? ✔✔50:50
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which part is the cylinder head bolted to? ✔✔the block
What is the ratio of coolant to water in a typical automotive cooling system? ✔✔50:50
Which material are new model cylinder heads made from? ✔✔aluminum
Who issues technical service bulletins? ✔✔manufacturers
If blue smoke is seen at the tailpipe when an engine is started, which part(s) is/are most likely
worn out? ✔✔valve stem seals
Technician A says a water pump controls the flow of coolant through an engine. Technician B
says an oil filter controls the flow of oil through an engine. Who is right? ✔✔neither
Technician A says that all vehicles use the same oil viscosity. Technician B says that using the
wrong viscosity oil can damage an engine. Which is right? ✔✔technician b
Where would an engine thermostat most likely be found? ✔✔at the engine end of the upper
radiator hose
If the coolant recovery tank has a hole in it, which is the proper fix? ✔✔replace the tank
Which item is designed to keep engine valves closed? ✔✔spring/return spring
When changing the engine oil, what should the temperature of the engine be? ✔✔warm
What is the minimum recommended time to drain an oil filter before discarding? ✔✔12 hours
minimum but usually 24 hours
What is a safety concern when servicing the internal combustion engine of a hybrid vehicle?
✔✔High voltage/electrocution
Which is the necessary procedure when the heater core is leaking coolant? ✔✔Remove and
replace the heater core
Which part in the cooling system controls the flow of coolant? ✔✔thermostat
A green liquid is found under the front of a vehicle. Which fluid is most likely leaking?
✔✔antifreeze
When working on a hybrid vehicle, how many volts should the protective gloves be rated to
handle? ✔✔1000 volts
When a technician is changing the oil, what should remain on the old filter? ✔✔Square seal
stays on, round rubber seal comes off
Which part below keeps the engine from overheating? ✔✔water pump
How many vehicles have the same VIN? ✔✔none
Which engine part does the camshaft move to open cylinder valves? ✔✔lifters
Which manual has an area to write service history in it? ✔✔owner's manual
Some radiators have two heat exchangers, one for the engine and one for the: ✔✔transmission
What closes the valve in a cylinder head? ✔✔spring/return spring
Where should the technician find the oil change reset procedure for a vehicle with an electronic
oil change warning system? ✔✔owner's manual/ shop key
While driving down the highway, Mary notices a check engine light on the dash. Which most
likely caused the light to come on? ✔✔Bad/ faulty O2 sensor
Which part belongs inside a cylinder head? ✔✔valve stem seal
Which should be the last step in an engine oil change? ✔✔reset oil light
Why are radiator caps pressurized? ✔✔To raise boiling point of coolant
When a technician is pressurizing a cooling system, how much pressure should be applied?
✔✔The amount stated on radiator cap
Which type of fluid most likely goes into a vehicle's engine? ✔✔10w30
If the exhaust manifold on a vehicle is rusty, what should be done? ✔✔nothing
If the check engine light is on for a vacuum leak, which type of inspection would a technician
perform first? ✔✔visual inspection
What color is associated with diesel exhaust fluid? ✔✔blue
Which part below is a component in the EVAP system? ✔✔fuel tank
Which name is commonly used when discussing diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)? ✔✔AdBlue
A routine 5,000-mile-interval inspection includes checking the: ✔✔air filter
What is the most likely cause of a rattling sound coming from the underside of a vehicle?
✔✔loose exhaust heat shield
Which components below are part of the EVAP system? ✔✔charcoal canister, purge valve, vent
solenoid
Which is the federal mandated warranty period for catalytic converters? ✔✔8 yrs/80,000 miles
Extremely dirty air filters can cause: ✔✔poor engine performance
What system is being talked about when a technician says "EVAP"? ✔✔Evaporative emissions
If a driver continues to ignore the dash warning message to refill a diesel vehicle with diesel
exhaust fluid (DEF), what will be the end result? ✔✔Vehicle will be disabled
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is to be added to a new model diesel vehicle. The cap on the DEF
reservoir/bottle is normally: ✔✔blue
If a vehicle has been run without the proper air filter, which part would most likely be damaged?
✔✔piston ring
Where would a cabin air filter most likely be found? ✔✔inside the passenger area
If a tailpipe has a rusted hole in it, which is the proper procedure to repair it? ✔✔replace the
assembly
Front-wheel-drive vehicles have: ✔✔transaxles
Which type of fluid goes in an automatic transmission? ✔✔ATF
On a rear-wheel-drive truck, which component transfers power from the transmission to the rear
axle? ✔✔driveshaft
An automatic transmission experiences a mild leak of fluid at the pan gasket. Technician A says
a leak-stopping additive may be added to stop the leak. Technician B says to use RTV sealant at
the leak area to stop the leak. Who is right? ✔✔neither a nor b
If fluid is leaking from around the automatic transmission pan, what should be replaced? ✔✔the
gasket
Which engine part transfers torque to the transmission flywheel? ✔✔crankshaft
If a vehicle is leaking fluid from the transmission bell housing, which is the most likely cause?
✔✔front pump seal
How many CV joints are on a front-wheel-drive CV axle? ✔✔2
How often should automatic transmission fluid be changed in a vehicle? ✔✔per the
specifications
Technician A says that all automatic transmission fluids (ATF) are interchangeable. Technician
B says that new ATF should be pink in color. Who is right? ✔✔neither a nor b
Technician A says that a leaking transmission line may be found by using a dye. Technician B
says that a transmission leak would likely appear as a red fluid. Who is right? ✔✔both a and b
Which part in the drivetrain connects the transmission to the rear differential? ✔✔driveshaft
Where would a technician find the manufacturer's specification for changing automatic
transmission fluid? ✔✔in the vechicle owner's manual
Which would be removed on a vehicle transmission/transaxle without a dipstick to check the
fluid level? ✔✔plug
When a technician checks the fluid level in an automatic transmission/transaxle and the vehicle
has a dipstick, most vehicle gear selectors will be in: ✔✔park
Which fluid color would indicate an automatic transmission/transaxle leak? ✔✔red
On a vehicle with a manual transmission, which square pedal is the clutch pedal? ✔✔left
Where should a technician look to find out what type of fluid to put in a clutch master cylinder?
✔✔service manual
Which of the following is true about the fluid used in a transfer case? A. It may be the same as
the fluid used in automatic transmissions. B. It may be the same as the fluid used in manual
transmissions. ✔✔Both A and B are correct.
While checking the fluid level on a manual transmission, the technician notices the fluid has gold
metal flakes in it. Which is the most likely cause? ✔✔synchronizer wear
Which type of fluid do most clutch master cylinders use? ✔✔brake fluid
Which is a concern when one is changing a clutch disc? ✔✔asbestos
What fluid would most likely go in a rear differential? ✔✔75w
A vehicle with a manual transaxle is hard to shift. Technician A says that the shift linkage may
be misaligned. Technician B says the hydraulic clutch reservoir may be overfilled. Who is right?
✔✔technician a only
If a hydraulic clutch pedal has no pressure, what may be leaking? ✔✔slave cylinder
A manual transmission's fluid is being drained and refilled. Technician A says that some manual
transmissions use the same type of fluid as that used in engine crankcases. Technician B says
that some manual transmissions use the same type of fluid as that in differentials. Who is right?
✔✔both a and b
While servicing a manual transmission, the technician notices the fluid is milky looking. Which
is most likely the cause? ✔✔Water entered the transmission.
A driveshaft universal joint (U-joint) is dry of lubricant and found to be loose. Which is the
proper repair? ✔✔Replace the U-joint.
How does one check the fluid level on a manual transmission? ✔✔remove the fill plug
What transfers power from the engine to a manual transmission? ✔✔clutch disc
How many total pedals will a vehicle with a manual transmission have for the driver controls?
✔✔3
What fluid should never be installed in a manual transmission? ✔✔brake fluid
Which is the name of a front-wheel-drive manual transmission? ✔✔transaxle
A technician notices a leak coming from around the rear of the transmission. Which is most
likely leaking? ✔✔output shaft seal
What should be removed to check the fluid level in a differential? ✔✔fill plug
Manual transmissions/transaxles have a: ✔✔clutch
Two technicians are discussing manual transmission fluids. Technician A says all manual
transmissions use 80w-90 gear oil. Technician B says some manual transmissions use motor oil.
Who is right? ✔✔b only
Where would one most likely find the air suspension system disable switch on a vehicle? ✔✔in
the trunk
Which would be the most likely result of adding the wrong steering fluid to a vehicle with rackand-pinion steering? ✔✔seal failure
Installing taller tires on a vehicle would cause the vehicle's speedometer to: ✔✔read slower
a tire is found to have a nail hole in sidewall. Which should be done? ✔✔replace the tire
If a vehicle is making a whining noise when the steering wheel is turned, what is the most likely
cause? ✔✔The power steering is fluid.
Any of the following would likely indicate the correct power steering fluid to be used in a
vehicle except: ✔✔a parts and labor guide
Which noise heard during a scheduled maintenance test-drive would least likely be scheduled for
repair? ✔✔wind noise
Which is the most likely tool for a technician to use to find a noise traveling through the
suspension system? ✔✔chassis ears
Where on a tire should a technician test its pressure? ✔✔valve stem
Which part in the front suspension is located between the steering gear and the center link?
✔✔pitman arm
What type of suspension incorporates the shock absorber and coil spring in one assembly?
✔✔macpherson strut
If a rear wheel spindle is bent, which is the best way to repair the spindle? ✔✔replace it
Before working on a hybrid vehicle's electrical power steering system, which personal protective
equipment should a technician wear? ✔✔insulated gloves rated at 1,000 volts
The spindle assembly at the rear of the vehicle shows signs of severe wear. Which could be the
cause? ✔✔dry wheel bearings
Where would one find the tire information placard on a vehicle listing the recommended tire size
and pressure for that vehicle? ✔✔on the doorjamb
Which would be the most likely result of under-torquing lug nuts? ✔✔The wheel may fall off
It is important to torque wheel lug nuts or bolts to OEM specs, and in the correct sequence, in
order to help prevent: ✔✔the brake rotors from warping.
What might a technician need to check the operation of brake lights on the rear of a vehicle?
✔✔a helper
What part of the drum brake assembly is filled with brake fluid? ✔✔wheel cylinder
All of the following are types of brake fluid except: ✔✔DOT 2
What is the most likely cause of brake lights staying on? ✔✔stuck brake light switch
Where would one most likely find the master cylinder on a vehicle? ✔✔in front of the brake
pedal under the hood
When refilling a brake master cylinder, always use: ✔✔OEM-specific brake fluid
Which type of brake fluid is synthetic? ✔✔DOT 5
When one is diagnosing a vehicle with vibrating brake pads, which parts are most likely
missing? ✔✔anti-rattle chips
Where is the red brake warning light located on a vehicle? ✔✔in the dashboard
If lug nuts are torqued improperly when wheels are installed, which brake parts could be
warped? ✔✔rotors
Which part in the drum brake system expands outward against the drum to stop a vehicle when
brakes are applied? ✔✔shoes
DOT 3 brake fluid can safely be mixed with what other brake fluid type? ✔✔DOT 4
Over torquing lug nuts can cause: ✔✔damage to wheel studs
A vehicle's red brake warning light stays on whenever the ignition is on and the engine is
running. Any of the following could be the cause except: ✔✔the ABS has a faulty wheel sensor
How many connections are required when jump-starting a vehicle using jumper cables? ✔✔4
connections
When is the correct time to verify that all the instrument lights function properly? ✔✔Key on
engine off dashboard warning lights check
Why is it usually difficult to reset maintenance indicators on a vehicle? ✔✔To avoid accidental
resets
When refilling battery cells, which is the correct product to use? ✔✔distilled water
What will happen if one fails to install a memory saver before disconnecting the battery?
✔✔Loose radio settings or alarm settings
When handling HID headlight bulbs, which is a safety concern? ✔✔High voltage/electrocution
Before a starter is removed from an engine, it is important to: ✔✔disconnect the negative battery
cable
When windshield wiper blades are torn, which would be the correct fix? ✔✔Replace the wiper
blades
While servicing a battery, the technician notices it is low on fluid. What should be added to the
battery? ✔✔distilled water
Where can an owner of a vehicle locate what size fuse is needed for the horn? ✔✔service
manual
What is the danger of cutting into an orange covered harness on a hybrid vehicle?
✔✔electrocution
What supplies electrical power to the vehicle when it is running? ✔✔alternator
A fully charged 12-volt automotive battery should have an open-circuit voltage of: ✔✔12.6 volts
A lead-acid battery with removable caps should be filled with only: ✔✔distilled water
If a vehicle returns to the shop three times with a dead battery, where would one find past repair
information of the vehicle? ✔✔vehicle service history
Which solution is used to clean and neutralize acid corrosion from battery terminals? ✔✔Baking
soda and water
Which electrical tool would a technician use to test for the presence of voltage at the headlights?
✔✔test light
What is the purpose of the battery hold-down? ✔✔hold the batter secure
Which part of the electrical system is designed to keep the circuit from being destroyed in case
of a short? ✔✔fuses
When one is jump-starting a vehicle using jumper cables, what location would be the safest to
make the last connection? ✔✔negative cable
A customer complains the right rear brake light is out. What is the most likely cause? ✔✔blown
bulb
Which color is the high-voltage wire on a hybrid vehicle? ✔✔orange
During an exterior vehicle inspection, a rear stop light is found to be inoperative. Technician A
says a blown bulb could be the cause. Technician B says that poor connection at the bulb socket
could be the cause. Who is right? ✔✔both technicians
When performing a service on a hybrid vehicle, what color is the high-voltage disconnect?
✔✔orange
There is plain water dripping on the passenger's feet in a vehicle, which is the most likely cause?
✔✔The evaporator drain is plugged up.
Which chemical below makes the air cold in an automobile air conditioner? ✔✔refrigerant
Which air conditioner component is located directly in front of the radiator on a vehicle?
✔✔condenser
In a hybrid vehicle, what keeps the high-voltage batteries from overheating? ✔✔blower motor
Which system uses a confined gas to cool the passenger area of the vehicle? ✔✔HVAC
What is the name of the heating part that changes the airflow from the foot area to the vent area?
✔✔blend/mode door
When an independent garage replaces a failed catalytic converter, how long must they keep the
old converter at the garage? ✔✔15 days
On a hybrid vehicle, which type of voltage powers the air conditioner compressor? ✔✔high
voltage
If a cabin air filter is to be replaced, it may be located either under the dashboard or: ✔✔inside
the engine compartment.
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