South Branch Career and Technical Center
Fundamentals of Automotive Technology
Directions: 1. Read each question carefully;
2. read choices a, b, c and d;
3. select the correct answer; you may enter ONLY ONE ANSWER;
4. using your mouse, place the cursor over the "option button" to the left side of the correct answer. "Left click" the cursor. The center of the option button should become green. If it does not, please ask your instructor for assistance. After the option button becomes green, you have successfully answered the question, and you may move on to the next question.
5. When you have finished the test, please re-read and check your answers. When you feel you have done your best, go to "File" in the upper left hand side of your task bar, select the "Print" option. When the print box appears, press OK. Your completed test should begin printing.
A master certified automotive technician MUST possess how many certifications?
a) 2
b) 4
c) 6
d) 8
Question 2
What wrench should you use to tighten a brake tube fitting?
a) line wrench
b) open end wrench
c) pipe wrench
d) torque wrench
Question 3
What should you do with a chisel that is mushroomed on the striking face?
a) Cut the mushroomed
area off with a hacksaw
b) Discard the chisel.
c) Reshape head using
grinder.
d) Reshape the face with a
belt sander.
Question 4
A good source of information on auto technician training would be?
a) Local vocational
center counselor.
b) County extension agent.
c) Local automotive
dealership.
d) Local recruiter.
Question 5
When performing a starter draw test, a technician MUST use both a voltmeter and
a) ohmmeter.
b) oscilloscope.
c) ammeter.
d) test light.
Question 6
Excessive resistance in cranking motor circuits will cause
a) high speed cranking.
b) reduced starting
effectiveness.
c) the drive-end bushing to
burn.
d) the lights to flare.
Question 7
Oily paper towels or rags used to wipe up gasoline or solvent should be
a) burned.
b) placed in a fireproof
safety container with a tightly fitted lid.
c) thrown in a nearby trash
can.
d) placed neatly on the
work bench for later disposal.
Question 8
A fire involving electricity is classes a a(n)
a) "A" Class fire.
b) "B" Class
fire.
c) "C" Class fire.
d) "D" Class fire.
Question 9
When removing a battery from a vehicle, you should remove the ground cable FIRST to
a) assure proper
grounding.
b) prevent canceling
entertainment functions.
c) prevent PCM memory loss.
d) prevent the possibility
of a voltage spike.
Question 10
Which figure would be a typical battery voltage reading for a 12-volt battery?
a) 7.5 to 8.4
volts
b) 11.5 to 13.3 volts
c) 12.5 to 12.6 volts
d) 14.9 to 16.1 volts
Question 11
When replacing battery/cable, you will
a) need to select
correct cable size.
b) select correct battery.
c) make sure the
"hold down bracket" is in place.
d) all of the above.
Question 12
When jump starting an automobile, Technician A says hook positive to positive and negative to negative on battery. Technician B says hook positive to positive on battery and negative on any ground on automobile. Who is correct?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Neither technician A nor
B
d) Both technician A and B
Question 13
During a discussion on personal safety, Technician A says that you should ALWAYS wear eye protection such as safety glasses or a face shield. Technician B says ALWAYS use trouble lights with steel or plastic cages around the bulb. Who is right?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Neither technician A nor
B
d) Both technician A and B
Question 14
During a discussion on personal safety, Technician A says that you should NOT wear loose clothing and keep long hair tied behind your head. Technician B says for safety and accuracy to follow the recommended service procedures contained with the OEM's Service manual. Who is right?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Both technician A and B
d) B only
Question 15
Two technicians are discussing hazardous waster disposal. Technician A says the right-to-know laws require employers to train employees regarding hazardous waster materials. Technician B says the right-to-know laws do NOT require employers to keep permanent records regarding hazardous waster materials. Who is right?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Both technician A and B
d) Neither A nor B
Question 16
Two technicians are discussing shop rules. Technician A says breathing carbon monoxide may cause arthritis. Technician B says breathing carbon monoxide may cause headaches. Who is right?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Both technician A and B
d) Neither A nor B
Question 17
The battery on a customer's car seems to overcharge. The battery gets very hot. This problem would indicate a
a) defective voltage
regulator.
b) belt too tight.
c) low battery fluid.
d) poor ground.
Question 18
A normal output voltage reading would be
a) 13.8 to 14.8
b) 10.8 to 11.8
c) 15.8 to 16.8
d) 9.8 to 10.8
Question 19
A squalling sound coming from the front of an engine during acceleration is
a) incorrect
tension on the alternator belt.
b) a water pump.
c) a cooling fan motor.
d) a smog pump.
Question 20
Before checking the charging circuit ALWAYS
a) clean wire
connections.
b) clean alternator.
c) check for proper belt
tension.
d) disconnect cooling fan.
Question 21
A tool/instrument used to check the stator is
a) compression tester.
b) ohmmeter.
c) terminal meter.
d) diode tester.
Question 22
Which of the following is NOT a problem in a charging system?
a) diode shorting out
b) field windings
grounding
c) bad bearings
d) too high RPM
Question 23
When removing the alternator from the automobile, the technician should disconnect the
a) starter
b) computer
c) negative battery
terminal
d) cooling fan terminal
Question 24
When servicing a maintenance-free battery, Technician A says you should clean post, cables, and inspect case. Technician B says you should clean post, cables, and fill the electrolyte level. Who is correct?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Both
d) Neither
Question 25
Why MUST caution be used when working around a battery?
a) Battery acid is strong
and will discolor the skin.
b) Battery gases are
toxic and can damage the lungs.
c) Battery gases can
explode and cause injury.
d) Battery voltage is high
and can shock.
Question 26
A test light will check for __________ in a circuit.
a) resistance
b) amperage
c) probing
d) voltage.
Question 27
A _______________ will indicate voltage but NOT amount of amperage.
a) voltmeter
b) ohmmeter
c) test light
d) VOM
Question 28
A voltage drop test will
a) check charging
amperage.
b) check battery state of
charge.
c) locate a part with
higher than normal resistance.
d) check starter current
draw.
Question 29
An ohmmeter will measure
a) voltage.
b) amperage.
c) resistance.
d) current.
Question 30
Technician A says when using an ohmmeter it MUST never be connected to a source of voltage. Technician B says the wire or part being tested MUST have voltage oing to it to be tested. Who is right?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Both A and B
d) Neither A nor B
Question 31
When checking continuity through a switch that has been removed from the circuit, the technician should use a(n)
a) voltmeter
b) ohmmeter
c) ammeter
d) test light
Question 32
After the starter has been disassembled, the armature is checked by us a
a) growler or ohmmeter
b) Tach/Dwell meter
c) test light
d) scan tool
Question 33
After replacing starter brushes and a starter drive, technician A says a free running test should be performed. Technician B says a starter draw test should be performed before reinstalling the starter. Who is correct?
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both A and B
d) Neither A nor B
Question 34
The two windings found in a solenoid are the
a) pull in and hold in
windings
b) positive and
negative windings
c) forward and reverse
windings
d) engage and disengage
windings
Question 35
An electromagnet surrounding a hollow tube that pulls a plunger to engage the starter drive is called a
a) bendix
b) overrunning clutch
c) magnetic clutch
d) solenoid
Question 36
When removing and replacing a starter, the technician should FIRST
a) test for polarity
b) remove negative battery
terminal
c) order the new starter
d) torque the solenoid
Question 37
After replacing a starter, a harsh growling sound is heard when the starter is running. The technician should FIRST
a) check the battery
voltage
b) check for voltage drop
at the starter
c) check to see if a
starter shim is needed
d) replace the solenoid
Question 38
Two technicians are discussing the possible causes for a blown fuse in a power window circuit. Technician A says a wire is shorted to ground somewhere in the circuit. Technician B says the window linkage is binding. Who is correct?
a) Technician A only
b) Technician B only
c) Both Technician A
and B
d) Neither Technician A
nor B
Question 39
What occurs when two adjacent conductors make electrical contact and bypass a portion of the circuit?
a) a short
b) an open
c) a ground
d) resistance increases
Question 40
When using a micrometer, you MUST turn the ________ to adjust the tool.
a) barrel
b) thimble
c) sleeve
d) body
Question 41
When taking a reading with a dial indicator, you MUST FIRST set the pointer at
a) .010
b) .030
c) 0.
d) .050
Question 42
What type of wrench is used to loosen the wheel nuts on an automobile?
a) air impact wrench
b) electric drill
c) boxed end wrench
d) line wrench
Question 43
When using a bench grinder, the __________ MUST be checked before using.
a) grinding wheel
b) guards
c) cord
d) all of the above
Question 44
When operating a break lathe, you MUST adjust the __________ when machining rotors.
a) cutting edge
b) cutting tips
c) mounting adjustment
d) all of the above
Question 45
When removing the cylinder ridge from the engine block, a __________ is used.
a) drill
b) cylinder hone
c) ridge reamer
d) dial indicator
Question 46
A _________________ will check for an abnormal current draw with the ignition key off.
a) parasitic drain test
b) voltage test
c) battery load test
d) battery voltage test
Question 47
When performing a battery drain test, connect an ammeter in __________ with the battery cable.
a) parallel
b) series parallel
c) circles
d) series
Question 48
Why are fuses different colors?
a) So they can be found
easier
b) To show their voltage
rating
c) To show their amp rating
d) So they aren't
installed upside down
Question 49
When a fuse has blown, the probable cause is
a) a poor ground
b) a short to ground
c) an open circuit
d) low voltage
Question 50
Two technicians are discussing the proper use of deep well sockets. Technician A says they should be used when tightening nuts on a bolt or a stud. Technician B says they should ONLY be used when a regular socket will NOT work. Who is correct?
a) Technician A
b) Technician B
c) Both Technicians A and B
d) Neither Technician A
nor B