chapter 22 engine

Some new camshaft break-in procedures require the engine to start and to run at ________ revolutions per minute (rpm) for 20 or 30 minutes to provide proper lubrication and break-in.

1,200 to 2,000

When cranking an engine after installation, to prevent possible starter damage, what is the maximum cranking time allowed?

10 seconds at a time

Which of the following need NOT be removed from the engine before the engine is removed from the vehicle?

Battery

Engine removal is being discussed. Technician A says that an engine hoist should be used to drop an engine/subframe from underneath a FWD vehicle. Technician B says that a subframe jack should be used to lift an engine out of a RWD vehicle. Who is correct?

Both Technician A and Technician B

Technician A says that some automatic transmission torque converters have studs to attach them to the flex plate. Technician B says that all torque converters must be rotated to match up the attaching points to the flex plate holes. Who is correct?

Both Technician A and Technician B

When removing accessory components, Technician A says to remove only the brackets that are necessary to remove the engine. Technician B says the power steering pump and air-conditioning compressor may be secured out of the way in many cases without having to disconnect the lines and hoses. Who is correct?

Both Technician A and Technician B

During the exhaust system removal process, the exhaust pipe and component routing should be checked to:

Determine the best places to disconnect.

During topside disconnection:

Disable the electrical system by disconnecting the battery.

Once the engine has been removed from the vehicle, a(n) ________ will make the procedure of taking the engine apart much easier.

Engine stand

Many engines in ________ drive vehicles can be removed from the top or the bottom of the engine compartment.

Front-wheel

For most fuel-injected vehicles, you will need a(n) ________ to disconnect the fuel line.

Fuel disconnect tool

When disconnecting a battery:

Have the unlock codes of the antitheft system available.

If required during the initial engine break-in period, run the engine at ______ (1200-2000 rpm).

High idle

Which of the following tools are NOT needed when removing and installing an automobile engine?

Hood alignment gauges

It is best to leave all the air-conditioning lines intact and use ________ to hold the air-conditioning components off to the side of the engine when removing the engine from a vehicle.

Mechanics wire

If there is a vacuum pocket at the thermostat, the air pocket may prevent the thermostat from getting up to temperature and ________, potentially causing the brand new engine to overheat.

Opening

To begin the exhaust system removal process, identify the ________ that need to be removed or disconnected.

Oxygen sensors

During the preparation to remove an engine, the torque converter has just been unbolted from the flex plate. What must now be done to prevent the torque converter from falling out of the transmission bell housing?

Push the torque converter fully into the front of the transmission.

When reinstalling an engine to a manual transmission, the transmission input shaft does not slip into the clutch disc splines; although a clutch alignment tool was used when installing the disc. Which of the following steps will correct this problem?

Putting the transmission in fourth gear and turning the output shaft.

Most engines in ________ drive vehicles are best removed from the top of the engine compartment.

Rear-wheel

An engine was removed, overhauled, and reinstalled. Now the vehicle is back in the shop with an oil leak from the transmission bellhousing area, which will require removing the transmission to correct the leak. What should the technician have done while the engine was removed to help prevent this problem?

Replaced the transmission front seal

When preparing to raise the vehicle for removing the lower components during engine removal, which of the following steps should be done first?

Review the manufacturer's information to make sure you have not missed anything to be removed from above.

All of the following are typical engine break-in procedures, EXCEPT:

Running the engine at high idle until it reaches operating temperature.

If the bell housing does not have an inspection cover, then you may have to access the flex plate by going through the ________.

Starter mounting hole

When removing accessory components that are mounted to the engine:

Take pictures to remind you of bracket locations and positions.

Technician A says that the first step in performing an engine removal and installation procedure is to research the appropriate service information. Technician B says that looking up service information is a waste of time for an experienced technician. Who is correct?

Technician A

When reinstalling a repaired engine, Technician A says all components and fasteners should be installed starting at the bottom and working up. Technician B says the exhaust pipes must be aligned with the manifolds or headers as the engine is lowered into place on some models. Who is correct?

Technician B

To determine if the air-conditioning system must be opened for the engine to be removed, ________.

The manufacturer's service information must be checked.

When reinstalling the torque converter, push in and turn the torque converter. You can make sure it fully engages into the front pump when you feel:

Three distinct clunks.

Which of these tools is used when removing the engine from a rear-wheel drive vehicle?

Transmission jack