TRN 110 ALL OF INTRO
When the vehicle is ___ off the ground, ____ vehicle to make sure it's stable.
1 ft/ push
The OTTO engine was first developed in?
1876
The first self-propelled vehicle that used an OTTO cycle four stroke gasoline engine was produced in ________.
1885
Rudolf Diesel received the patent for the compression ignition engine in:
1892
The 1st diesel engine was made in:
1897
Oldsmobile made the 1st large-scale vehicle in
1902
General Motors (GM) was formed in
1908
The 1st electrical starter on a Cadillac was in
1912
The first car with 100% steel body was made in
1914
The 1st automatic transmission was built in
1940
Airbags were first offered in
1973
The first car with electronic stability control was made in
1997
A V-type engine could have how many cylinders?
4, 6, or 8
Automotive service systems are generally separated into how many content areas?
8
Most vehicle manufacturers specify a lug nut (wheel nut) tightening torque specification of about _____.
80-100 ft lbs
What provides support for suspension, steering, and powertrain?
Body (frame)
Cars with a separate body and frame are called
Body-On-Frame (BOF)
Coolant can be checked using ____.
Boiling/freezing points using a refractometer and hydrometer, visual inspection, and test strips
____ _____ of a vehicle are the best hoist points for a vehicle with a frame.
Boxed Areas
A malfunction indicator light (MIL) on the dash may be labeled _____.
Check Engine
Before draining a manual transmission to replace the fluid, what should the technician do first?
Check to see if the fill plug can be removed and check service information for the specified fluid
Most vehicle manufacturers specify brake fluid that meets what specification?
DOT 3
The ________ type of brake fluid is commonly called silicone brake fluid and does not absorb water.
DOT 5
_____-__ _____ are an inexpensive way to raise the front or rear of a vehicle.
Drive-On Ramps
Which component is not part of the chassis system?
Electrical system
In 1885, the first automobile was powered by?
OTTO engine
A service technician removed the inspection/fill plug from the differential of a rear-wheel- drive vehicle and gear lube started to flow out. Technician A says to quickly replace the plug to prevent any more loss of gear lube. Technician B says to catch the fluid and allow the fluid to continue to drain. Which technician is correct?
Only Tech B
The first automobile was powered by a(n) ________.
Otto cycle gasoline engine
Pad extensions may be needed when hoisting what type of vehicle?
Pickup Trucks & Vans
_____ _____ are a strong place to place pads.
Pinch Welds
In 1896, Henry Ford built what?
Quadricycle
The first car built by Henry Ford was called the ________.
Quadricycle
______ _________ must be released in order to lower vehicle.
Safety Latch(es)
What is used to support a vehicle?
Safety/Jack stands
To retrieve stored diagnostic trouble codes, a service technician needs a _____.
Scan Tool
What allows the wheel to move up and down and still keeps the tires on the road?
Springs and control arms in the suspension
____ ___ extensions are typically used for trucks, vans, and SUVs.
Tall Pads
What component regulates the temperature of the coolant in an engine?
Thermostat
________ are calibrated to transmit a limited amount of torque when they are used to tighten lug nuts.
Torque sticks
A four-wheel drive vehicle often uses a ______ to transmit torque to all four wheels:
Transfer Case
The cabin filter can be accessed from ___.
Under the hood on some vehicles and under the dash on some vehicles.
When a body is made of many stamped steel panels and the body and frame are one unit, it is called?
Unibody
_______ ______ include over in-ground pneumatic/hydraulic and above-ground units.
Vehicle hoists
A grease labeled NLGI #2 GC is suitable for use on what vehicle components?
Wheel Bearings
The recommended standards for the lift points and lifting procedures while using vehicle hoists state that ________.
a vehicle should be centered on the lift or hoist
Windshield washer fluid contains a(n) ________ additive to prevent freezing.
alcohol
The first electrical components on vehicles were ________.
battery-powered lights
The wheels are attached to the ________.
bearing hubs on the axles
If the color of the automatic transmission fluid is ________, it indicates severe oxidation.
black
In 1922, the first vehicle with four-wheel hydraulic ______ was made.
brakes
A(n) ________ is used in the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system to filter the outside air drawn into the passenger compartment.
cabin filter
The 1st step in lifting a vehicle is to make sure the vehicle is ________.
centered
Make sure to work at ____ _____.
chest level
A _______ is a flat or concave surface equipped with low-profile casters and allows technicians to maneuver under the vehicle safely.
creeper
A(n) ________ consists of a flat or concaved surface equipped with low-profile casters, allowing a technician to maneuver under a vehicle easily.
creeper
The engine oil level can be checked by using a(n) ________.
dipstick
When using a(n) ________, the wheels on the ground level must be chocked to prevent accidental movement of a vehicle.
drive-on ramp
Vehicle hoists use a(n) ________ to pressurize hydraulic fluid, which lifts a vehicle using hydraulic cylinders.
electric motor
The design where the valves are located in the engine block is called ________ design.
flathead
A _____ ____ is a hand-operated hydraulic device that is used to lift vehicles or components.
floor jack
A(n) ________ is a hand-operated hydraulic device that is used to lift vehicles or other heavy components.
floor jack
Tall safety stands would be used to _____
help support the vehicle when a major component is removed from the vehicle
If a load is retained on a floor jack, ________ can leak past seals in cylinders, which would lower a vehicle.
hydraulic fluid
All gasoline and diesel engines are called ________.
internal combustion engines
Safety stands are also called ________.
jack stands
A creeper helps a technician to ________.
maneuver under a vehicle easily
What includes recommended hoist points for a vehicle?
manual
The diagnosis and repair of clutch is included in the ________ content area.
manual drive train and axles
Vehicle hoists are rated by the ___ ______ they can lift.
max. weight
Hoist should be lowered onto the __________ _____, then raised off locks before lowering.
mechanical locks
Make sure to ____ the lift's arms out of the way before removing the vehicle.
move
Most engines are equipped with an ________ that contains 3dash7 quarts of oil.
oil pan
Make sure the ____ are spread as far apart as possible.
pads
Setting the ____ are a critical part of lifting the vehicle safely.
pads
The roof of a vehicle is supported by:
pillars
Which of the following can "kick out" when driving a vehicle onto them?
ramps
Commonly damaged areas of a vehicle during hoisting include _______.
rocker panels exhaust systems Tires or body panels
When a floor jack has been used to lift a vehicle, the vehicle should be supported by ________.
safety stands
Before starting service work, a vehicle's ________ should be covered with protective coverings.
seats
In 1900, most vehicles were powered by
steam
The wheels of a car are constructed of ________.
steel alloys
Wheels are made of
steel or alloy
What provides a smooth ride and helps the tires remain even with the road?
suspension
Specifications for all highway-driving conditions state that ________.
the tire pressure should be increased
A ________ is a combination of a transmission and differential in one assembly that is used in front-wheel-drive powertrains.
transaxle
Early engines were called flat head design because they ___.
used spark plugs at the top of the cylinders
A creeper should be stored _____.
vertically
When a creeper is not in use, place it __________ against a wall or a toolbox.
vertically
Grease that has the GC designation as specified by the National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI) is acceptable for ________.
wheel bearings
What are attached to bearing hubs on axles?
wheels/tires
Early vehicles were constructed mostly of what material?
wood
In 1985, the first vehicle with four-wheel ___ was offered.
ABS
When should the engine oil be replaced?
According to the vehicle manufacturer's recommended interval based on time and mileage, whichever occurs first
Accessory drive belt tension is determined by _____.
Marks on the tensioner, torque required to rotate the tensioner using a beam-type torque wrench, and belt tension using a belt tension gauge.
________ colored coolant is an indication of oil in the system that might be caused by a defective engine gasket.
Milky
Floor jacks are ___ designed to hold a load.
NOT
In 1908, what vehicle was made?
Ford Model T
The SAE standard for hoist location is ________.
JRP-2184
A safety stand is also called a _____.
Jack Stand
Using the modified X tire rotation method on a FWD vehicle would place the right front tire on the ____.
Left Rear