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Chapter 9: Vehicle Maintenance

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  • Repair and maintenance facilities that generate _____ of hazardous waste monthly must file a Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest before removing the wastes.
    220 lb. (100kg)
  • Should the engine be warm or cold when you check the oil level in an automotive engine?
    Warm
  • The gear selector should be in _____ when checking the fluid level in an automatic transmission or transaxle.
    Park
  • How do you check the manual steering fluid level?
    By removing either a fill plug or designated bolt from the top of the box.
  • Name at least four types of hazardous wastes produced by automotive maintenance.
     Used motor oil; discarded lubricants; used parts; cleaners and degreasers contaminated from parts-cleaning operations; fuel injection system cleaners; rust
  • Define " Vehicle Maintenance"
    1. Vehicle maintenance is any operation that will keep a vehicle in good operating condition.
  • The technician or owner can check an automobile’s windshield washer fluid by looking through the side of the plastic _____.
    Storage tank
  • The fluid level in an automotive master cylinder should be checked _____.
    every other year
    None of the above.
    at least twice a year
    every other month
  • Which of the following is NOT one of the procedures to follow when changing the oil in an automotive engine?
    Wipe some clean oil on the O-ring and install the new filter
    Place a catch pan under the oil drain plug
    Using an oil filter wrench, screw the new filter on
    Warm up the engine
  • ____ gallon(s) of used motor oil can be refined into two and one-half quarts of high-quality motor oil.
    One
  • Where is the fill plug normally located on an automotive differential?
    The fill plug will normally be on the front, back, or side of the differential.
  • When checking a manual transmission’s fluid level, warm fluid should be even with the _____.
    Fill hole
  • Automotive fluid leaks tend to flow _____ and to the _____ of the vehicle.
    Downward, Rear
  • List three types of automotive body lubricant.
    Engine oil, graphite, dry stick (wax) lubricant, chassis grease, silicone lubricant
  • When changing the fluid and filter in an automatic transmission, you should___.
    warm the engine and transmission
    All of the below
    start all the pan bolts with your fingers
    position the new pan gasket using an approved sealer
  • Modern fuel systems often use _____ fuel filters between the fuel tank and the engine.
    Inline
  • Define grease job.
    A grease job is the lubrication of high-friction pivot points on the suspension, steering, and drive train systems.
  • A car's warranty may become void if ____ are used.
    Improper intervals
    All of the below
    Incompatible fluids
    Incorrect service procedures
  • Why should engine coolant be changed periodically?
    The coolant will deteriorate after prolonged use.
  • New cars use _____ batteries, which do not require an electrolyte check.
    Maintenance-free
  • _____ has been classified as a hazardous waste due to heavy metal and chlorinated solvents that it picks up circulating through cooling systems.
    Antifreeze
  • Some manual transmission clutches use a(n) _____ system to disengage the clutch.
    Hydraulic
  • Power steering fluid level _____.
    removing a dipstick from the power steering pump
    should be checked regularly
    all of the below
    should be checked with the engine off
  • When checking problem areas of a vehicle, what areas should the inspection include?
    Hose inspection, drive belt inspection, wiring inspection, tire inspection, steering system inspection, exhaust system inspection, brake inspection.
  • Describe how a stethoscope can be used to pinpoint the source of internal part noises.
    Touch the probe on the component near the unwanted sound. Move the stethoscope around until the sound is the loudest.
  • List at least three recyclable materials that are commonly removed from service during maintenance and repair of vehicles.
    Evaluate individually.
  • The oil lever should be between the ___ and ___ marks on the dipstick.
    Add(low), Full
  • EPA regulations state that no manifest is needed for used _____ or _____ batteries if they are sent for recycling.
    Oil, lead-acid
  • When should an air filter be replaced?
    An air filter should be replaced when it becomes extremely dirty.
  • List some of the common causes of automotive fluid leaks.
    Bad gaskets, bad seals, damaged hoses, cracks in parts.
  • A(n) _____ is used to force chassis grease into small fittings.
    Grease gun
  • What causes oil foaming?
    Oil foaming is caused by adding too much oil to an engine.
  • Define service interval.
    Service interval is the amount of time (in miles or months) between recommended service checks or maintenance operations.