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LV01
Service
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does PPE stand for? | Personal Protection Equipment |
| How do you check an alternator drive belt tension? | By measuring the deflection of the belt at the longest point |
| What is the purpose of a brake vacuum servo? | To assist the driver's brake pedal effort |
| What is an 'aural' inspection? | Listening for unusual noises |
| A pulse generator is most commonly found in? | An electronic ignition system |
| A cut more than 25mm or 10% of the selection width which exposes the casing cords on a tyre? | It makes it illegal |
| The rear lamps and stop lamps are often checked by first switching on the rear lamps and then operating the stop lamps. This sequence checks for? | A bad earth connection |
| Which of the following is most likely to provide technical data for a vehicle repair? | A workshop manual |
| What is the legal tyre tread depth? | 1.6mm |
| What is the likely cause of front tyres feathering? | Steering geometry |
| What tool is used to measure brake disc run out? | DTI gauge |
| What test can be carried out to check suspension? | Bounce test |
| What does COSHH stand for? | Control of Substances Hazardous to Health |
| What is the ideal fuel to air ratio for a petrol engine? | 14.7:1 |
| What should you check when replacing a fuel filter? | The direction of flow |
| What is included in VPE? | Seat cover, wing cover , floor mats |
| What doe SWL stand for? | Safe Working Load |
| What does PDI stand for? | Pre delivery inspection |
| When is the first MOT carried out? | After 3 years |
| If a wheel tilts inwards at the top it has ? | Negative camber |
| If a diesel car is difficult to start in cold weather, what is the most likely cause? | Faulty glow plugs |
| What tool is used to measure a spark plug gap? | A feeler gauge |
| You check the oil level on an engine with the? | Dip stick |
| When checking a manual gearbox oil level it should be? | gearbox warm, engine off and through the level plug |
| What fire extinguisher would be used on a petrol fire? | C02 (Black) |
| When you are replacing a halogen bulb you should not? | Touch the glass with bare hands |
| When should you report damage to a car? | When the customer is with you before taking it into the workshop |
| What inspection is carried out before a new car is handed over to a customer? | PDI |
| To increase braking effort most cars are fitted with a? | Vacuum servo |
| A cut more than 25mm or 10% of the selection width which exposes the casing cords on a tyre would make it ? | Illegal |
| The regulated voltage of an alternator is stated as 13.6 to 14.6 volts at 3000 rpm with the headlamps on. This would indicate that the tolerance is? | 1 Volt |
| After rectifying an engine fault you need to road test the customer's vehicle. Before you start the test it is essential that you? | The correct drivers license |
| What tool is used to check battery electrolyte? | Hydrometer |
| A DIS ignition system uses what type of coil? | wasted spark |
| What colour light should not be shown to the rear? | White |
| Where would we find the time and mileage that a service is due on a car? | In the manufactures specifications |
| What does 'EPA' stand for? | Employees Protection Act |
| How many time does a crank shaft rotate on a 4 stroke cycle? | Twice |
| What must be done after fitting brake pads? | Pump the brake pedal |
| What are the most popular socket sizes? | 3/8 and 1/2 inch |
| Maximum play when checking/rocking the steering wheel? | 25mm |
| What should you check for before returning the keys to the customer? | Signs of grease on the paintwork surfaces |
| What tool do you use to ensure bolts are tightened correctly? | Torque wrench |
| What advice should you give to the customer after fitting brand new brake pads? | Avoid braking hard until the pads have bedded in |
| How do you check if a brake servo is working correctly? | Fully deplete the vacuum, partly depress the brake pedal, start the engine, and check if the pedal can be felt to dip |
| What does a blocked air cleaner cause? | A blocked air filter |
| What are the functions of engine oil inside an engine? | Cools components, cleans the engine, stops the engine seizing, and lubricates |
| What is the minimum foot braking efficiency required? | 50% |
| What are the two most important things to check when servicing disc brakes? | Cracks on the brake disc and brake disc thickness |
| Where should the vehicle be positioned when loosening wheel nuts? | Resting on the ground, level ground |
| What should you do if a piece of equipment breaks? | Report it to the supervisor |
| How can the driver tell if the front wheels need balancing? | Steering wheel vibration that increases with vehicle speed |
| What should you check on the seat belts during an MOT? | Ensure the belts are free from damage and have the correct tension and fitment |
| When do vehicle lights have to work correctly? | Anytime, day or night |
| What is the problem with the engine if bubbles appear in the header tank and the vehicle loses power? | Blown head gasket |
| What happens if you fit second hand parts to your vehicle? | Invalidate warranty |
| What causes spongy brake pedals? | Air in the braking system |
| What is the most important thing to do before fitting new parts? | Fit replacement parts that meet the original manufacturer's specifications |
| Apart from the belt, what else should you check on the seat belts during an MOT? | Operation of the buckle mechanism |
| What does 'OEM' stand for? | Original Equipment Manufacturer |
| What does 'VIN' stand for? | Vehicle identification Number |
| What term is used for non genuine car parts? | After Market |
| What should you do when fitting a new oil filter? | Lubricate the rubber seals |
| If you find metal fragments when changing oil you should | Report it to your supervisor |
| The flash rate for indicators is between | 60 and 120 times a minute |
| Gearbox oil level should be checked when | The engine is off and gearbox oil warm |
| If you connect a multi-meter across the battery terminals when cranking the engine, what are you measuring ? | Voltage drop |
| if the valve clearances are are larger than specified this will cause the valves to : | open late, close early, and not open fully |
| on a service a technician finds the brake fluid level low, what should they do ? Report, Investigate, top up, do nothing | Investigate to see if there is a leak or wear |
| what is the maximum brake imbalance on a brake efficiency test | 30% between the left and right wheels on the same axle |
| A blocked air filter will cause high levels of : Carbon monoxide, Nitrogen, Water or hydrocarbons | Carbon Monoxide |
| The main reason for checking valve clearances is to ? | Maintain engine efficiency |
| What oil is recommended for modern CI engines? | SAE 5W40 |
| Why should be bled a diesel fuel filter after fitting? | To make sure there is NO air in the system |
| What is semi synthetic oil? | A mix of mineral(crude) oil and synthetic(engineered) oil |
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