Automotive 1: Chapter 9 Questions and
Answers Graded A
A large repair facility recycles its used motor oil. Technician A says that only about one quart of
high-quality oil can be recovered from each gallon of used oil that is recycled. Technician B says
the recovery rate is about two and one-half quarts per gallon. Who is right? ✔✔B only
When checking hose conditions, which would indicate the need for replacement? ✔✔-Softening
-Hardening
-Cracks or abrasions
If you find fluid dripping from a vehicle, where is the likeliest direction to look for the actual
leak? ✔✔Above and in front of the drip point
When changing engine oil, Technician A says the engine oil should be warm. Technician B says
the oil should be cool. Who is correct? ✔✔A only
When checking radiator coolant levels by removing the radiator cap, the coolant level should
be____________ with the top of the filler neck. ✔✔1" below
, Engine coolant consists of___________. ✔✔Water and antifreeze
Which of the following contaminants is NOT likely to be found in transmission oil? ✔✔Gasoline
A long screwdriver can be used like a stethoscope to listen to engine sounds. T/F ✔✔True
If certain fluids are NOT changed at recommended intervals, they can cause damage to vehicle
systems. T/F ✔✔True
A filter wrench should be used to "snug up" the filter after an oil change. T/F ✔✔False
Transmission fluid should be checked with the engine warmed up and running and the gear
selector in "Park." T/F ✔✔True
If examination reveals rusty engine coolant, the system should be drained and filled with new
coolant. T/F ✔✔True
Most batteries today do NOT require periodic refilling with electrolyte. T/F ✔✔True
Answers Graded A
A large repair facility recycles its used motor oil. Technician A says that only about one quart of
high-quality oil can be recovered from each gallon of used oil that is recycled. Technician B says
the recovery rate is about two and one-half quarts per gallon. Who is right? ✔✔B only
When checking hose conditions, which would indicate the need for replacement? ✔✔-Softening
-Hardening
-Cracks or abrasions
If you find fluid dripping from a vehicle, where is the likeliest direction to look for the actual
leak? ✔✔Above and in front of the drip point
When changing engine oil, Technician A says the engine oil should be warm. Technician B says
the oil should be cool. Who is correct? ✔✔A only
When checking radiator coolant levels by removing the radiator cap, the coolant level should
be____________ with the top of the filler neck. ✔✔1" below
, Engine coolant consists of___________. ✔✔Water and antifreeze
Which of the following contaminants is NOT likely to be found in transmission oil? ✔✔Gasoline
A long screwdriver can be used like a stethoscope to listen to engine sounds. T/F ✔✔True
If certain fluids are NOT changed at recommended intervals, they can cause damage to vehicle
systems. T/F ✔✔True
A filter wrench should be used to "snug up" the filter after an oil change. T/F ✔✔False
Transmission fluid should be checked with the engine warmed up and running and the gear
selector in "Park." T/F ✔✔True
If examination reveals rusty engine coolant, the system should be drained and filled with new
coolant. T/F ✔✔True
Most batteries today do NOT require periodic refilling with electrolyte. T/F ✔✔True
