Automotive Mechanic Examination Breakdown Subject Areas

 

Automotive Parts and Tools

1. 
   Of the following, the best tool to use to undercut mica on the commutator of a starting motor, is a:
   
   1. 
      round nose chisel
      
   2. 
      hacksaw blade
      
   3. 
      flat chisel
      
   4. 
      hand reamer
      

2. 
   Compression piston rings for gasoline-powered engines are generally made from:
   
   1. 
      copper
      
   2. 
      high-quality cast iron
      
   3. 
      aluminum
      
   4. 
      tempered steel
      

3. 
    The item that is usually located between the cylinder head and the block is a:
   
   1. 
      gasket
      
   2. 
      cushion
      
   3. 
      filler
      
   4. 
      shim
      

4. 
   A standard 12-volt automotive lead acid storage battery has:
   
   1. 
      2-cells
      
   2. 
      4-cells
      
   3. 
      6-cells
      
   4. 
      8-cells
      

5. 
   An automobile mechanic usually uses a wire gauge for checking:
   
   1. 
      spark plug gaps
      
   2. 
      the resistance of secondary circuit wires
      
   3. 
      the diameter of secondary circuit wires
      
   4. 
      the wall thickness of tubing
      

1. 
   In an in-line gasoline-powered automotive engine, the manifold heat-control value is mounted to the:
   
   1. 
      intake manifold
      
   2. 
      cylinder head
      
   3. 
      exaust manifold
      
   4. 
      crankcase
      

2. 
   An automobile is standing still with the engine running and the clutch disengaged.  Of the following the part of the clutch assembly that is stationary is the:
   
   1. 
      flywheel
      
   2. 
      clutch cover
      
   3. 
      pressure plate
      
   4. 
      clutch disk
      

3. 
   A clicking or tapping noise which persists after the engine has warmed up is usually caused by:
   
   1. 
      loose fan belts
      
   2. 
      loose main bearings
      
   3. 
      defective valve lifters
      
   4. 
      worn pistons pins
      

4. 
   A common indicator that the electrical system of a car is permitting a led-acid storage battery to become overcharged is:
   
   1. 
      dim headlights
      
   2. 
      slow cranking
      
   3. 
      the necessity of frequent addition of battery water
      
   4. 
      the formation of white powder on the battery terminals
      

1. 
   The primary responsibility of a supervisor is to:
   
   1. 
      create among his/her subordinates a negative attitude toward departmental
      objectives
      
   2. 
      make certain that all subordinates are treated equally as to the assignment of tasks
      
   3. 
      see that the required work is performed properly
      
   4. 
      establish a relationship of mutual confidence between himself/herself and the subordinates
      

2. 
   A supervisor should be aware that most subordinates will ask questions at meetings or group discussions in order to:
   
   1. 
      stimulate other employees to express their opinions
      
   2. 
      discover how they may be affected by the subjects under discussion
      
   3. 
      display their knowledge of the topics under discussion
      
   4. 
      consume time in order to avoid returning to their normal tasks
      

3. 
   The principle relating to the number of subordinates who can be supervised effectively by one supervisor is COMMONLY known as:
   
   1. 
      span of control
      
   2. 
      optimum personnel assignment
      
   3. 
      delegation of authority
      
   4. 
      organizational factor