Mechanical
How many pistons does our project car have?
8
What gauge measures the speed of the car?
Speedometer
Why does an automotive engine use motor oil?
All metal on metal interactions need to be lubricated to prevent heat as well as wear and tear.
Tire type "P" stands for what?
Passenger
Where do you find the type of oil you should put in your car?
On the oil cap or in the owners manual
Where is the crankshaft located?
At the bottom of the engine
What control all the electronics in the car?
ECU
SAE is an abbreviation for this organization
Society of Automotive Engineers
What is the main purpose of tire treads?
To provide traction for the vehicle on different surfaces and all weather.
Name 5 tools that you will need for an oil change
New Oil, New Oil Filter, Socket Wrench Set, Paper Towels, Rubber Gloves, Funnel, Oil Catch Pan
What connects the crankshaft to the camshaft?
Timing belt/chain
What part of the electrical system contains the ground?
Negative Terminal / Negative Cable
Always make sure you are wearing these 2 things when changing your oil
Safety Glasses & Rubber Gloves
The aspect ratio gives you what information?
the height of the sidewall of the tire
What is the screw called that hods the oil into the oil pan?
Oil Drain plug
What part allows the fuel to air mixture into the cylinders?
Intake Valve
How does an alternator work?
You should always do this after changing the oil on your car
Run the engine for 5-10 minutes, Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, then check the oil level via dipstick
What is Hydroplaning?
A thin layer of water between the tire and the ground which causes a " driving on ice" effect and a loss of control
You check you oil and find that it about 75-80% full and has a slight brownish hue to it. There are very few specs in it. What should your next action be?
Top off a bit or nothing.
Name all 4 parts of the Exhaust System IN ORDER from beginning to finish
Exhaust Manifold, Catalytic Converter, Muffler, Tailpipe
How much energy does a cell in a battery create? How many cells are there in a 12 volt battery?
2 volts - six cells
When your Oil Light comes on, what is the car telling you?
Car is reporting that you have low oil pressure or no oil at all
Once you have successfully changed your flat tire with a spare (donut) and have gotten home safely, what are your next actions?
Replace the flat tire with a new or used tire of the same size, plug flat tire if possible, go to a shop and have them take care of it, DO NOT CONTINUE DRIVING ON IT FOR EXTENDED TIME
The lubrication system has many important purposes. Name 2 of them.
Lubricate moving parts Reduce friction Seal Control temperature Clean & remove contaminants