Shop Safety
These must be worn in the shop at all times
What are safety glasses
Determines how much current (in amperes) the battery can deliver for 30 seconds at 0 degrees
What is cold cranking amps?
The mechanism to slow down/ stop a vehicle
What are Brakes
Is an impeller or centrifugal pump that forces coolant through the engine block.
What is a water pump?
Linkage or (worm gear) and rack & pinion steering systems.
What are the two basic types of steering systems in use today?
Unsafe Footwear
What Are open Toe Shoes
It is one of the most common & informative battery test used in automotive garages
What is a battery load test
the number 1 cause of premature break wear
What is greasing slides
Transfers coolant heat to the outside air.
What is a radiator?
Most vehicles use these to help prevent chest & face injuries during an accident.
What is a collapsible steering column?
Must be used when operating grinders & cutting tools
What are Face Shields
Approximate driving time under minimum electrical load before a battery goes completely dead
What is reserve capacity?
Wheel cylinders, brake shoes, brake drums, spring kit
What are parts of a drum brake system?
Senses engine temperature and controls coolant flow through the radiator.
What is a thermostat?
Pitman arm, Center Link, Idler arm, Ball Sockets, & Tie Rod ends.
What are parts of a steering linkage?
Must be done before cleaning, adjusting or preparing equipment for use.
What is unplugging equipment?
Electrochemical device that produces & stores electricity.
What is an automotive battery?
Is used to equalize braking action in systems with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
What is a proportioning valve?
Prevents winter freeze up, prevents rust & corrosion, lubricates the water pump & cools the engine.
What is antifreeze?
An effective way to check play in the steering linkage or rack & pinion mechanism.
What is the dry park test?
Device that is NEVER allowed in the shop
What is a cell phone?
Keeps all driver programmed information intact. It will also avoid having the computer relearn driveability information.
What is a memory saver?
Typically front wheel brakes handle what % of braking power?
What is 60 to 70%?
Uses an expansion tank or reservoir and a radiator cap with pressure and vacuum valves.
What is a closed cooling system?
Engine driven and produces hydraulic pressure for steering system operation.
What is a power steering pump?