Report Structure
Which section of a report gives the overall purpose (e.g., accident assessment, maintenance)?
The Introduction.
What does it mean for a report to be objective?
To present facts and evidence, not personal opinions.
A record of checks carried out on a vehicle, such as a pre-delivery inspection, is what type of report?
Inspection Report
Define the term torque.
The rotational force applied to tighten or loosen bolts/nuts.
What does VIN stand for?
Vehicle Identification Number.
Name three main body sections of a technical report.
Findings/Observations, Conclusion, Recommendations.
Rewrite this vague statement into a precise one: “The brakes are not good.
The front brake pads are worn to 2mm, below the manufacturer’s recommended 4mm minimum.”
DOUBLE POINTS
Which type of report explains the results of tests using scanners and identifies fault codes?
Diagnostic Report
Which part reduces exhaust noise in a vehicle?
The Muffler
Which system does OBD monitor?
On-Board Diagnostics system.
What comes first in a standard report: Findings, Introduction, or Recommendations?
Introduction
Which principle requires reports to include accurate details such as mileage, fault codes, or measurements?
Accuracy.
After a collision, which type of report provides observations of damage and repair estimates?
Accident Report
What function does the alternator perform in the electrical system?
It charges the battery and powers the electrical system while the engine runs.
DOUBLE POINTS
Expand the acronym HVAC.
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
DOUBLE POINTS
Why must reports include a conclusion section?
To summarize findings and give the overall result of the inspection/diagnosis.
Identify the topic sentence in this example: “The braking system shows significant wear and requires urgent attention. Brake pad thickness measured 1.5mm, below the safe limit.”
The braking system shows significant wear and requires urgent attention
A report documenting oil changes and tire replacements would be classified as what?
Service/Maintenance Report.
Explain why spelling errors such as breaks vs. brakes can affect safety in reports.
Because miscommunication can cause incorrect repairs or dangerous mistakes.
Which acronym refers to the sensor that monitors oxygen in exhaust gases?
O₂ Sensor (Oxygen Sensor).
Place these in correct sequence: Title Page, Recommendations, Findings, Introduction.
Title Page → Introduction → Findings → Recommendations.
Give one recommendation for a vehicle with an overheating radiator.
Replace the radiator immediately to prevent further engine overheating.
Why is it important to distinguish between diagnostic and inspection reports?
Because inspection reports record checks and conditions, while diagnostic reports identify the causes of faults — they serve different purposes.
Give an example of how to use the word camshaft in a sentence suitable for a technical report.
Inspection revealed the camshaft was misaligned, affecting valve timing.”
A report notes that a fault occurred at TDC. What does this mean?
Top Dead Center – when a piston is at its highest point in the cylinder.