State Qualifying Exam Preparation Guide

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1 State Qualifying Exam Preparation Guide (AST) Exams developed in partnership with Cengage Learning. Book Information Automotive Service Inspection, Maintenance, Repair Author: Tim Gilles ISBN-13: th Edition 2016 Published Exam Topics I. II. III. THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY. Introduction to the Automobile. Automotive Careers and Technician Certification. SHOP PROCEDURES, SAFETY, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT. Shop Safety. Shop Management, Service Records, and Parts. Locating Service Information and Specifications. Measuring Tools and Systems. Hardware, Fasteners, Drills, and Thread Repair. Shop Tools. General Shop Equipment. Cleaning Equipment and Methods. Lifting Equipment and Air Compressors. VEHICLE INSPECTION (Lubrication/Safety Check). Engine Lubrication. Underhood and Body Inspection (Car on Ground). Undercar Inspection and Service.

2 IV. ENGINE OPERATION AND SERVICE. Introduction to the Engine. Engine Classifications and Advanced Transportation Technologies. Engine Size and Measurements. Engine Upper End. Engine Lower End and Lubrication System Theory. V. COOLING SYSTEM, BELTS, HOSES, AND PLUMBING Cooling System Theory. Cooling System Service. Automotive Belts. Automotive Hoses. Automotive Plumbing: Tubing and Pipe. VI. VII. VIII. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THEORY AND SERVICE. Basic Electrical System Theory and Repairs. Battery Fundamentals. Battery Service. Starting System Fundamentals. Starting System Service. Charging System Fundamentals. Charging System Service. Lighting and Wiring Fundamentals. Lighting and Wiring Service. Safety, Security, Comfort Systems, and Electrical Accessories. HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING. Heating and Air Conditioning Fundamentals. Heating and Air Conditioning Service. ENGINE PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSIS: THEORY AND SERVICE. Ignition System Fundamentals. Ignition System Service. Fuels and Alternative Fuels. Fuel System Fundamentals. Fuel System Service. Intake and Exhaust Systems, Turbochargers and Superchargers. Emission Control System Fundamentals. Emission Control System Service. Electronics and Computer Systems Fundamentals. Electronics and Computer Systems Service. Advanced Emissions and On-board Diagnostics (ODB). Diagnosing Engine Performance Problems. SkillsUSA Illinois Page 2

3 IX. AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE SERVICE AND REPAIR. Diagnosing Engine Mechanical Problems. Engine Removal and Disassembly. Engine Sealing, Gaskets, Fastener Torque. Engine Diagnosis and Service: Cylinder Head and Valvetrain. Engine Diagnosis and Service: Block, Crankshaft, Bearings, and Lubrication System. Engine Diagnosis and Service: Piston, Piston Rings, Connecting Rod, Engine Balancing. Ordering Parts, Short and Long Blocks, Engine Assembly. Engine Installation, Break in, and In-Chassis Repairs. X. BRAKES AND TIRES. Brake Fundamentals. Brakes Service. Anti-lock Brakes Traction and Stability Control. Bearings, Seals, and Greases. Tire and Wheel Theory. Tire and Wheel Service. XI. XII. XIII. SUSPENSION, STEERING, ALIGNMENT. Suspension Fundamentals. Suspension System Service. Steering Fundamentals. Steering Service. Wheel Alignment Fundamentals. Wheel Alignment Service. DRIVE TRAIN. Clutch Fundamentals. Clutch Diagnosis and Service. Manual Transmission Fundamentals. Manual Transmission Diagnosis and Repair. Automatic Transmission Fundamentals. Automatic Transmission Diagnosis and Service. Driveline Operation. Driveline Diagnosis and Service. Front Wheel Drive (Transaxle and CV Joints) Fundamentals. Front Wheel Drive (Transaxle and CV Joints) Service. Driveline Vibration. HYBRID AND ELECTRIC VEHICLES. Hybrid Electric Vehicle Fundamentals. Hybrid Vehicle Safety and Service. New Vehicle Technologies: Battery and Fuel Cell Electric and Hydraulic Hybrid. SkillsUSA Illinois Page 3

4 Sample Questions 1. The three items on the repair order are called the 3 C s : concern, cause, and collaboration. 2. The compression ratio determines how much the air and fuel are compressed on the compression stroke. 3. A cross and yoke universal joint changes its speed twice in every revolution when run at an angle. 4. A hot AC generator loses 75% of its rated output. a. 5. Pistons should be chemically cleaned while assembled to the piston pin and connecting rod. 6. All of the following statements are true EXCEPT: a. the fuel system monitor operates continuously when the fuel system is in closed loop. b. the heated oxygen sensor monitor (HO2S) changes the injector pulse width while it checks the upstream O2 sensor to see that its oscillating frequency is fast enough. c. O2 sensors are monitored even before closed loop. d. a pre-catalyst sensor is called S0 and a post-cat sensor is called sensor 1 (S1). 7. The electrical conduit color MOST-Likely to signify ordinary 12 volts is: a. black c. yellow b. blue d. orange 8. Which of the following sounds is LEAST-Likely to have a vibration of less than 120 Hz? a. Boom c. Shake b. Buzz d. Whine 9. All of the following statements are true EXCEPT: a. when a rack-and-pinion steering gear is mounted out of level position, its tierods will be at equal angles. b. aftermarket suspension parts sometimes relocate steering linkage connections, which can cause extreme toe change when the suspension moves. c. the toe setting on a tire can change when the wheel goes into a pothole or over a bump. d. turning radius is not an adjustable angle, but if a steering arm becomes bent, the turning radius is affected and the tires can squeal on turns. SkillsUSA Illinois Page 4

5 10. Which of the following statements is LEAST-Likely true? a. Copper-plated sheet steel is used to make the tubing used for brake lines. b. Seamless tubing is one type of tubing made by rolling the steel sheet until it has two layers and one seam, providing a double wall. c. Sometimes the outside of brake tubing is surrounded by a coil of wire. d. Most brake tubing used on automobiles has an I.D. of 3/16" (4.76 mm). SkillsUSA Illinois Page 5