CAFM Vehicle Maintenance and Repair 2

Question 1

A fleet vehicle's brake pedal feels spongy and sinks to the floor under moderate pressure. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Air in the brake hydraulic system

Answer

Worn brake pads

Answer

Faulty ABS module

Answer

Loose wheel bearings

Question 2

When implementing a preventive maintenance schedule for a mixed fleet, which interval system is generally preferred over fixed mileage intervals?

Accepted Answer

Severity-adjusted intervals

Answer

Calendar-based intervals

Answer

Odometer-only intervals

Answer

Manufacturer-default intervals

Question 3

A fleet manager notices repeated alternator failures on a specific vehicle model. What is the BEST first step in diagnosing this systemic issue?

Accepted Answer

Review repair history and identify common failure modes

Answer

Replace alternators with higher-output units

Answer

Switch to a different vehicle brand

Answer

Increase PM intervals for electrical systems

Question 4

What does the acronym 'OBD-II' refer to in fleet vehicle diagnostics?

Accepted Answer

On-Board Diagnostics, second generation

Answer

Operational Brake Detection, second iteration

Answer

Output Buffer Device, version II

Answer

On-Board Data Integrator, second release

Question 5

A fleet vehicle is due for a timing belt replacement per manufacturer schedule. The technician finds the belt in apparently good condition. What should the fleet manager authorize?

Accepted Answer

Replace it on schedule regardless of appearance

Answer

Postpone replacement until visible wear appears

Answer

Extend the interval by 10,000 miles and re-inspect

Answer

Switch to a timing chain at this service

Question 6

Which type of engine oil viscosity rating is most critical for fleet vehicles operating in regions with extreme temperature swings?

Accepted Answer

Multi-grade oil (e.g., SAE 5W-30)

Answer

Single-grade oil (e.g., SAE 30)

Answer

Straight-weight racing oil

Answer

Vegetable-based bio-oil

Question 7

A fleet technician reports that a vehicle's coolant is milky or frothy in appearance. What does this most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Head gasket failure allowing oil-coolant mixing

Answer

Normal coolant oxidation

Answer

Overfilled coolant reservoir

Answer

Thermostat stuck open