CDE CDE Vehicle Inspection & Maintenance 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does a brake system warning light on the dashboard indicate?
- Low fuel level
- Engine overheating
- A potential brake system problem requiring attention (Correct answer)
- Low tire pressure
Correct answer: A potential brake system problem requiring attention
A brake system warning light indicates a potential problem with the braking system that requires immediate attention before continuing to drive.
Question 2: What is the primary purpose of a vehicle's suspension system?
- To improve fuel efficiency
- To absorb road shocks and maintain vehicle stability (Correct answer)
- To control the steering direction
- To regulate engine temperature
Correct answer: To absorb road shocks and maintain vehicle stability
The suspension system absorbs road shocks and helps maintain vehicle stability and control while driving on varied road surfaces.
Question 3: What fluid is used in a hydraulic braking system?
- Engine oil
- Transmission fluid
- Brake fluid (Correct answer)
- Engine coolant
Correct answer: Brake fluid
Hydraulic braking systems use brake fluid to transmit force from the brake pedal to the braking components at each wheel.
Question 4: Which vehicle component connects the steering wheel to the front wheels?
- Drive axle
- Drivetrain assembly
- Steering linkage (Correct answer)
- Suspension spring
Correct answer: Steering linkage
The steering linkage connects the steering wheel to the front wheels, translating the driver's input into directional movement of the vehicle.
Question 5: What is the primary function of the alternator in a vehicle?
- To start the engine
- To charge the battery and power electrical systems while the engine runs (Correct answer)
- To cool the engine
- To pump fuel to the engine
Correct answer: To charge the battery and power electrical systems while the engine runs
The alternator generates electricity to recharge the battery and supply power to the vehicle's electrical systems while the engine is running.
Question 6: What does excessive 'play' in the steering wheel typically indicate?
- Normal steering operation
- Worn or loose steering system components (Correct answer)
- The vehicle needs a wheel alignment
- Tires are properly inflated
Correct answer: Worn or loose steering system components
Excessive steering wheel play indicates worn or loose steering components that may compromise the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
CDE CDE Vehicle Inspection & Maintenance 2
What does a brake system warning light on the dashboard indicate?