Temps Test Technical Aptitude 2

Question 1

What does the ABS warning light on your dashboard indicate?

Accepted Answer

The Anti-lock Braking System has a fault

Answer

Your tires need air

Answer

Your brake fluid is full

Answer

The parking brake is engaged

Question 2

How often should engine oil typically be changed in a modern vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Every 3,000 to 7,500 miles depending on oil type

Answer

Every 500 miles

Answer

Once a year regardless of mileage

Answer

Every 15,000 miles

Question 3

What is the purpose of a vehicle's alternator?

Accepted Answer

To charge the battery while the engine runs

Answer

To start the engine

Answer

To cool the engine

Answer

To regulate fuel injection

Question 4

What does a rumble strip on the road edge signal to a driver?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle is drifting off the roadway

Answer

A railroad crossing ahead

Answer

Road construction zone begins

Answer

A speed bump ahead

Question 5

When a tire blows out at highway speed, the correct immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Steer straight and ease off the accelerator gradually

Answer

Slam the brakes hard

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Immediately turn onto the shoulder

Answer

Shift into neutral and coast

Question 6

What does a vehicle's catalytic converter do?

Accepted Answer

Converts harmful exhaust gases into less harmful emissions

Answer

Filters engine oil

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Cools the engine coolant

Answer

Increases fuel octane

Question 7

What is indicated when your vehicle's temperature gauge moves into the red zone while driving?

Accepted Answer

Engine is overheating and you should stop safely

Answer

Normal operating temperature reached

Answer

Coolant level is optimal

Answer

Thermostat is working correctly