Deck 9: Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

Question 1

The 12.6 volt auxiliary battery used in a Toyota Prius is being discussed. Technician A says the battery is used to provide energy to systems other than the drivetrain. Technician B says if the auxiliary battery goes dead, the vehicle will operate normally using the high-voltage battery.. Who is correct?

A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Answer 1

A

Question 2

What is the operating voltage of the Honda IMA mild hybrid system?

A) 42 volts
B) 144 volts
C) 300 volts
D) 650 volts

Answer 2

B

Question 3

The third generation of the Toyota Hybrid System (THS-III) is being discussed. Technician A says it uses a larger battery pack. Technician B says it adds another driving mode that helps it stay in electric mode for up to a mile when driving less than 25 MPH. Who is correct?

A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A and B

Answer 3

B

Question 4

What type of batteries are used in the second generation Toyota Hybrid system?

A) Lithium Ion (LI-ON), wired in parallel
B) Nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH), wired in series
C) Lithium Ion (LI-ON), wired in series
D) Nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH), wired in parallel

Question 5

Technician A says the Toyota Prius can operate as a parallel hybrid vehicle. Technician B says  the Toyota Prius can operate as a series hybrid vehicle. Who is correct?

A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 6

Which statement about fuel cell vehicles is NOT correct?

A) Honda first introduced two FCV prototypes in 1999.
B) In 2004, Honda began experimental operation of the first Home Energy Station (HES).
C) General Motors has one fuel cell prototype vehicle, the HyGen4.
D) Ford Motor Company has adapted the Ford Focus to become a fuel cell vehicle prototype.

Question 7

How many motor/generators are used in the Toyota four wheel drive Highlander Hybrid?

A) one
B) two
C) three
D) four

Question 8

Which type of vehicle uses both an ICE and an EMG to accelerate the vehicle and maintain cruise, but CANNOT be recharged off the electric grid?

A) Fuel cell electric vehicle
B) Battery electric vehicle
C) Hybrid electric vehicle
D) Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle

Question 9

How many motor/generators are used in the Honda IMA hybrid system?

A) one
B) two
C) three
D) four

Question 10

Which statement(s) is/are true concerning GM vehicles with the Allison two-mode hybrid technology?

A) They have an EMG that is designed to offer an advantage in fuel economy at city speeds.
B) They have an EMG that is designed to offer an advantage in fuel economy at highway speeds.
C) They use AFM technology to offer an advantage in fuel economy during cruise conditions.
D) All of the above

Question 11

In manufacturer's recommendations for disconnecting the HV battery of hybrid electric vehicles, the following procedures are typically recommended EXCEPT :

A) wearing an electrically insulating glove on the hand that is used to disconnect power
B) keeping one other hand in your pocket or in your belt
C) being sure to wear high-voltage Shepherd's gloves
D) using a gloved hand to pull the "power disconnect plug" that is located in the trunk area

Question 12

Regenerative braking is being discussed. Technician A says the friction generated by the disc brakes is converted into electrical energy. Technician B says the vehicle's kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy. Who is correct?

A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 13

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the Toyota Hybrid inverter?

A) The inverter is used to provide AC voltage to MG1to start the gasoline engine
B) The inverter is used to provide AC voltage to MG2 to accelerate the vehicle
C) The inverter is used to convert AC voltage from MG2 to DC voltage to charge the high-voltage battery
D) The inverter is used to provide DC voltage to MG1to start the gasoline engine

Question 14

Which statement about the Honda IMA system is NOT correct?

A) The EMG shuts down at cruising speeds
B) The EMG assists the gasoline engine during acceleration
C) The EMG drives the vehicle without the gasoline engine at slow speeds
D) The EMG charges the high voltage battery during deceleration

Question 15

Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells are being discussed. Technician A says the cells combine hydrogen (H2) with oxygen (O2) to create electrical current flow. Technician B says a by product of the fuel cell operation is water. Who is correct?

A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 16

What is the primary source of power when accelerating at low speeds in the Toyota Hybrid System?

A) The gasoline engine
B) MG1
C) MG2
D) MGR

Question 17

All of these sensors are used in the Honda Grade Logic Control system EXCEPT for the:

A) Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor
B) Vehicle speed sensor (VSS)
C) Acceleration rate sensor (ARS)
D) Brake applied switch

Question 18

What does the "READY" light indicate on a Toyota hybrid vehicle?

A) The vehicle is ready to be started
B) The vehicle is ready to be serviced
C) The vehicle is ready to begin driving
D) The battery is ready to be charged

Question 19

The Honda Accord hybrid with cylinder deactivation is being discussed. Technician A says the engine mount is electronically controlled. Technician B says the system uses "Active Noise Control". Who is correct?

A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Question 20

What ratings has the 2004 Prius with THS-II earned that the original Prius did not earn?

A) ULEV
B) SULEV
C) AT-PZEV
D) Both B and C