Question 1

Which of the following jobs require(s)a good working knowledge of all automotive systems and all major components?

Accepted Answer

All the listed positions, including parts specialist, service advisor, and service manager, require a good working knowledge of all automotive systems and major components to effectively perform their roles.

Question 2

The ____________________ schedule lists the service and maintenance operations that keep the vehicle working efficiently; it may include oil and filter changes, coolant and lubrication services, and replacement of belts, hoses, and spark plugs.

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Question 3

What is the primary reason technicians cannot repair a particular problem on today's vehicles?

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Question 4

Describe cooperative education.

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Question 5

Typically car batteries are sold with a(n)____________________ warranty.

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The answer of Typically car batteries are sold with a(n)____________________...

Question 6

The most commonly sought advanced ASE certification for automotive technicians is the L1, which is the Advanced ____________________.

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Question 7

Parts manufactured by the same company that built the vehicle or the company that supplied the parts to the manufacturer of the vehicle are called _____ parts.

Accepted Answer

OEM (original equipment manufacturer) parts are those made by the same company that manufactured the vehicle or supplied the parts to the vehicle's manufacturer, ensuring compatibility and reliability.

Question 8

A large parts distribution center is commonly known as a(n)____________________.

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Question 9

Name an example of a franchise repair shop.

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Question 10

What part listed here is NOT covered by the Federal Emissions Defect Warranty?

Accepted Answer

The Federal Emissions Defect Warranty typically covers components that directly affect a vehicle's emissions, such as the ignition module, mass airflow sensor, and fuel pressure regulator. The water pump, however, is primarily related to the vehicle's cooling system and does not directly affect emissions, making it not covered by this warranty.

Question 11

For every auto dealership, there are ____________________ independent repair shops.

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Question 12

The ____________________ helps technicians with more difficult tasks and serves as the quality-control expert.

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Question 13

A local auto parts store that sells to shops and do-it-yourselfers is often called a(n)____________________.

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The answer of A local auto parts store that sells...

Question 14

Technician A says some shops have technician teams, consisting of several technicians with different levels of expertise. Technician B says the lead tech is sort of the shop foreman of the team. Who is correct?

Accepted Answer

Both statements are correct. Technician teams often consist of members with varying levels of expertise to handle different tasks efficiently, and the lead tech typically acts as the shop foreman, overseeing the work and providing guidance.

Question 15

Most shops use ____________________ to generate repair orders and estimates and to schedule the shop's workload.

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Question 16

What are the two warranties mandated by the federal government?

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Question 17

Today's technicians must have good ____________________ skills.

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Question 18

Writing accurate repair estimates is a responsibility of the ____________________.

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The answer of Writing accurate repair estimates is a responsibility...

Question 19

Maintaining parts inventories is the responsibility of the ____________________.

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The answer of Maintaining parts inventories is the responsibility of...

Question 20

The ____________________ is responsible for the operation of the entire service department at a large dealership or an independent shop.

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Quiz 1: Careers in the Automotive Industry

Which of the following jobs require(s) a good working knowledge of all automotive systems and all major components?