Exam 2: Drivetrain Theory Special Tools and Procedures

_____ states that when a force acts on an object, the motion of the object will change.

What is the force that slows or prevents the moving of two objects that touch?

Which term refers to the smallest particle of an element in which all the chemical characteristics of the element are present?

A typical machinist's rule is based on the _____ system of measurement and has scales based on 1/8-, 1/16-, 1/32-, and 1/64-inch intervals.

Which character of a vehicle's VIN represents the country of origin (manufacture)?

The effort is often smaller than the load because a small effort can overcome a heavy load if the effort is moved a larger distance.

A substance with only one type of atom is called a molecule.

The twisting force used to turn a fastener against the friction between the threads and between the head of the fastener and the surface of the component is called _____.

The micrometer is unsuitable for measuring linear outside dimensions.

To determine the circumference of a tire, a technician needs to multiply the tire diameter by _____.

When a force moves a certain mass a specific distance, work is done.

While a floor jack and jack stands are acceptable, the hydraulic floor lift is the safest lifting tool for a vehicle.

A(n) _____ is an atom or molecule which has lost or gained one or more electrons.

The third character of a vehicle's VIN identifies the engine type in the vehicle.

Final drive ratio is being discussed. Technician A says a transmission gear ratio of 3.63 and a final drive axle ratio of 3.52, the overall gear ratio is 7.11. Technician B says the overall gear ratio is 12.78. Who is correct?

What are the major components and markings of a micrometer?

Technical service bulletins (TSBs) are provided to update information found in service manuals.

Technician A says fatigue breaks are the most common type of bolt failure. Technician B says overtightening the bolt causes a fatigue break. Who is more correct?

What is known as the "Principle of the Conservation of Energy?"

Briefly describe three examples of energy conversion taking place in an automobile.