Lubrication System Flashcards

1
Q

Synthetic oil molecules are all the same size.

A

True’.

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2
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Technician A says a windage tray helps to keep air pockets out of the oil at high speeds. Technician B says the lubrication system should be primed before starting an engine that has just been rebuilt. Who is right?

A

Both technicians

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3
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Technician A says pleated paper is generally used in bypass oil filters. Technician B says a relief valve that is stuck closed will result in high oil pressure at idle. Who is right?

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Both technicians

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4
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Viscosity is a term used to describe the thickness or body of engine oil.

A

True’.

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5
Q

Excessive clearance at a main bearing will result in low oil pressure at the rocker arms or valve lifters.

A

True’

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6
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Since the early 1960s, road draft tubes have been used to replace PCV systems.

A

False

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7
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Technician A says leaking vacuum lines can allow dirt to be drawn into an engine. Technician B says a horizontally mounted oil filter has an antidrainback valve. Which technician is correct?

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Both technicians

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8
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Technician A says most manufacturers recommend a minimum of 25 psi of oil pressure for every 1000 rpm. Technician B says short trips allow sludge to accumulate. Who is right?

A

Technician B

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9
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Technician A says when oxygen is mixed with oil, it will extend the life of the oil. Technician B says excessively rich air-fuel mixtures can turn the oil black. Which technician is correct?

A

Technician B

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10
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Oil is being discussed. Technician A says oil never wears out. Technician B says there are many additives in oil that will become depleted during engine operation. Who is correct?

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Both technicians

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11
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What does SAE stand for?

A

Society of Automotive Engineers

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12
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Technician A says additive packages make up as much as one-third of the volume of a container of oil. Technician B says friction modifiers added to oil help the oil to stick to metal surfaces. Who is right?

A

Technician A

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13
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An oil is rated at 10W-40. The “W” means winter grade.

A

True’.

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14
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Technician A says too much oil can cause excessive oil consumption. Technician B says to much oil in the crankcase can cause aeration of the oil. Who is right?

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Both technicians

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15
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Technician A says the primary job of antiwear additives is to protect the camshaft and lifters. Technician B says ZDDP has been commonly used as an antiwear additive. Who is correct?

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Both technicians

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