Exam 6: Diagnostic Equipment and Special Tools

Technician A uses leather gloves when working on high-voltage components in a hybrid vehicle. Technician B uses a CAT-III voltmeter and test leads when testing electrical components on a hybrid. Who is correct?

A battery hydrometer is used to measure the specific gravity of the electrolyte.

A timing light checks the ignition timing in relation to the ____ position.

The diagnostic connector for OBD-II vehicles is located in the same area for all vehicles.

A(n) ____________________ is a microprocessor designed to communicate with the vehicle's computer.

Manifold vacuum is formed on the piston's ______ stroke.

What tool is NOT used for fabricating new brake lines.

What is a brake spoon used for?

A self-powered test light is called a(n) ____________________ tester.

Low oil pressure can be caused by excessive bearing clearances.

When cylinders are bored oversize with a boring bar, no additional cylinder wall service is required.

Technician A uses a pipe wrench to adjust a tie-rod sleeve. Technician B uses a tie-rod sleeve adjusting tool. Who is correct?

What is the difference between a disc brake micrometer and a conventional micrometer?

List four capabilities of a scan tool.

Ridge reamers are being discussed. Technician A says the reamer removes the unworn metal that lies above the ring travel. Technician B says to remove the ridge after removing the piston. Who is correct?

Some valve spring compressors allow the valve springs to be compressed and removed while the cylinder head is still attached to the engine block.

Technician A says a sulfated and plugged fuel injector is caused by electrical problems. Technician B says a sulfated and plugged fuel injector can be cleaned. Who is correct?

A power steering pressure tester may be used to test the pressure on a hydraulic power brake booster.

List the special tools needed to work on hybrid vehicles.

Technician A says a push-in compression gauge must be held tightly in the spark plug hole in order to get an accurate reading. Technician B says the vent valve must be opened to release the pressure in the gauge after each cylinder is tested. Who is correct?