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B.TECH. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER 2009

Eighth Semester
Branch : Automobile Engineering
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE (Elective 111) (U)
(2002 Admission onwards/Supplementary)
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 Marks
Part A
Answer all questions.
1. What are the duties of a service adviser ? Explain.
2. What are the basic requirements of a service station ?
3. List some specific tools used for engine overhauling. Explain any two in detail.
4. Discuss briefly on the use of automobile stethescope.
5. Hour do you identify brake faults ?
6. Explain the procedure for tyre rotation during each service.
7. Explain the materials used for tinkering process.
8. Explain the procedure for towing vehicle.
9. Describe in detail the testing procedure of radiator.
10. What are the functions of additives in engine coolants ?
(10 x 4 = 40 marks)
Part B
11. ( a ) Explain preventive maintenance with an example for a passenger car. ( 12 marks)

Or
(b) p a t are the job position in a service station ? Explain their duties. ( 12 marks)

12. (a) When do you recommend reconditioning of a n engine ? Explain the steps involved in it.
(12 marks)
Or
(b) What would be the problems if you had excessive block smoke from the exhaust of an engine ?
Explain the remedial measures to solve this problem.
(12 marks)

Turn over
13. (a) What is the purpose of wheel balancing ? Explain the method of balancing a wheel
(12 marks)
Or
(b) Explain the complete procedure for brake system servicing for a passenger car. (12 marks)
14. (a) Explain in detail the activities involved in the process of body painting after a body repair.
(12 marks)
Or
(b) What are the tools required for body repair ? Explain its functions. (12 marks)
15. (a) Write notes on :
(i) SAE specifications of engineoil and need of oil change in automobiles. (12 marks)
Or
(b) What are the possible ma1 functions of a radiator and explain its remedial measures.
(12 marks)
[5 x 12 = 60 marks]