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Automobile Engineering MCQ Ebook PDF
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03. The coefficient of friction for the clutch facing is approximately
(A) 0.1
(B) 0.4
(C) 0.8
(D) 1.2
Answer: Option B
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04. The air resistance to a car at 20 kmph is R. The air resistance at 40 kmph will be
(A) R
(B) 2 R
(C) 4R
(D) 4 R²
Answer: Option C
06. The braking control type traction control system (TCS) generally operates in the speed range of
(A) Less than 20 kmph
(B) Less than 40 kmph
(C) Less than 60 kmph
(D) More than 60 kmph
Answer: Option B
08. The component that connects the steering rack to the knuckles is
(A) Tie rod
(B) Sector gear
(C) Pivot
(D) Spline
Answer: Option A
10. In petrol engines, during suction stroke, ________ is drawn in the cylinder
(A) Air and fuel
(B) Only fuel
(C) Only air
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(D) None of these
Answer: Option A
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(D) The assembly is slightly more complicated in design
Answer: Option B
17. The connecting rods are generally made of ________ shaped cross-section.
(A) I
(B) C
(C) L
(D) H
Answer: Option A
19. The characteristic that is enhanced by the honing of cylinder sleeves inner surface is
(A) Cooling efficiency
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(B) Resistance to wear
(C) Lubrication performance
(D) None of these
Answer: Option C
20. If the air-fuel mixture ignites before the spark takes place at spark plug, the condition is called
(A) Detonation
(B) Ignition
(C) Pre-ignition
(D) Rumble
Answer: Option C
22. The crankshaft of a typical inline four cylinder engine has __________ balance weights.
(A) 12
(B) 4
(C) 16
(D) 8
Answer: Option D
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26. The driveshafts are connected to the differential and wheel hubs through universal joints because
the universal joints
(A) Absorb the vibrations transferred from the surface of the road
(B) Compensate for variations in the relative positions of the differential and the wheels which result
from bumpy road surfaces or other similar driving conditions.
(C) Absorb any difference in speed between the left and right wheels when the vehicle is turning
(D) None of the above
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Answer: Option B
30. When the brake pedal free play is less than the specified value, then the
(A) Brake drags
(B) Brake fades
(C) Vapour locking occurs in the brake lines
(D) Antilock braking system malfunctions
Answer: Option A
32. Highest useful compression ratio (HUCR) is the highest compression ratio at which the
(A) Engine can run
(B) Engine gives maximum output
(C) Engine is most efficient
(D) Fuel can be used in a test engine without knocking
Answer: Option D
33. A petrol engine of a car develops 125 Nm torque at 2700 r.p.m. The car is driven in second gear
having gear ratio of 1.75. The final drive ratio is 4.11. If the overall transmission efficiency is 90%,
then the torque available at the driving wheels is
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(A) 8.091 Nm
(B) 80.91 Nm
(C) 809.1 Nm
(D) 8091 Nm
Answer: Option C
34. The air gap between the central electrode and ground (or side) electrode of a spark plug is around
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(A) 0.2 mm
(B) 0.5 mm
(C) 1 mm
(D) 1.5 mm
Answer: Option C
35. A four cylinder engine has a capacity of 2.4 litres. The swept volume of one cylinder is
(A) 400 cm³
(B) 600 cm³
(C) 1200 cm³
(D) 2400 cm³
Answer: Option B
37. In comparison with a radial tyre, one advantage of a bias ply tyre is
(A) Longer life
(B) Lower rolling resistance
(C) Smoother ride at low speeds
(D) None of these
Answer: Option C
40. When the battery is half (50%) charged, the specific gravity of acid in a battery is usually
(A) 0.74
(B) 1.00
(C) 1.12
(D) 1.19
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Answer: Option D
41. The diagram which shows the correct crank positions corresponding to the opening and closing of
the valves, is known as
(A) Indicator diagram
(B) Axial force diagram
(C) Valve timing diagram
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(D) None of these
Answer: Option C
42. The tilting of the front wheels away from the vertical, when viewed from the front of the car, is
called
(A) Camber
(B) Caster
(C) Toe in
(D) Toe out
Answer: Option A
43. The ball joints are used on the tie rod ends, because they
(A) Reduce the amount of noise generated
(B) Reduce the amount of sliding resistance
(C) Can deal with movement of the suspension both vertically and in other directions
(D) Improve the force transmission speed
Answer: Option C
44. In a petrol engine, the high voltage for spark plug is in the order of
(A) 1000 volts
(B) 2000 volts
(C) 11 kilovolts
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(D) 22 kilovolts
Answer: Option D
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(D) None of the above
Answer: Option A
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(B) 10
(C) 25
(D) 40
Answer: Option A
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60. The component in the radiator of an automobile that increases the boiling point of water is
(A) Drain plug
(B) Water jacket
(C) Vacuum valve
(D) Pressure cap
Answer: Option D
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61. An engine has a clearance volume of 100 cm³ and a swept volume of 800 cm³. The compression
ratio is
(A) 7 : 1
(B) 8 : 1
(C) 9 : 1
(D) 10 : 1
Answer: Option C
62. If the engine coolant leaks into the engine oil, then engine oil
(A) Appears milky
(B) Become foamy
(C) Turns black
(D) None of these
Answer: Option A
64. In a four stroke engine for each crankshaft revolution, the camshaft revolves
(A) One half turn
(B) One turn
(C) Two turns
(D) Four turns
Answer: Option A
65. The component of the oil filter that prevents the passage of metal particles and sludge is
(A) Element
(B) Relief valve
(C) Check valve
(D) Case
Answer: Option A
66. The torque available at the contact between driving wheels and road is known as
(A) Brake effort
(B) Tractive effort
(C) Clutch effort
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
67. During braking, the brake shoe is moved outward to force the lining against the
(A) Wheel piston or cylinder
(B) Anchor pin
(C) Brake drum
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(D) Wheel rim or axle
Answer: Option C
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(D) Reduction of the exhaust gas volume
Answer: Option B
70. In Diesel engines, during suction stroke, ________ is drawn in the cylinder.
(A) Air and fuel
(B) Only fuel
(C) Only air
(D) None of these
Answer: Option C
76. In Diesel engines, the duration between the time of injection and the time of ignition is called
(A) Spill cut-off
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(B) Delay period
(C) Injection period
(D) Ignition period
Answer: Option B
80. The most commonly used supplementary restraint system (SRS) component is
(A) Seat belt
(B) Brake
(C) Airbag
(D) Steering
Answer: Option C
81. The major purpose of an electronically controlled automatic transmission is that this type of
transmission
(A) Eliminates gear clutches
(B) Eliminates the gear shaft lever
(C) Reduces the number of automatic transmission components
(D) Reduces shift shock and achieves more efficient transmission of engine torque
Answer: Option D
82. The antiknock property of compression ignition engine fuel can be improved by adding
(A) Tetraethyl lead
(B) Trimethyl pentane
(C) Amyl nitrate
(D) Hexadecane
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Answer: Option C
83. A worm gear is used as the pinion for the rack and pinion type of steering gearbox, because it
(A) Improves steering comfort when steering wheel is turned to effect small changes in the direction of
forward motion
(B) Allows the steering wheel to be turned by a greater amount when steering
(C) Makes the steering more responsive
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(D) Reduces the amount of kickback for large steering angles
Answer: Option A
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84. If the spark plug deposit indicates black coating of soot, it indicates that the engine has been
generally operating on
(A) Too lean mixture
(B) Stoichiometric mixture
(C) Most economical mixture
(D) Too rich mixture
Answer: Option D
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85. The crescent shaped cavity on the piston head top surface is called as
(A) Piston oil hole
(B) Snap ring
(C) Valve recess
(D) Valve clearance
Answer: Option C
88. The three basic cylinder arrangements for automotive engines are
(A) Flat, radial, and V
(B) In a row, in line, and opposed
(C) In line, V, and opposed
(D) V, double row, and opposed
Answer: Option C
90. Which part of the automobile tyre is subjected to greatest flexing action?
(A) Bead
(B) Side wall
(C) Shoulder
(D) Tread
Answer: Option B
91. The compression ratio for Diesel engines usually lies in the range of
(A) 6-10
(B) 10-1
(C) 15-25
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(D) 25-40
Answer: Option C
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(D) Bronze
Answer: Option A
93. In a forced feed lubrication system, the device used to guard against excessive oil pressure, is
known as
(A) Release chamber
(B) Balancer
(C) Relief valve
(D) Stop valve
Answer: Option C
94. The aspect ratio (expressed in percentage) of the tyre is defined as the ratio of
(A) Section width to section height
(B) Section height to section width
(C) Wheel diameter to section height
(D) Wheel diameter to section width
Answer: Option B
96. In order to implement gear changes in the gear unit of an automatic transmission, a ________ is
used.
(A) Synchronizer
(B) Planetary gear
(C) Magnetic clutch
(D) Hydraulic multi plate clutch
Answer: Option D
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99. The valve overlap in four stroke petrol engines is approximately
(A) 30°
(B) 60°
(C) 90°
(D) 120°
Answer: Option A
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100. Which of the following indicates multigrade oil?
(A) SAE 30
(B) API SF
(C) SAE 20 W50
(D) API 50
Answer: Option C
101. The compression ratio in petrol engine is kept less than in Diesel engine because
(A) It makes petrol engines lighter
(B) Higher or equivalent compression ratio in petrol engines is not possible due to pre-ignition
(C) Less compression ratio gives better performance
(D) It is just customary to have less compression ratio in petrol engines
Answer: Option B
105. The frequency of flashing of light per minute in a direction (side turn) indicator is about
(A) 9
(B) 90
(C) 900
(D) 9000
Answer: Option B
107. The process of removing the burnt gases from the engine cylinder by the fresh charge coming into
the engine cylinder from the crankcase, is known as
(A) Cleaning
(B) Priming
(C) Scavenging
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(D) Detonation
Answer: Option C
109. With the increase of battery temperature, the specific gravity of electrolyte
(A) Increases
(B) Decreases
(C) Remains the same
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
110. The process of supplying the intake air to the engine cylinder at a pressure greater than the
pressure of the surrounding atmosphere is known as
(A) Supercharging
(B) Auto ignition
(C) Scavenging
(D) Detonation
Answer: Option A
114. The caster is called positive when the top of the king pin is inclined to the
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(A) Rear of the vehicle
(B) Front of the vehicle
(C) Left of the vehicle
(D) Right of the vehicle
Answer: Option A
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(A) Only air is introduced into the cylinder
(B) The mixture of air and fuel is introduced into the cylinder from carburettor
(C) Both A and B
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
116. The caster is called positive when the top of the king pin is inclined to the
(A) Rear of the vehicle
(B) Front of the vehicle
(C) Left of the vehicle
(D) Right of the vehicle
Answer: Option A
118. The device for smoothening out the power impulses from the engine is called
(A) Clutch
(B) Differential
(C) Flywheel
(D) Torque converter
Answer: Option C
121. The firing order for an opposed four cylinder l.C. engine is
(A) 1-2-3-4
(B) 1-3-4-2
(C) 1-4-3-2
(D) 1-3-2-4
Answer: Option C
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Answer: Option C
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Answer: Option A
124. The sequence in which the force is transmitted through a brake system when the brake pedal is
depressed is
(A) Brake pedal, master cylinder, brake lines, vacuum servo mechanism, brake pads
(B) Brake pedal, vacuum servo mechanism, master cylinder, brake lines, brake pads
(C) Brake pedal, master cylinder, vacuum servo mechanism, brake lines, brake pads
(D) Brake pedal, brake lines, vacuum servo mechanism, master cylinder, brake pads
Answer: Option B
125. The basic purpose of a four wheel drive (4WD) system is that it
(A) Delivers improved cornering on dry road surfaces
(B) Eliminates the need of snow tyres, tyre chains, etc.
(C) Ensures effective transmission of engine torque to all four wheels, even on slippery road surfaces
(D) Ensures that effective braking can be performed, even on slippery surfaces
Answer: Option C
126. The heat transfer from coolant to air in the radiator of an automobile engine takes place by
(A) Radiation only
(B) Convention only
(C) Convection and radiation
(D) Conduction, convection and radiation
Answer: Option C
129. The gradient resistance to a vehicle having a mass of 980 kg moving on an incline of 10° is
(A) 1.6694 N
(B) 16.694 N
(C) 166.94 N
(D) 1669.4 N
Answer: Option D
130. The reconditioning process used to give cylinder bore surfaces a crosshatch pattern, is known as
(A) Honing
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(B) Porous plating
(C) Boring
(D) Shot peening
Answer: Option A
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(B) It is turned by wind force as the vehicle moves forward, and its rotation drives the water pump
(C) It cools the engine by blowing air onto the cylinder block
(D) It draws heat out of the engine compartment
Answer: Option A
136. Caster is a
(A) Forward tilt of the kingpin
(B) Backward tilt of the kingpin
(C) Either 'A' or 'B'
(D) None of these
Answer: Option C
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138. The timing belt is attached to the camshaft pulley and
(A) Timing belt drive pulley
(B) Distributor
(C) Radiator fan pulley
(D) Alternator pulley
Answer: Option A
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139. A battery can be charged by
(A) Adding distilled water
(B) Adding sulphuric acid
(C) Applying voltage in the reverse direction to that of charging
(D) Applying a voltage in the same direction to that of charging
Answer: Option C
140. When the front wheels of a vehicle are locked during braking, then
(A) Stopping distance becomes extremely long
(B) Front tyres skid across the road surface, and the vehicle spins around
(C) Rear tyres skid across the road surface, and the vehicle spins around
(D) Driver loses control over the steering, and the vehicle continues moving in its current direction
Answer: Option D
141. The order in which effort applied to the steering wheel is transferred to the front wheel is
(A) Steering wheel, steering gearbox, steering shaft, tie rod, steering knuckle, front wheels
(B) Steering wheel, steering shaft, steering gearbox, tie rod, steering knuckle, front wheels
(C) Steering wheel, steering shaft, steering gearbox, steering knuckle, tie rod, front wheels
(D) Steering wheel, tie rod, steering gearbox, steering shaft, steering knuckle, front wheels
Answer: Option B
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(C) Since it is sealed, the water in maintenance free battery is not lost through evaporation thus
accordingly it is not necessary to top up the cells with water
(D) Recharging of a maintenance free battery is neither required nor possible
Answer: Option C
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(B) Battery system
(C) Electronic control unit system
(D) Magneto and electronic system
Answer: Option C
148. The fuel pump of a programmed fuel injection (PFI) system operate for two seconds when the
ignition is turned to the start position to
(A) Enable the pump's fault diagnosis function to operate
(B) Warm up and lubricate the pump
(C) Supplies a large amount of fuel and thereby creates a choke effect
(D) Pressurise the fuel system before the engine is started
Answer: Option D
149. In which of the following conditions, the idle CO percentage should be measured with the vehicle?
(A) Headlights and other electrical devices are switched off
(B) Headlights and other electrical devices are switched on
(C) Headlights and other lights are switched off
(D) Headlights are switched on
Answer: Option A
150. The mechanical efficiency (ηm) of an I.C. engine is equal to (where I.P. = Indicated power,
B.P. = Brake power and F.P. = Frictional power)
(A) I.P/B.P.
(B) B.P/I.P.
(C) B.P/F.P.
(D) F.P/B.P.
Answer: Option B
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Answer: Option D
159. Which of the following parameter can be adjusted by modifying the tie rod attachment length?
(A) Camber
(B) Caster
(C) Toe
(D) Steering gear ratio
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Answer: Option C
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Answer: Option A
162. The fuel pump in the programmed fuel injection (PFI) system is located
(A) Between the fuel filler pipe and fuel tank
(B) In the fuel tank
(C) On the distributor mounting in the engine compartment
(D) On the engine compartment bulkhead
Answer: Option B
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164. Which of the following is not an automobile?
(A) Motor cycle
(B) Passenger car
(C) Aeroplane
(D) Truck
Answer: Option C
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165. The ignition in a spark ignition engine takes place when the piston is
(A) Exactly at the T.D.C. position on its compression stroke
(B) Approaching the T.D.C. position on its compression stroke
(C) Leaving the T.D.C. position on its compression stroke
(D) Approaching the T.D.C position on its exhaust stroke
Answer: Option B
172. When a gear box has four forward speeds and one reverse speed, it is said to be a
(A) 3-speed gear box
(B) 4-speed gear box
(C) 5-speed gear box
(D) 6-speed gear box
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Answer: Option B
174. When the piston is at T.D.C, the volume above the piston in the combustion chamber is the
(A) Clearance volume
(B) Cylinder volume
(C) Exhaust volume
(D) None of these
Answer: Option A
175. In a hydraulic power steering system, the power steering pump is driven by a
(A) Belt driven by camshaft
(B) Chain driven by crankshaft
(C) Belt driven by driveshaft
(D) Belt driven by crankshaft
Answer: Option D
180. The forced fed lubrication system means that the oil is delivered to the engine by
(A) Gravity
(B) The pressure created by the oil pump
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(C) Splashing action of the crankshaft
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
182. The indicated power of a four stroke engine (in watts) is equal to (where P = Mean effective
pressure in N/m², L = Length of stroke in metres, A = Cross-sectional area of the piston in m², and
N = Speed of the engine in revolutions per second (r.p.s)
(A) P.L.A.N/2
(B) P.L.A.N
(C) 2 × P.L.A.N
(D) P.L.A.N/4
Answer: Option A
184. If the valve clearances are excessively large, the problem that can arise is
(A) Overheating of the engine
(B) Incomplete valve closure
(C) Fouling of spark plug by gasoline
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
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Answer: Option B
188. The gear shift lever requires two separate motions to shift gears, and the first movement
(A) Moves the synchronizer
(B) Selects the synchronizer
(C) Meshes the gears
(D) Operates the clutch
Answer: Option B
190. Which of the following bulb in a car will have the least wattage?
(A) Head light bulb
(B) Stop light bulb
(C) Parking light bulb
(D) Ignition warning bulb
Answer: Option D
193. A heat treated glass generally used in automobiles bursts into ________ upon cracking,
(A) Sharp edged fragments
(B) Small particles
(C) Large particles
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
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(C) Too much traction
(D) Uneven tyre wear
Answer: Option D
197. If a tyre is designated as 175/65 R-14 82-S, then the aspect ratio for the tyre is
(A) 175
(B) 65
(C) 14
(D) 82
Answer: Option B
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202. Incorrect steering axis inclination (S.A.I.) causes
(A) Tendency to assume toe-out orientation
(B) Generation of a braking effect at tight corners
(C) Poor recovery of the steering wheel after making a turn
(D) The vehicle to pull to the side of lesser inclination
Answer: Option C
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203. Which of the following symptom is caused as a result of brake disc run out?
(A) Ineffectiveness of the brakes
(B) Judder during braking
(C) Localized wearing of the brake pads
(D) Rapid wearing of the brake pads
Answer: Option B
204. Which one of the following statement correctly describes the construction of a bevel gear type
differential?
(A) The drive shafts are splined to the differential carrier.
(B) The left side gear and the differential carrier rotate in constant unison.
(C) The differential carrier houses differential pinion gears and side gears; each pinion gear meshes with
a different side gear.
(D) The differential carrier houses differential pinion gears and side gears
Answer: Option D
205. The information provided by the oxygen (O₂) sensor to the feedback control system is about the
(A) Air-fuel ratio
(B) Air temperature
(C) Air flow speed
(D) Exhaust gas volume
Answer: Option A
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206. The function of a governor in automobiles is to
(A) Limit the power
(B) Limit the vehicle speed
(C) Maintain constant engine speed
(D) Maximise the fuel economy
Answer: Option B
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207. The firing order for an inline four cylinder I.C. engine is
(A) 1-2-3-4
(B) 1-3-4-2
(C) 1-2-4-3
(D) 1-3-2-4
Answer: Option B
208. The minimum parking brake force is generally ________ of gross vehicle mass (GVM).
(A) 5 %
(B) 10 %
(C) 15 %
(D) 20 %
Answer: Option D
210. The advantage of the fuel injection system over the carburettor system is
(A) Improved fuel efficiency
(B) Improved emission
(C) Improved power output
(D) All of these
Answer: Option D
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Answer: Option C
215. The connecting rod lower end is connected to the relevant ________ of crankshaft.
(A) Big end
(B) Crank arm
(C) Journal
(D) Small end
Answer: Option C
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218. The function of a second ring is that it is a
(A) Back up compression ring which will work in place of the top ring when it is broken
(B) Compression ring and aids the top ring in sealing and cooling
(C) Back up oil control ring which will work in place of the bottom ring when it is broken
(D) Cushion ring which prevents piston slap and knock
Answer: Option B
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219. The advantage of having a tandem master cylinder arrangement in automobiles is that it
(A) Enhances safety by serving two independent lines in a divided line brake circuit
(B) Enhances safety by activating the brakes using vacuum pressure in the event of brake fluid loss
(C) Supplies equal fluid pressure to each line of a divided line brake circuit, thereby preventing the
brakes from dragging on one side
(D) Boosts the brake fluid pressure to reduce the force required to depress the brake pedal
Answer: Option A
220. The two rows of cylinders in a 'V' type engine are generally arranged at
(A) 45°
(B) 60°
(C) 90°
(D) 130°
Answer: Option B
221. The basic part of the engine, to which the other engine parts are attached or assembled is the
(A) Cylinder head
(B) Crankshaft
(C) Cylinder block
(D) Oil pan
Answer: Option C
224. When indicated power (I.P.) and frictional power (F.P.) are known, we can calculate
(A) Brake power
(B) Compression ratio
(C) Specific air consumption
(D) Mean effective pressure
Answer: Option A
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(D) Jacket cooling water
Answer: Option D
230. The power actually developed inside the engine cylinder is called as
(A) Indicated power
(B) Brake power
(C) Frictional power
(D) None of these
Answer: Option A
231. If the air-fuel mixture in a spark ignition engine is too rich, then air-fuel ratio is about
(A) 17 : 1
(B) 15 : 1
(C) 13 : 1
(D) 10 : 1
Answer: Option D
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(B) Cushion springs
(C) Central hub
(D) Clutch pedal
Answer: Option A
236. An overinflated tyre will wear the tread most near the
(A) Edges
(B) Corners
(C) Centre
(D) None of these
Answer: Option C
239. Two advantages of using helical gears rather than spur gears in a transmission system are
(A) Strength and cost
(B) Strength and less end thrust
(C) Noise level and strength
(D) Noise level and economy
Answer: Option C
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242. The temperature at which tyre inflation pressure should be checked is
(A) 20°C
(B) 25°C
(C) 35°C
(D) Ambient temperature
Answer: Option D
246. In case of a Diesel car, the pressure at the end of compression is of the order of
(A) 15 bar
(B) 25 bar
(C) 35 bar
(D) 45 bar
Answer: Option D
247. The effect of vapour locking on the brake performance is that the
(A) Brakes function more effectively
(B) Brakes fail completely
(C) Brake operation is delayed after depression of the brake pedal
(D) Vapour locking has no effect on brake performance
Answer: Option B
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Answer: Option B
251. In a four speed four stroke Diesel engine, the intake valve
(A) Opens at T.D.C. and closes at B.D.C.
(B) Opens at 20° before T.D.C. and closes at 35° after B.D.C.
(C) Opens at 10° after T.D.C. and closes at 20° before B.D.C.
(D) None of the above
Answer: Option B
252. When the top of the wheel is tilted outward, then it is called
(A) Positive camber
(B) Negative camber
(C) Positive caster
(D) Negative caster
Answer: Option A
254. A basic difference between the spark ignition engine and the Diesel engine is that the
(A) Diesel engine compresses air alone instead of an air-fuel mixture
(B) Air temperature ignites the fuel in the Diesel engine
(C) Fuel is sprayed into the combustion chamber in the Diesel engine as the piston nears T.D.C. on the
compression stroke
(D) All of the above
Answer: Option D
256. The lower cylindrical portion of the piston which improves piston cooling performance is called
(A) Piston crown
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(B) Connecting rod
(C) Piston pin boss
(D) Piston skirt
Answer: Option D
257. The most effective method of controlling S.I. engine exhaust emission is by
(A) Recirculating exhaust
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(B) Using catalytic converter
(C) Using some additives in the fuel
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
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258. If clearance volume of I.C. engines is increased, the compression ratio will
(A) Increase
(B) Decrease
(C) Remain constant
(D) Be doubled
Answer: Option B
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259. The basic function of the suspension is to
(A) Absorbs vibration and impact forces from the road surface
(B) Ensure that the steering wheel can deliver a suitable amount of steering force
(C) Ensure that wheel alignment is not disturbed during driving
(D) Automatically correct the effects of over steering
Answer: Option A
261. The engine oil is stored in __________ when the engine is not running.
(A) Oil pan
(B) Cylinder head
(C) Oil pump
(D) Separate oil tank
Answer: Option A
265. The camshaft of a four stroke Diesel engine running at 1000 rpm will run at
(A) 500 rpm
(B) 1000 rpm
(C) 2000 rpm
(D) 4000 rpm
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Answer: Option A
266. What type of bearing is used for main bearings and connecting rod bearings?
(A) Ball bearings
(B) Plain bearings
(C) Needle roller bearing
(D) Taper roller bearing
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Answer: Option B
267. Valve overlap is the number of degrees of camshaft rotation during which
(A) Both valves are closed
(B) Both valves are open
(C) Both 'A' and 'B'
(D) None of these
Answer: Option B
268. The component that is responsible for converting the rotation of the steering wheel into lateral
motion is the
(A) Steering wheel
(B) Steering shaft
(C) Steering gearbox
(D) Tie rod
Answer: Option C
270. The main cause for the change in engine oil viscosity is
(A) Humidity
(B) Temperature
(C) Vibration
(D) Contamination
Answer: Option B
272. The operation of removing trapped air from the hydraulic braking system is known as
(A) Trapping
(B) Tapping
(C) Bleeding
(D) Cleaning
Answer: Option C
273. In a four wheel drive (4WD), the numbers of gear boxes are
(A) 1
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(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
Answer: Option B
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(B) Skirt of the piston
(C) Piston walls
(D) Piston rings
Answer: Option A
277. Which one of the following statements correctly describes the construction of a planetary gear
type differential?
(A) The six planetary pinions rotate in constant mesh with the internal gears.
(B) One drive shaft is splined to the central gear and the other to the planetary gear.
(C) Each planetary pinion gear meshes with both the central gear and the internal gear.
(D) The internal gear is fixed to the planetary gear.
Answer: Option B
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282. The coefficient of rolling resistance for a truck weighing 63,500 N is 0.018. The rolling resistance
to the truck is
(A) 1.143 N
(B) 11.43 N
(C) 114.3 N
(D) 1143 N
Answer: Option D
02. The differential ensures that each wheel is driven at a speed which corresponds to the distance it
must travel around a corner, and it consequently prevents against excessive tyre wear.
(A) Agree
(B) Disagree
04. The smooth shift mechanism of an automatic transmission reduces the degree of shock at shifting
of gears.
(A) Yes
(B) No
05. If the air-fuel mixture ignites before the spark takes place at spark plug, the condition is called
(A) Detonation
(B) Pre-ignition
06. The crankshaft of a typical inline four cylinder engine has ________ balance weights.
(A) 4
(B) 8
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07. The camshaft is driven by the crankshaft via the timing belt.
(A) Correct
(B) Incorrect
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09. The main merit of a multi cylinder type cylinder sleeve is
(A) Smaller engine dimensions
(B) Better cooling efficiency
11. The component of the oil filter that prevents the passage of metal particles and sludge is
(A) Element
(B) Check valve
12. The engine torque increases with the increase in engine speed up to a certain point after which it
starts to fall down.
(A) Correct
(B) Incorrect
13. In Diesel engines, during suction stroke, ________ is drawn in the cylinder.
(A) Only fuel
(B) Only air
15. The most commonly used supplementary restraint system (SRS) component is
(A) Seat belt
(B) Airbag
16. The crescent shaped cavity on the piston head top surface is called as
(A) Valve recess
(B) Valve clearance
17. When the engine speed increases, the ignition timing must be advanced.
(A) Yes
(B) No
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20. The PCV valve incorporates a spring loaded plunger and opens in proportion to the level of
vacuum pressure in the intake manifold.
(A) Agree
(B) Disagree
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