4-The secondary terminal of ignition coil is connected to

(A) Ammeter

(B) Distributor cap

(C) Spark plug

(D) Battery

5-Which of the following unit is used to express the capacity of

condenser?

(A) tesla

(B) weber

(C) candela

(D) micro farads

6-The specific gravity of electrolyte can be checked with

(A) hygrometer

(B) voltmeter

(C) multimeter

(D) hydrometer

7-Open circuit voltage of a 12V lead acid battery in fully charged

condition is

(A) 2 V

(B) 2.5 V

(C) 12.6 V

(D) 14 V

8-The voltage of each cell of alkaline battery is

(A) 1.5 V

(B) 2.2 V

(C) 6.2 V

(D) None of the above

9-In an alternator current is induced in

(A) Rotor winding

(B) Stator winding

(C) Carbon brushes

(D) Slip rings

10-In starter motor the field coils are wound around

(A) Commutator

(B) Pole shoes

(C) Yoke

(D) None of the above

11-The reflector used in automobile head lamp is of

(A) Spherical shape

(B) Hemispherical shape

(C) Hyperbolic shape

(D) Parabolic shape

12-The purpose of filling inert gases inside the bulb is

(A) to reduce filament temperature

(B) to avoid dazzling effect

(C) to prevent evaporation of filament

(D) none of the above

ANSWERS:

1-(C), 2-(B), 3-(D), 4-(C), 5-(D), 6-(D), 7-(C), 8-(A), 9-(D), 10-(B), 11-
(D), 12-(C)

1-A tandem master cylinder has

(A) One piston

(B) Two pistons

(C) Three pistons

(D) No piston

2-A transfer case in used

(A) All vehicles

(B) Front wheel drive vehicle

(C) Rear wheel drive vehicle

(D) Four wheel drive vehicle

3-Which of the following has negative temperature co-efficient of
resistance?

(A) Carbon

(B) Copper

(C) Aluminium

(D) Iron

4-In the air brake system, the valve which regulates the line air pressure is

(A) Brake valve

(B) Delivery valve

(C) Thermostat valve

(D) Unloader valve

5-“R134a” is:

(A) A brake fluid

(B) A coolant

(C) A lubricant

(D) A refrigerant

6-In a modern automobile gearbox, most of the gears are:

(A) Spur gears

(B) Helical gears

(C) Herringbone gears

(D) Spiral bevel gears

7-The clutch cover is bolted to the:

(A) Pressure plate

(B) Crankcase

(C) Gearbox

(D) Flywheel

8-The facing of the clutch friction plate is made of:

(A) Asbestos

(B) Rubber

(C) Steel

(D) Cast iron

9-The electrolyte used in a lead acid battery is:

(A) Hydrochloric acid

(B) Sulphuric acid

(C) Nitric acid

(D) Lead peroxide

10-Which of the following is not a part of differential assembly?

(A) Crown wheel

(B) Sun gear

(C) Pinion

(D) Universal joint

ANSWERS:

1-(B), 2-(D), 3-(A), 4-(D), 5-(D), 6-(B), 7-(D), 8-(A), 9-(B), 10-(D)

11-The ‘Ackerman mechanism’ is related to:

(A) Air conditioning system

(B) Transmission system

(C) Steering system

(D) Lubrication system

12-Tread wear indicator is located:

(A) On the tyre, where the tread meets the side wall

(B) On the dashboard of the vehicle

(C) At the wheel alignment shops

(D) On the front bumper of the vehicle

13-Tyre rotation is carried out for:

(A) Reconditioning of a damaged tyre

(B) Equalizing the wear of all the tyres in a vehicle

(C) Free movement of the tyres

(D) Removing impurities from the tyre

14-In tubeless tyres

(A) Air is filled in a tube inside the tyre

(B) Air is filled in between rim and the tyre

(C) No air is required

(D) Liquid is filled in place of air

15-When the child lock is ON:

(A) The door can be opened from inside

(B) The door cannot be opened from outside

(C) All the doors will be closed automatically

(D) The door cannot be opened from inside

16-The term ‘Gross Vehicle Weight’ indicates:

(A) The maximum operating weight of a vehicle without trailer

(B) Weight of the vehicle without passengers

(C) Weight of the vehicle when its body is removed

(D) Weight of the passengers a vehicle can carry

17-The crumple zone is:

(A) A garage, where the unserviceable vehicles are kept

(B) The space inside the luggage compartment of the vehicle

(C) The area which cannot be seen by the driver

(D) The part of the vehicle, designed to absorb the energy during a collision

18-Seat belts used in cars are generally:

(A) Two point type

(B) Three point type

(C) Four point type

(D) Six point type

19-The ‘immobilizer’ is:

(A) A mobile phone charging device used in cars

(B) An electronic security device for vehicles

(C) An automobile tyre changing equipment

(D) A trailer attached to the carriage vehicles

20-The type of car in which the driver’s cabin is separated from the rear
compartment by using a window is called:

(A) Sedan

(B) Coupe

(C) Limousine

(D) Station wagon

ANSWERS:

11-(C), 12-(A), 13-(B), 14-(B), 15-(D), 16-(A), 17-(D), 18-(B), 19-(B), 20-(C)

21-The chassis frame of vehicles is narrow at the front, because:

(A) It gives smaller turning radius to the vehicle

(B) Number of tyres is less at the front

(C) Weight of the vehicle is less at the front

(D) It helps to reduce the weight of the frame

22-The metal used for body building of automobiles is generally:

(A) Cast iron

(B) Steel

(C) Copper

(D) Aluminium

ANSWERS

21-(A), 22-(B)
1-The degree of variation of a liquid with temperature is termed as

(A) Kinematic viscosity

(B) Absolute viscosity

(C) Viscosity index

(D) None of the above

2-The power utilized to propel the vehicle is known as

(A) FHP

(B) BHP

(C) DHP

(D) IHP

3-The cross section of brake shoe is of:

(A) T-section

(B) I-section

(C) H-section

(D) U-section

4-The component of pressure spring type single plate clutch system which
disengage from flywheel when pressing clutch pedal is

(A) Pressure plate

(B) Clutch cover

(C) Clutch disc

(D) Release bearing

5-If the speed of vehicle is doubled the air resistance is:

(A) Increased by four times

(B) Decreased by four times

(C) Increased by two times

(D) Decreased by two times

6-Which among the following is an example of positive clutch?

(A) Jaw clutch

(B) Multiple clutch

(C) Single plate clutch

(D) All of the above

7-The component of battery ignition system which helps to avoid spark

between CB point is:

(A) Ballast resistor

(B) Condenser

(C) Rotor

(D) Spark plug

8-The CB point gap is in the range of

(A) 0.35 mm to 0.45 mm

(B) 0.35 mm to 0.45 mm

(C) 0.30 mm to 0.40 mm

(D) 1 mm to 1.35 mm

9-Which type of fuel supply system is commonly used in motor cycle?

(A) Gravity system

(B) Pressure system

(C) Vacuum system

(D) Pump system

10-Which of the following is not an advantage of two stroke engine

compared to four stroke engine of same size?

(A) Lighter in weight

(B) Higher volumetric efficiency

(C) More power is produced

(D) None of the above

ANSWERS:
1-(C), 2-(B), 3-(A), 4-(C), 5-(A), 6-(A), 7-(B), 8-(A), 9-(A), 10-(B)

11-The condenser used in battery coil ignition circuit is connected in:

(A) Parallel to CB points

(B) Series to CB points

(C) Either in series or parallel to CB points

(D) None of the above

12-Accelerator linkage of a petrol engine using carburetor is connected to:

(A) Choke valve

(B) Air cleaner

(C) Throttle valve

(D) Manifold

13-Which of the following is not a cause for diesel engine does not start?

(A) Air in the fuel system

(B) Blocked or clogged fuel filter or fuel lines

(C)  Small leakage in diesel tank

(D) None of the above

14-Which of the following cold starting device is used in diesel engine?

(A) Choke valve

(B) Cooling coil

(C) Priming pump

(D) Glow plug

15-The needle valve of carburetor is closed and opened by:

(A) Air jet

(B) Main petrol jet

(C) Throttle valve

(D) Float

16-What is the purpose of providing vertical slot or T-slots on piston?

(A) For the seating of compression ring

(B) For the seating of oil ring

(C) For lubrication

(D) Restrict the change in diameter during thermal expansion

17-What is the advantage of aluminium alloy piston over cast iron piston of
same size?

(A) Higher brittleness

(B) Less thermal conductivity

(C) Lighter in weight

(D) All of the above

18-What material is plated on bore of aluminium alloy cylinder blocks to

obtain a wear resistant surface?

(A) Chromium

(B) Sulphur

(C) Silicon

(D) Alumina

19-Most of the coolant pumps used in automobile are of:

(A) Gear type

(B) Vane type

(C) Reciprocating type

(D) Impeller type

20-Which of the following is not an effect of providing cooling fins around

engine cylinder?

(A) Increase heat transfer area

(B) Decrease heat transfer rate

(C) Increase cooling efficiency

(D) None of the above

ANSWERS:
11-(A), 12-(C), 13-(C), 14-(D), 15-(D), 16-(D), 17-(C), 18-(C), 19-(D), 20-(B)

21-In tubular type radiator cores:

(A) Air flows through tubes and coolant passes around

(B) Coolant passes through tube and air passes around

(C) Air and coolant passes through tubes

(D) Air and coolant passes around tubes

22-The volatile liquid that filled in bellows type thermostat is:

(A) Ethylene glycol

(B) Freon

(C) Acetone

(D) Glycerene

23-What operation has to be done on the ends of brake pipe to prevent

leakage?

(A) Purging

(B) Reaming

(C) Counter sinking

(D) Flaring

24-The brake pads of disc brakes are returned by:

(A) Retractor spring

(B) Rubber seal ring

(C) Shoe return spring

(D) Caliper

25-The part of hydraulic brake system which actuates brakes shoes

directly:

(A) Master cylinder

(B) Push rod

(C) Wheel cylinder

(D) Brake pedal

26-The type of jack with diamond shaped frame having a nut on one side
and sleeve on other side

(A) Tripod

(B) Trolley type

(C) Scissor type

(D) Bottle type

27-Which of the following is a finishing operation for machined

components?

(A) Broaching

(B) Cyaniding

(C) Vulcanization

(D) Honing

28-In Semi floating type rear axle, the bearing is located

(A) On the axle and inside axle casing

(B) On the axle casing and inside the hub

(C) On the axle and inside the hub

(D) None of the above

29-The tool which is used to remove gear, bearing, wheels and pulleys from
their attaching components are:

(A) Screw driver

(B) Monkey plier

(C) Pullers

(D) Hammer

30-The type of gear wheels used in sliding mesh gear box is:

(A) Helical gear

(B) Double helical gear

(C) Spur gear

(D) Spiral gear

ANSWERS:

21-(B), 22-(C), 23-(D), 24-(A), 25-(C), 26-(C), 27-(D), 28-(A), 29-(C), 30-(C)

31-In compound wound starter motors the field coil is

(A) Connected parallel with the armature

(B) Both series and parallel with the armature

(C) Connected in series with the armature

(D) None of the above

32-Which among the following material is used as a solid lubricant?

(A) Calcium chloride

(B) Calcium carbonate

(C) Copper sulphate

(D) Graphite

33-How many cells are there in a 12 V lead acid battery?

(A) 2

(B) 4

(C) 6

(D) 12

34-Which among the following bearings are commonly known as

antifriction bearing?

(A) Foot step bearing

(B) Journal bearing

(C) Collar bearing

(D) Ball and roller bearing

35-The type of combustion chamber which is made as a depression on the

top of piston is called:

(A) Pre-combustion chamber

(B) Energy cell

(C) Open combustion chamber

(D) Ante chamber

36-The space between the piston and cylinder wall is called

(A) Piston clearance

(B) End clearance

(C) Lip clearance

(D) None of the above

37-Helical control groove in FIP is provided in

(A) Control sleeve

(B) Control pinion

(C) Plunger

(D) Pump cylinder

38-The mechanism which uses fly weights to advance spark in the engine
cylinder is:

(A) Vacuum advance mechanism

(B) Centrifugal advance mechanism

(C) Manual advance mechanism

(D) None of the above

39-The component of battery coil ignition system which convert battery

voltage into breakdown voltage is called

(A) Condenser

(B) Ignition coil

(C) Ballast resistor

(D) Distributor

40-If the engine is continuous to run after the ignition is turned off is
called:

(A) Dieseling
(B) Percolation

(C) Purging

(D) Flooding

ANSWERS:

31-(C), 32-(D), 33-(C), 34-(D), 35-(A), 36-(A), 37-(C), 38-(B), 39-(D), 40-(A)

41-Diaphragm type mechanical fuel pump is driven by

(A) V-belt

(B) Chain

(C) Camshaft eccentric

(D) Cooling fan

42-Which of the following compound is added to petrol to improve its anti

knocking property?

(A) Sodium bicarbonate

(B) Calcium bicarbonate

(C) Potassium nitrate

(D) Tetra ethyl lead

43-The size of flywheel used in single cylinder 4-stroke engine compared to

a flywheel of the single cylinder 2-stroke engine of same capacity is

(A) Larger

(B) Smaller

(C) Same

(D) None of the above

44-The number of crank pin in the crank shaft of a V-type engine is:

(A) Equal to number of cylinder

(B) Equal to double the number of cylinder

(C) Equal to half of number of cylinder

(D) None of the above

45-If the single cylinder produces a power in each rotation of crank shaft,
then the engine is a:

(A) 4-stroke engine

(B) 2-stroke engine

(C) Wankel engine

(D) All of the above

46-Variable steering ratio can be achieved in case of

(A) Worm and sector

(B) Worm and nut

(C) Rack and pinion

(D) Worm and roller

47-The pollutant that is formed at higher combustion temperature is

(A) CO

(B) HC

(C) NO2

(D) H2O

48-Which gear will not revolve when the vehicle is moving on straight path?

(A) Planetary gear

(B) Sun gear

(C) Crown wheel

(D) Pinion

49-The type of body movement of a vehicle in which the vehicle turn on its
own longitudinal axis is:

(A) Pitching

(B) Bouncing

(C) Yawing

(D) Rolling
50-In a tyre, it is designated as ‘P200/75 R16’. What is the digit 200?

(A) Section width

(B) Section height

(C) Rim diameter

(D) Aspect ratio

ANSWERS:

41-(C), 42-(D), 43-(A), 44-(C), 45-(B), 46-(C), 47-(C), 48-(A), 49-(D), 50-(A)

51-The tilt of the front wheels from vertical, when viewed from the front, is
called:

(A) Caster

(B) Camber

(C) King pin inclination

(D) Toe in

52-Pick the odd one out:

(A) Half shaft

(B) Clutch shaft

(C) Main shaft

(D) Lay shaft

53-How many synchronizer units are there in a three speed transmission?

(A) One

(B) Two

(C) Three

(D) Four

54-Hydrometer is device used to check:

(A) Voltage of a cell

(B) Specific gravity of acid

(C) Voltage of a battery

(D) Temperature of electrolyte

55-A slip joint permits changes in

(A) Wheel base

(B) Wheel track

(C) Wheel alignment

(D) None of the above

56-In case of front engine rear wheel drive cars, the drive shaft has:

(A) Minimum one universal joint

(B) Maximum two universal joints

(C) Minimum two universal joints

(D) Two slip joints

57-Transfer case is a type of ___ in four wheel drive vehicles.

(A) Crank case

(B) Gear box

(C) Transmission shaft

(D) Differential

ANSWERS:

51-(B), 52-(A), 53-(B), 54-(B), 55-(A), 56-(C), 57-(C), 58-(C), 59-(A), 60-(D)

1. The painting of automobiles is done to

(A) Prevent rust from growing on the body
(B) Improve its external appearance
(C) Retain the characteristics of steel for long
(D) All of these

2. The calorific value of petrol is about

(A) 36.5-38.5 MJ/kg
(B) 39.4-42.5 MJ/kg
(C) 42.7-43.5 MJ/kg
(D) 45.5-47 MJ/kg

3. The coefficient of friction for the clutch facing is approximately

(A) 0.1
(B) 0.4
(C) 0.8
(D) 1.2

4. The air resistance to a car at 20 kmph is R. The air resistance at 40 kmph will be
(A) R
(B) 2R
(C) 4R
(D) 4R²

5. The stroke of an engine is the

(A) Volume of the cylinder
(B) Length of the connecting rod
(C) Internal diameter of the cylinder
(D) Distance between T.D.C. and B.D.C.

6. 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
7. The function of a first compression ring (top ring) is that it
(A) Increases the combustion temperature
(B) Creates swirl
(C) Maintains a seal and prevents the fuel leakage
(D) Maintains a seal and prevents escape of burned gases and loss of pressure in the
combustion chamber

8. The component that connects the steering rack to the knuckles is

(A) Tie rod
(B) Sector gear
(C) Pivot
(D) Spline

9. The cetane number of a Diesel fuel is a measure of

(A) Volatility
(B) Viscosity
(C) Ignition quality
(D) Delay period

10. In petrol engines, during suction stroke, _________ is drawn in the cylinder
(A) Air and fuel
(B) Only fuel
(C) Only air
(D) None of these
11. The main feature of Macpherson strut suspension is that
(A) The vertical size of the suspension can be made more compact
(B) Non vertical external forces are supported by the suspension arms
(C) The unsprung mass in lighter
(D) The assembly is slightly more complicated in design

12. The capacity of a battery is usually expressed in terms of

(A) Volts
(B) Amperes
(C) Weight
(D) Ampere hours

13. The most commonly used power plant in automobiles is

(A) Gas turbine
(B) I.C. engine
(C) Battery
(D) None of these

14. In a square type engine

(A) Geometrical shape is square
(B) Diameter and length of piston are same
(C) Two cylinders are placed horizontal and two vertical
(D) Stroke length and cylinder bore are same

15. The path taken by intake air is

(A) Carburettor (or throttle body) air cleaner intake manifold intake ports cylinders
(B) Air cleaner carburettor (or throttle body) intake ports intake manifold cylinders
(C) Air cleaner intake manifold carburettor (or throttle body) intake ports cylinders
(D) Air cleaner carburettor (or throttle body) intake manifold intake ports cylinders

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option D (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option B (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option D (6) Answer: Option B (7) Answer: Option D (8) Answer: Option
A (9) Answer: Option D (10) Answer: Option A (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option D (13) Answer: Option B (14) Answer: Option D (15) Answer: Option D
1. The brake warning light warns the driver of
(A) Water in the master cylinder
(B) Air in the hydraulic system
(C) Failure of the primary or secondary circuit of hydraulic system
(D) Power brake failure

2. The connecting rods are generally made of __________ shaped cross-section.

(A) I
(B) C
(C) L
(D) H

3. It is necessary to maintain the valve clearances as they

(A) Reduce the resistance to sliding that occurs between the cam and the tappet
(B) Allow for lengthening of the valves owing to the heat of combustion
(C) Increase the speed at which the valves move up and down
(D) Make the crankshaft turn smoothly
4. The characteristic that is enhanced by the honing of cylinder sleeves inner
surface is
(A) Cooling efficiency
(B) Resistance to wear
(C) Lubrication performance
(D) None of these

5. 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

6. The instrument used to check specific gravity of acid in a battery is

(A) Hydrometer
(B) Hygrometer
(C) Anemometer
(D) Multimeter

7. The crankshaft of a typical inline four cylinder engine has ________ balance
weights.
(A) 12
(B) 4
(C) 16
(D) 8
8. The condition that results in large quantities of HC emission is
(A) High temperature combustion
(B) Incomplete combustion
(C) Low temperature combustion
(D) High atmospheric temperature combustion

9. The engine oil viscosity is defined by ___________ ratings.

(A) Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
(B) Society of automotive engineers (SAE)
(C) Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
(D) American petroleum institute (API)

10. The negative plates of a lead acid battery has

(A) Lead peroxide (PbO₂)
(B) Spongy lead (Pb)
(C) Lead sulphate (PbSO₄)
(D) Sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄)

11. The drive-shafts 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
12. The octane rating of petrol commercially available is
(A) 85-95
(B) 95-100
(C) 100-110
(D) 110-125

13. The vehicle ride will be comfortable if

(A) Unsprung mass is kept minimum
(B) Sprang mass is kept minimum
(C) Vehicle mass is kept minimum
(D) All of these

14. The auto ignition in a spark ignition engine means

(A) Automatic ignition of the charge at the end of compression
(B) Ignition induced by the passage of a spark
(C) Ignition of the charge before the passage of flame front
(D) Ignition induced to supplement the process of normal combustion

15. 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
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option A (3) Answer: Option B (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option C (6) Answer: Option A (7) Answer: Option D (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option B (10) Answer: Option B (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option A (13) Answer: Option A (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option A
1. The acid used in automobile battery is
(A) Hydrochloric acid
(B) Hydrofluoric acid
(C) Nitric acid
(D) Sulphuric acid

2. 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

3. 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
(A) 8.091 Nm
(B) 80.91 Nm
(C) 809.1 Nm
(D) 8091 Nm

4. The air gap between the central electrode and ground (or side) electrode of a
spark plug is around
(A) 0.2 mm
(B) 0.5 mm
(C) 1 mm
(D) 1.5 mm
5. 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

6. The positive plates of a lead acid battery has

(A) Lead peroxide (PbO₂)
(B) Spongy lead (Pb)
(C) Lead sulphate (PbSO₄)
(D) Sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄)

7. 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

8. The main merit of a multi cylinder type cylinder sleeve is

(A) Smaller engine dimensions
(B) Better cooling efficiency
(C) High rigidity
(D) None of these
9. Thinner is added to the paint in order to
(A) Make pigments and resin mix easily
(B) Make paint film hard
(C) Optimise its viscosity
(D) None of these

10. 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

11. 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
(D) None of these

12. 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
13. 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

14. In a petrol engine, the high voltage for spark plug is in the order of
(A) 1000 volts
(B) 2000 volts
(C) 11 kilovolts
(D) 22 kilovolts

15. For the same maximum pressure and temperature

(A) Diesel cycle is more efficient than Otto cycle
(B) Otto cycle is more efficient than Diesel cycle
(C) Both Otto cycle and Diesel cycle are equally efficient
(D) None of the above

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option D (2) Answer: Option D (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option
C (5) Answer: Option B (6) Answer: Option A (7) Answer: Option C (8) Answer: Option
A (9) Answer: Option C (10) Answer: Option D (11) Answer: Option C (12) Answer:
Option A (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option D (15) Answer: Option A
1. The petrol engines are also known as
(A) Spark ignition (S.I.) engines
(B) Compression ignition (C.I.) engines
(C) Steam engines
(D) None of these

2. The difference between DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids is

(A) DOT 4 fluids have a higher boiling point than DOT 3 fluid
(B) DOT 4 fluids have a lower boiling point than DOT 3 fluid
(C) DOT 3 and DOT 4 fluids have the same boiling point, but DOT 4 fluid has a longer
service life
(D) DOT 4 fluid is more resistant to freezing than DOT 3 fluid

3. The problems caused by the wheel imbalance are

(A) Hard steering and hard ride
(B) Poor acceleration and hard steering
(C) Steering wheel vibrations and uneven tyre wear
(D) Poor acceleration and reduced fuel efficiency

4. The formula for Iso-octane is

(A) C8H18
(B) C7H17
(C) C6H18
(D) C7H18

5. The torque converter uses ________ to transfer torque.

(A) Air
(B) Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
(C) Gears
(D) Steel belt
6. The composition of the electrolyte in a fully charged battery is that
(A) The electrolyte is pure distilled water
(B) The electrolyte is pure sulphuric acid
(C) The electrolyte is a mixture of 64% distilled water and 36% sulphuric acid by
weight
(D) The electrolyte is a mixture of 90% distilled water and 10% sulphuric acid by
weight

7. The petrol engine works on

(A) Otto cycle
(B) Carnot cycle
(C) Diesel cycle
(D) Rankine cycle

8. The maximum torque multiplication ratio in a torque converter is about

(A) 2.5
(B) 10
(C) 25
(D) 40

9. The cetane rating of Diesel fuel is in the order of

(A) 25
(B) 45
(C) 70
(D) 90
10. A traction control system (TCS) in automobiles controls the
(A) Vibrations on the steering wheel
(B) Engine power during acceleration
(C) Torque that is transmitted by the tyres to the road surface
(D) Stopping distance in case of emergency

11. The compression ratio of a petrol engine is nearly

(A) 4:1
(B) 8:1
(C) 15:1
(D) 20:1

12. The starter motor is driven by

(A) Chain drive
(B) Gear drive
(C) Flat belt drive
(D) V-belt drive

13. In radial tyres

(A) One ply layer runs diagonally one way and another layer runs diagonally the
other way
(B) All plies run parallel to one another and vertical to tyre bead
(C) Inner tubes are always used
(D) None of these

14. The rigid suspension is beneficial when

(A) It is desired to reduce the unsprung mass
(B) It is desired to have more flexibility in design
(C) It is desired to improve tyre to ground contact characteristics
(D) Large changes in load make it necessary to have a large suspension stroke

15. 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
(1) Answer: Option A (2) Answer: Option A (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option A
(5) Answer: Option B (6) Answer: Option C (7) Answer: Option A (8) Answer: Option A
(9) Answer: Option B (10) Answer: Option C (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option B (13) Answer: Option B (14) Answer: Option D (15) Answer: Option D
1. 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

2. 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
3. A clutch is usually designed to transmit maximum torque which is
(A) Equal to the maximum engine torque
(B) 80% of the maximum engine torque
(C) 150% of the maximum engine torque
(D) None of these

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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
(D) Wheel rim or axle

8. The main function of an exhaust muffler is the

(A) Optimization of exhaust efficiency
(B) Reduction of exhaust noise
(C) Reduction of nitrogen oxide in the exhaust gases
(D) Reduction of the exhaust gas volume

9. The basic purpose of tyres is to

(A) Grip the road and provide good traction
(B) Substitute for springs
(C) Act as brake
(D) None of these

10. 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

11. In automobiles G.V.W. refers to

(A) Gross vehicle width
(B) Gross vehicle weight
(C) Gross vehicle wheel base
(D) Gross vehicle wheel track

12. The clutch is located between the transmission and the

(A) Engine
(B) Rear axle
(C) Propeller shaft
(D) Differential

13. In a ventilated disc brake

(A) A duct directs air towards the caliper for cooling while the vehicle is moving
(B) Caliper is covered with cooling fins
(C) Disc contains many small holes for optimum cooling performance
(D) Disc contains radial vanes between its rubbing surfaces for optimum cooling
performance

14. The size of engine cylinder is referred in terms of its

(A) Diameter and bore
(B) Displacement and efficiency
(C) Bore and stroke
(D) Bore and length

15. The engine oil level should be checked

(A) Immediately after the ignition switch is turned off
(B) While the engine is running
(C) A few minutes after the ignition switch is turned off
(D) While the engine is running at high idle speed
 ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option A (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option A
(5) Answer: Option A (6) Answer: Option B (7) Answer: Option C (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option C (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option A (13) Answer: Option D (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option C
1. In Diesel engines, the duration between the time of injection and the time of
ignition is called
(A) Spill cut-off
(B) Delay period
(C) Injection period
(D) Ignition period

2. In bias ply tyres

(A) All plies run parallel to one another
(B) Belts of steel mesh are used in the tyres
(C) One ply layer runs diagonally one way and another layer runs diagonally the
other way
(D) All of the above

3. The aluminium alloy is used in cylinder blocks because

(A) It is lighter and has good heat dissipation characteristics
(B) Material cost is low
(C) It does not require any cylinder liners
(D) The piston is also made of aluminium alloy

4. The main function of the tread pattern on tyre is that

(A) The tread grooves pass air between the tyre and road surface, thereby
preventing tyre from overheating
(B) The crests between the tread grooves absorb road noise
(C) In wet conditions, the tread grooves expel water that is drawn between the tyre
and road surface
(D) The tread pattern protects the tyre's inner carcass from small stones and pieces
of glass

5. The most commonly used supplementary restraint system (SRS) component is

(A) Seat belt
(B) Brake
(C) Airbag
(D) Steering

6. 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

7. The antiknock property of compression ignition engine fuel can be improved by

adding
(A) Tetraethyl lead
(B) Trimethyl pentane
(C) Amyl nitrate
(D) Hexadecane

8. 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
(D) Reduces the amount of kickback for large steering angles

9. 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

10. 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

11. The characteristic that is enhanced by the use of cylinder sleeves is

(A) Cooling efficiency
(B) Resistance to wear
(C) Lubrication performance
(D) None of these

12. The connecting rod connects the piston and the

(A) Cylinder head
(B) Cylinder block
(C) Camshaft
(D) Crankshaft

13. 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

14. The main function of the brake fluid is

(A) Lubrication
(B) Power transmission
(C) Cooling
(D) None of these

15. Which part of the automobile tyre is subjected to greatest flexing action?
(A) Bead
(B) Side wall
(C) Shoulder
(D) Tread

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option B (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option A (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option C (6) Answer: Option D (7) Answer: Option C (8) Answer: Option A
(9) Answer: Option D (10) Answer: Option C (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option D (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option B (15) Answer: Option B
1. The compression ratio for Diesel engines usually lies in the range of
(A) 6-10
(B) 10-15
(C) 15-25
(D) 25-40

2. The piston compression rings are made of

(A) Cast iron
(B) Steel
(C) Aluminium
(D) Bronze

3. 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

4. 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

5. The discharged lead acid battery has on its plates

(A) Lead peroxide (PbO₂)
(B) Spongy lead (Pb)
(C) Lead sulphate (PbSO₄)
(D) Sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄)

6. 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

7. The purpose of turning radius gauges is to measure the

(A) Contact areas of the tyres
(B) Free plays of the steering wheel
(C) Turning radius of the left and right wheels
(D) Difference in the toe angles of the left and right wheels

8. The natural gas is compressed in a CNG cylinder at a pressure of

(A) 200 bar
(B) 220 bar
(C) 250 bar
(D) 300 bar

9. The valve overlap in four stroke petrol engines is approximately

(A) 30°
(B) 60°
(C) 90°
(D) 120°
10. Which of the following indicates multi-grade oil?
(A) SAE 30
(B) API SF
(C) SAE20 W50
(D) API 50

11. 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

12. The main task of a battery in automobiles is to

(A) Supply electricity to the alternator
(B) Act as a reservoir or stabilizer of electricity
(C) Supply electricity to the vehicle's electrical system at all times while the engine is
running
(D) Supply a large amount of power to turn the starter motor when the engine is
being started

13. The service brakes employed in cars are generally operated

(A) Mechanically
(B) Hydraulically
(C) Pneumatically
(D) None of these
14. The boiling point of Diesel fuel is in the range of
(A) 70°C to 100°C
(B) 100°C to 120°C
(C) 120°C to 180°C
(D) 180°C to 360 °C

15. 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
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option A (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option B
(5) Answer: Option C (6) Answer: Option D (7) Answer: Option C (8) Answer: Option A
(9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option C (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option D (13) Answer: Option B (14) Answer: Option D (15) Answer: Option B
1. The ignition coil is used to
(A) Step up current
(B) Step down current
(C) Step up voltage
(D) Step down voltage

2. 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
(D) Detonation

3. The self ignition temperature of Diesel as compared to petrol is

(A) Higher
(B) Lower
(C) Same
(D) Depends on fuel quality

4. With the increase of battery temperature, the specific gravity of electrolyte

(A) Increases
(B) Decreases
(C) Remains the same
(D) None of these

5. 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

6. In aluminium cylinder blocks, the cylinder liners are made of

(A) Aluminium
(B) Ceramic
(C) Brass
(D) Cast iron

7. The purpose of a balancer shaft is to

(A) Balance the timing in the movement of the two groups of pistons
(B) Increase inertia force of the rotating crankshaft
(C) Reduce vibrations caused by the crankshaft rotation
(D) Adjusts the timing of the intake and exhaust valve openings

8. Free pedal play in car clutches is about

(A) 15 mm
(B) 25 mm
(C) 40 mm
(D) 60 mm

9. 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

10. In Spark Ignition Engine

(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
11. 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

12. The main purpose of an engine's air cleaner is that it

(A) Controls the engine's air intake volume
(B) Reduces the engine's air intake noise
(C) Prevents rain water from entering the engine
(D) Prevents dust and other foreign matter from entering the engine

13. The device for smoothening out the power impulses from the engine is called
(A) Clutch
(B) Differential
(C) Flywheel
(D) Torque converter

14. The main function of a master cylinder is to

(A) Adjust the extent of brake pedal free play
(B) Boost the force applied to brake pedal
(C) Convert brake pedal force into hydraulic pressure
(D) Ensure that all the wheel brakes are supplied with the same amount of fluid
pressure
15. The exhaust gas from petrol engine contains
(A) Petrol vapours
(B) Water vapours
(C) Carbon monoxide
(D) All of these

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option B (4) Answer: Option B
(5) Answer: Option A (6) Answer: Option D (7) Answer: Option C (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option B (11) Answer: Option A (12) Answer:
Option D (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option D
1. 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

2. The function of positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system is that it

(A) Mixes fuel with air
(B) Promotes combustion by creating a swirling movement in the air-fuel mixture
(C) Returns blow by gases from the crankcase to the intake system
(D) Feeds blow by gases to the exhaust manifold

3. The two kinds of piston rings are

(A) Compression and oil control rings
(B) Compression and sliding seal rings
(C) Oil scrapper and oil control rings
(D) Pressure and sealing rings
4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. The purpose of a thermostat in an engine cooling system is to

(A) Prevent the coolant from boiling
(B) Allow the engine to warm up quickly
(C) Indicate the coolant temperature
(D) Pressurise the system to raise the boiling point
8. The basic characteristics of a brake fluid is
(A) A high boiling point
(B) Low viscosity
(C) Compatibility with rubber and metal parts
(D) All of these

9. 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

10. The reconditioning process used to give cylinder bore surfaces a crosshatch
pattern, is known as
(A) Honing
(B) Porous plating
(C) Boring
(D) Shot peening

11. The function of a radiator fan in the cooling system is that

(A) It blows air through the radiator when necessary
(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
12. Instead of valves, the ports are used in case of
(A) Four stroke I.C. engines
(B) Two stroke I.C. engines
(C) V6 engines
(D) None of these

13. The starting system includes

(A) A battery, a starter, and an ignition switch
(B) A battery, a distributor, and an ignition switch
(C) A battery, a starter, and a distributor
(D) A distributor, a starter, and an ignition switch

14. The purpose of adding pigment to the paint is that it

(A) Optimises the viscosity of paint
(B) Makes paint film hard
(C) Gives colour and filling up effect to the paint
(D) None of the above

15. A laminated glass upon cracking

(A) Bursts into sharp edged fragments
(B) Bursts into granular pieces
(C) Sandwiched layer traps the fragments
(D) Breaks into the form of crystals

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option A (4) Answer: Option B
(5) Answer: Option C (6) Answer: Option C (7) Answer: Option B (8) Answer: Option D
(9) Answer: Option D (10) Answer: Option A (11) Answer: Option A (12) Answer:
Option B (13) Answer: Option A (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option C

1. Caster is a
(A) Forward tilt of the kingpin
(B) Backward tilt of the kingpin
(C) Either 'A' or 'B'
(D) None of these

2. A front stabilizer bar is used to

(A) Increase vehicle load carrying capacity
(B) Provide a softer ride
(C) Control suspension movement and body roll
(D) All of the above

3. The timing belt is attached to the camshaft pulley and

(A) Timing belt drive pulley
(B) Distributor
(C) Radiator fan pulley
(D) Alternator pulley

4. 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
5. 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

6. 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

7. The best fuels for compression ignition engines are

(A) Straight chain paraffin
(B) Aromatics
(C) Branched chain paraffin
(D) Naphthalene

8. An oil filter bypass valve opens when the

(A) Engine is cold
(B) Engine overheats
(C) Oil filter becomes clogged
(D) Engine runs at high speed

9. Damper is also known as

(A) Shock absorber
(B) Torsion bar
(C) Spring
(D) Radius rod

10. The main characteristics of a maintenance free (MF) battery is that

(A) A maintenance free battery requires little maintenance during normal use and it
is sufficient to add water instead of an electrolyte containing sulphuric acid
(B) A maintenance free battery has a relatively short shelf life when compared with
standard batteries
(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

11. The most accurate ignition system of a spark ignition engine is

(A) Magneto system
(B) Battery system
(C) Electronic control unit system
(D) Magneto and electronic system

12. The main function of a resonator is that it

(A) Regulates the intake air flow rate
(B) Reduces the intake air noise
(C) Enhances intake efficiency
(D) Regulates the intake air temperature

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option A (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option D (6) Answer: Option B (7) Answer: Option D (8) Answer: Option
C (9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option C (11) Answer: Option C (12) Answer:
Option B (13) Answer: Option D (14) Answer: Option A (15) Answer: Option B
1. The combustion process in a Diesel engine is a
(A) Constant volume process
(B) Constant pressure process
(C) Constant temperature process
(D) Adiabatic process

2. The damper fluid leakage typically occur from

(A) Upper damper mounting
(B) Bottom of damper
(C) Clearance between inner and outer tubes of damper
(D) Coil spring mounting

3. The tyre rotation is generally done at

(A) 1000 km
(B) 4000 km
(C) 6000 km
(D) 10,000 km

4. The function of a proportioning control valve (PCV) in a brake system is to

(A) Ensure that equal pressure is supplied to the front and rear brakes throughout
every braking operation
(B) Reduce the brake fluid pressure when the brakes approach their lockup point
(C) Cause less brake fluid pressure to act on the front brakes than on the rear brakes
when the fluid pressure exceeds a predetermined level
(D) Cause less brake fluid pressure to act on the rear brakes than on the front brakes
when the fluid pressure exceeds a predetermined level
5. An under-inflated tyre will wear the tread most
(A) Near the centre
(B) Near the edges
(C) In the lateral direction
(D) In the cross direction

6. The purpose of a cylinder head gasket is to

(A) Prevent the combustion gases from leaking from the joint between the cylinder
block and the cylinder head
(B) Prevent engine oil from going into combustion chamber
(C) Removes impurities from cylinder head lubricating oil
(D) None of the above

7. During suction stroke, the inside pressure of cylinder is

(A) More than the atmospheric pressure
(B) Less than the atmospheric pressure
(C) Equal to the atmospheric pressure
(D) None of these

8. The function of an oil control orifice is that it

(A) Returns cylinder head lubricating oil to the oil pan at high speed
(B) Turns oil into fine mist for spray lubrication
(C) Regulates the pressure of engine oil supplied by the oil pump for the lubrication
of cylinder head mechanism and other purposes
(D) Removes impurities from cylinder head lubricating oil
9. 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

10. The lubrication oil flow in an engine is in the order as

(A) Oil strainer, oil pump, relief valve, oil filter, cylinder block, cylinder head and oil
pan
(B) Oil pump, oil strainer, relief valve, oil filter, cylinder block, cylinder head and oil
pan
(C) Oil strainer, oil filter, relief valve, oil pump, cylinder block, cylinder head and oil
pan
(D) Oil strainer, oil pump, relief valve, oil filter, cylinder head, cylinder block and oil
pan

11. A three way catalytic converter

(A) Re-circulates exhaust gases
(B) Burns fuel vapour gases
(C) Reduces N₂, H₂O, and CO₂ emission levels
(D) Removes CO, HC, and NO₂ from the exhaust gases passing through it

12. 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
13. The basic purpose of tyre rotation on automobiles is to
(A) Avoid ply separation
(B) Equalize wear
(C) Get better ride
(D) None of these

14. Which of the following is not an automobile?

(A) Motor cycle
(B) Passenger car
(C) Aeroplane
(D) Truck

15. 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
(1) Answer: Option B (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option D (4) Answer: Option
D (5) Answer: Option B (6) Answer: Option A (7) Answer: Option B (8) Answer:
Option C (9) Answer: Option C (10) Answer: Option A (11) Answer: Option D (12)
Answer: Option B (13) Answer: Option B (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option
B
1. The materials used for cylinder block are
(A) Cast iron and steel
(B) Cast iron and aluminium alloy
(C) Steel and aluminium alloy
(D) Brass and steel
2. The included angle is the sum of the
(A) Camber and castor
(B) Castor and S.A.I.
(C) Camber and S.A.I.
(D) Camber and toe in

3. Vulcanizing means
(A) Heating rubber under pressure
(B) Spraying with special paint
(C) Melting rubber while stirring it
(D) None of these

4. The material generally used for cylinder sleeves is

(A) Aluminium
(B) Ceramic
(C) Cast iron
(D) Fibre reinforced plastic

5. When turning a corner

(A) The front wheels are toeing out
(B) The front wheels are turning on different angles
(C) The inside front wheels has a greater angle than the outside wheel
(D) All of the above
6. The rolling resistance is because of the friction between the
(A) Wheel rim and tyre
(B) Tyre and the road surface
(C) Wheel rim and road surface
(D) None of these

7. 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

8. The basic purpose of providing caster angle on wheels is to

(A) Prevent uneven tyre wear
(B) Maintain directional control
(C) Bring the road contact of the tyre under the point of load
(D) Compensate for wear in the steering linkage

9. 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

10. 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 drive-shaft
(D) Belt driven by crankshaft

11. The correct way to rectify an imbalanced wheel is to

(A) Adjust the tyre pressure
(B) Rotate the tyres
(C) Adjust the damper spring tension
(D) Attach appropriate weights to the wheel at appropriate positions

12. The fuel that detonates easily, is

(A) N-heptane
(B) Iso-octane
(C) Benzene
(D) Alcohol

13. The Diesel engine works on

(A) Otto cycle
(B) Carnot cycle
(C) Diesel cycle
(D) Rankine cycle

14. The parking brake generally acts on

(A) Front wheels
(B) Rear wheels
(C) Front and rear wheels
(D) Propeller shaft

15. 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
(C) Splashing action of the crankshaft
(D) None of these

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option B (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option A (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option D (6) Answer: Option B (7) Answer: Option B (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option D (11) Answer: Option D (12) Answer:
Option A (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option B (15) Answer: Option B

1. The commonly used antifreeze solution in automobiles is

(A) Carbon disulphide
(B) Ethylene glycol
(C) Ammonium chloride
(D) Freon-12

2. 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
3. Engine misfiring is likely to result from
(A) Spark plug gap too small
(B) Spark plug gap too wide
(C) Vapours lock in the fuel only
(D) Incorrect fuel air mixture

4. 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

5. The power source for a brake booster is

(A) Exhaust manifold pressure
(B) Electricity
(C) The pressure difference between the atmospheric pressure and the vacuum
pressure in the intake manifold
(D) Hydraulic pump

6. The Diesel engines are also known as

(A) Spark ignition (S.I.) engines
(B) Compression ignition (C.I.) engines
(C) Steam engines
(D) None of these
7. The specific gravity of acid in a fully charged battery is generally
(A) 1.00
(B) 1.28
(C) 1.82
(D) 2.81

8. 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

9. Two speed reverse gear arrangements is generally provided in case of

(A) Passenger cars
(B) Matadors
(C) Tractors
(D) Trucks

10. 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

11. Wheel base of a vehicle is the

(A) Distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels
(B) Distance between the centres of the front tyres
(C) Distance between the centres of the rear tyres
(D) Extreme length of the vehicle

12. Which of the following oil is more viscous?

(A) SAE 30
(B) SAE 40
(C) SAE 70
(D) SAE 80

13. 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

14. The negative terminal post on the top of a battery is

(A) Smaller than the positive terminal post
(B) Larger than the positive terminal post
(C) Of the same size as the positive terminal post
(D) None of these

15. The effect of having excess camber is

(A) Excessive steering alignment torque
(B) Hard steering
(C) Too much traction
(D) Uneven tyre wear

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option B (2) Answer: Option A (3) Answer: Option B (4) Answer: Option B
(5) Answer: Option C (6) Answer: Option B (7) Answer: Option B (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option C (10) Answer: Option D (11) Answer: Option A (12) Answer:
Option D (13) Answer: Option B (14) Answer: Option A (15) Answer: Option D
1. The main function of intake manifold is that it
(A) Promotes the mixture of air and fuel
(B) Reduces intake noise
(C) Cools the intake air to a suitable temperature
(D) Distributes intake air equally to the cylinders

2. 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

3. The function of an alternator in an automobile is to

(A) Supply electric power
(B) Converts mechanical energy into electrical energy
(C) Continually recharges the battery
(D) Partly converts engine power into electric power

4. The valve tappet clearance is measured by

(A) Screw pitch gauge
(B) Engineering scale
(C) Feeler gauge
(D) Vernier caliper

5. The specific gravity of petrol is about

(A) 0.75
(B) 0.85
(C) 0.95
(D) 1.25

6. The octane number of compressed natural gas (CNG) is

(A) 90
(B) 100
(C) 110
(D) 120

7. 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

8. 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
9. 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.

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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
13. The minimum parking brake force is generally ___________ of gross vehicle
mass (GVM).
(A) 5%
(B) 10%
(C) 15%
(D) 20%

14. Bead wires are made of

(A) Steel
(B) Copper
(C) Zinc
(D) Aluminium

15. 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
(1) Answer: Option D (2) Answer: Option B (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option A (6) Answer: Option D (7) Answer: Option C (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option D (10) Answer: Option A (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option B (13) Answer: Option D (14) Answer: Option A (15) Answer: Option D
1. Cushioning springs in clutch plate reduces
(A) Vehicle speed
(B) Torsional vibrations
(C) Jerky starts
(D) None of these
2. The specific gravity of Diesel is about
(A) 0.65
(B) 0.75
(C) 0.85
(D) 0.95

3. The ease with which petrol vaporizes is called its

(A) Oxidation
(B) Octane number
(C) Volatility
(D) Cetane number

4. Tachometer in a vehicle measures

(A) Speed
(B) Distance
(C) Engine r.p.m.
(D) Fuel consumption

5. The connecting rod lower end is connected to the relevant ________ of

crankshaft.
(A) Big end
(B) Crank arm
(C) Journal
(D) Small end
6. The brake pedal during ABS operation
(A) Is pushed upward forcefully
(B) Pedal stroke becomes longer
(C) Transmits slight kickback to the driver's foot
(D) All of the above

7. Odometer is an instrument used for measurement of

(A) Power
(B) Fuel consumption
(C) Engine r.p.m.
(D) Distance

8. 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

9. 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
10. The two rows of cylinders in a 'V' type engine are generally arranged at
(A) 45°
(B) 60°
(C) 90°
(D) 130°

11. 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

12. The function of a connecting rod is

(A) To turn the flywheel
(B) To drive the drive plate
(C) To drive the fuel pump
(D) To transmit motion of the piston to the crankshaft

13. The seat belt tensioners are built in the

(A) Front seats
(B) Shoulder anchors
(C) Seat belt retractors
(D) Seat belt buckles
14. 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

15. The number of exhaust manifolds in a V6 engine is

(A) One
(B) Two
(C) Four
(D) Eight

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option C (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option C
(5) Answer: Option C (6) Answer: Option C (7) Answer: Option D (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option B (11) Answer: Option C (12) Answer:
Option D (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option A (15) Answer: Option B
1. The temperature indicating instrument in vehicles indicates the temperature of
(A) Engine piston
(B) Engine cylinder
(C) Lubricating oil
(D) Jacket cooling water

2. Two general types of tyres are

(A) Tube type and tubeless
(B) Solid and tubeless
(C) Air and pneumatic
(D) Split rim and drop centre
3. How many cells are used in a 12 volt car battery?
(A) 2
(B) 4
(C) 6
(D) 8

4. The motion of the cam is transferred to the valves through

(A) Pistons
(B) Rocker arms
(C) Camshaft pulley
(D) Valve stems

5. The power actually developed inside the engine cylinder is called as

(A) Indicated power
(B) Brake power
(C) Frictional power
(D) None of these

6. 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
7. Petrol that detonates easily is called
(A) High octane petrol
(B) Low octane petrol
(C) Unleaded petrol
(D) Blended fuel

8. The advantage of a tubeless tyre over tube type tyre is

(A) Slow air leakage
(B) Better fuel efficiency
(C) Less chances of running flat
(D) All of these

9. In a single dry plate clutch, torsional vibrations are absorbed by

(A) Coil springs known as torsional springs
(B) Cushion springs
(C) Central hub
(D) Clutch pedal

10. The battery is an electrochemical device, which means battery

(A) Makes chemicals by mechanical means
(B) Uses chemical action to provide electricity
(C) Has curved plates instead of flat plates
(D) Does not use an electrolyte

11. An overinflated tyre will wear the tread most near the
(A) Edges
(B) Corners
(C) Centre
(D) None of these

12. The calorific value of Diesel is about

(A) 36.5 MJ/kg
(B) 38.5 MJ/kg
(C) 42.5 MJ/kg
(D) 45.5 MJ/kg

13. The function of oil control rings is that it

(A) Lubricates the cylinder wall by releasing oil from its hole
(B) Keeps the cylinder wall lubricated by holding oil in its channel
(C) Prevents engine oil from going into the combustion chamber and returns excess
lubricating oil off the cylinder wall through the return holes in the piston to the oil
pan
(D) Maintains a seal and prevents escape of burned gases and oil leakage

14. 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

15. The correct flow of power through the drive train is

(A) Engine drive shafts, clutch, main shaft, counter shaft, final driven gear, wheels
(B) Engine clutch, main shaft, counter shaft, final driven gear, drive shafts, wheels
(C) Engine clutch, counter shaft, main shaft, final driven gear, drive shafts, wheels
(D) Engine main shaft, counter shaft, clutch, final driven gear, drive shafts, wheels

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option D (2) Answer: Option A (3) Answer: Option C (4) Answer: Option B
(5) Answer: Option A (6) Answer: Option D (7) Answer: Option B (8) Answer: Option
D (9) Answer: Option A (10) Answer: Option B (11) Answer: Option C (12) Answer:
Option C (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option B
1. An imbalance wheel during vehicle operation
(A) Makes large noise when its heavy point hits the road surface
(B) Deflects in the vehicle's longitudinal direction
(C) Bounces vertically or deflects from side to side (as seen from front or rear)
(D) Creates a standing wave

2. The temperature at which tyre inflation pressure should be checked is

(A) 20°C
(B) 25°C
(C) 35°C
(D) Ambient temperature

3. The parking brakes employed in vehicles are operated

(A) Mechanically
(B) Hydraulically
(C) Pneumatically
(D) None of these
4. In vehicles with tilt steering, the steering column is pivoted in
(A) Upper bracket
(B) Lower bracket
(C) Tilt bracket
(D) Steering yoke joint

5. One effect of detonation is

(A) Delay in ignition
(B) Loss of power
(C) Overheating of engine
(D) Overcooling of engine

6. 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

7. 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

8. The connecting rod is attached to the piston by the

(A) Cap bolt
(B) Piston pin
(C) Cap roller bearing
(D) Rod cap

9. Clutch facings are usually attached to the plate by

(A) Steel rivets
(B) Brass rivets
(C) Aluminium screws
(D) Steel screws

10. In a Diesel engine, the function of a fuel injector is to

(A) Mix the fuel and air
(B) Ignite the air-fuel mixture
(C) Provide flame front for ignition
(D) Spray atomized fuel in the cylinder

11. 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

12. 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
13. The purpose of transmission in an automobile is
(A) To vary the speed of automobile
(B) To vary the torque at the wheels
(C) To vary the power of automobile
(D) None of these

14. 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

15. The cam shaft in an engine is always mounted

(A) Parallel to the crankshaft
(B) Perpendicular to the crankshaft
(C) Inclined to the crankshaft
(D) None of these

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option C (2) Answer: Option D (3) Answer: Option A (4) Answer: Option B
(5) Answer: Option B (6) Answer: Option D (7) Answer: Option B (8) Answer: Option B
(9) Answer: Option B (10) Answer: Option D (11) Answer: Option B (12) Answer:
Option A (13) Answer: Option B (14) Answer: Option D (15) Answer: Option A
1. The lower cylindrical portion of the piston which improves piston cooling
performance is called
(A) Piston crown
(B) Connecting rod
(C) Piston pin boss
(D) Piston skirt

2. The most effective method of controlling S.I. engine exhaust emission is by

(A) Recirculating exhaust
(B) Using catalytic converter
(C) Using some additives in the fuel
(D) None of these

3. If clearance volume of I.C. engines is increased, the compression ratio will

(A) Increase
(B) Decrease
(C) Remain constant
(D) Be doubled

4. 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

5. Damper in an automobile is used to

(A) Absorb the energy
(B) Dissipate the energy
(C) Release the energy
(D) Increase the energy
6. 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

7. The condition that results in large quantities of CO emission is

(A) Insufficient air during combustion
(B) Insufficient fuel during combustion
(C) Low temperature combustion
(D) High temperature combustion

8. The sequence order of events in a four stroke engine is

(A) Suction exhaust power compression
(B) Suction power compression exhaust
(C) Suction compression power exhaust
(D) Exhaust compression power suction

9. Which of the following is not a part of the chassis?

(A) Wheels
(B) Front axle
(C) Steering system
(D) Seats

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. The crankcase dilution means

(A) Dilution of fuel in the crankcase
(B) Dilution of oil by water in the crankcase
(C) Dilution of lubrication oil by fuel in the crankcase
(D) Dilution of mixture passing through crankcase in two stroke engines

15. The main cause for the change in engine oil viscosity is
(A) Humidity
(B) Temperature
(C) Vibration
(D) Contamination

ANSWER
(1) Answer: Option D (2) Answer: Option B (3) Answer: Option B (4) Answer: Option
A (5) Answer: Option B (6) Answer: Option A (7) Answer: Option A (8) Answer:
Option C (9) Answer: Option D (10) Answer: Option A (11) Answer: Option B (12)
Answer: Option B (13) Answer: Option C (14) Answer: Option C (15) Answer: Option
B
1. The rating of C.I. engine fuel (Diesel) is given by
(A) Octane number
(B) Performance number
(C) Cetane number
(D) None of these

2. The operation of removing trapped air from the hydraulic braking system is
known as
(A) Trapping
(B) Tapping
(C) Bleeding
(D) Cleaning
3. In a four wheel drive (4WD), the numbers of gear boxes are
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4

4. In an engine, the temperature of the piston will be more at the

(A) Crown of the piston
(B) Skirt of the piston
(C) Piston walls
(D) Piston rings

5. The oil pump is driven by the

(A) Camshaft
(B) Alternator shaft
(C) Crankshaft via drive belt
(D) Crankshaft directly

6. The condition that causes vapour locking in a brake system is

(A) Overheating of the fluid due to frequent brake application
(B) Overcooling of the brakes during high speed driving
(C) Keeping the vehicle without use for an extended period
(D) An excessively high engine speed on a downhill road

7. 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.

8. A maintenance free battery

(A) Has lead-antimony plate grid
(B) Has lead-calcium plate grid
(C) Does not contain acid
(D) Does not contain water

9. The function of anti-lock brake system (ABS) is that is

(A) Reduces the stopping distance
(B) Minimizes the brake fade
(C) Maintains directional control during braking by preventing the wheels from
locking
(D) Prevents nose dives during braking and thereby postpones locking of the wheels

10. In a Diesel engine, the fuel is ignited by

(A) An electric spark
(B) The heat of compression
(C) The hot exhaust
(D) None of these

11. In a four cylinder inline engine, the number of firing strokes in one revolution
of the crank is
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4

12. 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

13. The Diesel engines as compared to petrol engines require

(A) Bigger flywheel
(B) Smaller flywheel
(C) Same size of flywheel
(D) No flywheel

ANSWER
1. Answer: Option C 2. Answer: Option C 3. Answer: Option B 4. Answer: Option A 5.
Answer: Option D 6. Answer: Option A 7. Answer: Option B 8. Answer: Option B 9.
Answer: Option C 10. Answer: Option B 11. Answer: Option B 12. Answer: Option D
13. Answer: Option A

1. The cetane number of a Diesel fuel is a measure of

     (A) Ignition quality
     (B) Delay period

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
03. Tachometer in a vehicle measures
     (A) Speed
     (B) Engine r.p.m.

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

07. The camshaft is driven by the crankshaft via the timing belt.
     (A) Correct
     (B) Incorrect

08. Odometer is an instrument used for measurement of

     (A) Engine r.p.m.
     (B) Distance
09. The main merit of a multi cylinder type cylinder sleeve is
     (A) Smaller engine dimensions
     (B) Better cooling efficiency
10. The number of exhaust manifolds in a V-6 engine is
     (A) One
     (B) Two
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
14. The clutch is located between the transmission and the
     (A) Engine
     (B) Rear axle
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
18. The connecting rod connects the piston and the
     (A) Camshaft
     (B) Crankshaft
19. In vehicles with tilt steering, the steering column is pivoted in
     (A) Upper bracket
     (B) Lower bracket
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

1. In commercial vehicle layouts engine is located forward, rear or under floor

mainly to
a. Better utilization of space
b. Increase fuel economy
c. Better weight distribution
d. Reduce the weight of chassis
Ans: c
2. The type of air cycle used in diesel engine is called
a. Otto cycle
b. Carnot cycle
c. Diesel cycle
d. Rankine cycle
Ans: c
3. During suction stroke the pressure inside the cylinder is
a. Equal to atmospheric pressure
b. Above atmospheric pressure
c. Above or below atmospheric pressure
d. Below atmospheric pressure
Ans: d
4. During compression stroke the air is compressed according to
a. Isothermal process
b. Hyperbolic process
c. Adiabatic process
d. Constant pressure process
Ans: c
5. The heat is added in the cycle at
a. Constant pressure
b. Constant volume
c. Approximately constant pressure and constant volume
Ans: c
6. The fuel injected when pressure in the cylinder reaches the point ……….. o
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
Ans: c
7. The crankcase scavenging the the crankcase or underside of the piston acts as
a. An air compressor
b. A blower
c. A ventilator
d. A breather
Ans: a
8. The two-stroke engine has valve ports in the
a. Pistons
b. Cylinder walls
c. Piston rings
Ans: b
9. The temperature of the piston will be more at
a. The piston walls
b. The crown of the piston
c. The skirt of the piston
d. The piston pin
Ans: b
10. Connecting rods are generally of the following from
a. Forged round section steel
b. Cast steel triangular section
c. Forged square section steel
d. Forged I section steel
Ans: d
11. For petrol engines the nominal compression ratio will vary between
a. 1 to 2:1
b. 18 to 21:1
c. 1 to 5:1
d. 7.5 to 8.5:1
Ans: d
12. For diesel engines the nominal compression ratio is from
a. 17 to 21:1
b. 7.5 to 8.5:1
c. 30 to 40:1
d. 1 to 5:1
Ans: a

13. One of the major causes of FHP in an engine is

a. High speed
b. High volumetric efficiency
c. Piston-ring friction
Ans: c
14. Engine torque is highest at
a. Low speed
b. Intermediate speed
c. High speed
Ans: b
15. The maximum pressure of air fuel mixture at the end of compression in petrol engines varies
a. 10-30 Kg/cm2 b. 30-100 Kg/cm2
c. 6-10 Kg/cm2
d. 100-1000 Kg/cm2
Ans: a
16. When we lift a 10 kg weight, 3 metre we would be doing
a. 300 m kg of work
b. 3 m kg of work
c. 30 m kg of work
Ans: c
17. The characteristic of an object which makes it resist any tendency to change its direction of m
called
a. Inertia
b. Power
c. Internal energy
Ans: a
18. The maximum pressure of air at the end of compression in diesel engines is about
a. 10 Kg/cm2
b. 100 Kg/cm2
c. 300 Kg/cm2
d. 30 Kg/cm2
Ans: d
19. As the number of cylinders in multi cylinder engines increases the power to weight ratio
………
a. Remains the same
b. Increases
c. Becomes zero
d. Decreases
Ans: b
20. The type of friction generally present in an automotive engine is
a. Viscous friction
b. Greasy friction
c. Dry friction
Ans: a
21. The fit of the piston to the cylinder is measured at the
a. Piston skirt
b. Piston head
c. Point of minimum diameter
Ans: b
22. Vibration damper ……….
a. controls the torsional vibrations
b. drives the pulley
c. dampens the engine speed
d. reduces the speed of the flywheel
Ans: a
23. In a six cylinder engine there is balance of
a. Primary forces only
b. Secondary forces only
c. Both primary and secondary forces
Ans: c
24. If the connecting rod longer, the side thrust of the piston is
a. Increased
b. Constant
c. Decreased
Ans: c
25. In general the design of the current regulator is such that its main actuating winding carries f
a. Generator voltage
b. Generator output
c. Field current
d. Battery voltage
Ans: b
26. Immediately after ignition, combustion chamber temperatures may reach a value of
a. 15000C
b. 55000C
c. 25000C
d. 75000C
Ans: a
27. The compression ratio in a diesel engine is as high as
a. 25:1
b. 20:1
c. 10:1
d. 5:1
Ans: b
28. The temperature of the compressed air should be ………….. of the
a. Below the flash point
b. Above the flash point
c. Above the fire point
d. Between the fire and flash point
Ans: c
29. The compression pressure in diesel engine is around
a. 30 Kg/cm2
b. 10 Kg/cm2
c. 20 Kg/cm2
d. 40 Kg/cm2
Ans: a
30. The combustion process in a diesel engine is
a. Constant pressure process
b. Isothermal process
c. Constant volume process
d. Adiabatic process
Ans: a
31. Which type of valve arrangements require the use of rocket arms?
a. H – head
b. T – head
c. I – head
d. L – head
Ans: c
32. The conventional mechanical type fuel pump develops …………. pr
a. 0.15 Kg/cm2
b. 1.0 Kg/cm2
c. 0.5 Kg/cm2
d. 0.3 Kg/cm2
Ans: b
33. As compression ratio in an engine goes up, the octane requirements of the fuel
a. Goes down
b. Goes up
c. Stay about the same
Ans: b
34. The metering rod is designed to vary the size of which jets
a. High speed jets
b. Accelerating jets
c. Float level jets
d. Idle jets
Ans: a
35. The turbulence in diesel engines ensures to
a. Increase the volumetric efficiency
b. Increase the compression ratio
c. Bring the fuel quickly in contact with the air
d. Increase the specific fuel consumption
Ans: c
36. If compression ratio is increased
a. Thermal efficiency will be increased
b. Volumetric efficiency will be increased
c. Air standard efficiency will be decreased
d. Air standard efficiency will be increased
Ans: d
37. In ‘V’ type engines the included angle between two banks of cylinders is
a. 450
b. 600
c. 1300
d. 900
Ans: d
38. The duration of the fuel injection at full load in a diesel engine running at 1800 rpm when it h
crank travel is
a. 1/600 sec
b. 1/640 sec
c. 1/540 sec
d. 1/530 sec
Ans: c
39. Comparing a Four wheel drive with Two wheel drive system either at front or rear and assum
equal division of weight between the two axes
a. From the point of view of traction front wheel drive is better than rear wheel drive
b. Front wheel and rear wheel drive are equal
c. Four wheel drive can always give more traction than either rear or front wheel drive
d. Four wheel drive can utilize all the weight of the vehicle only at a particular road friction
Ans: c
40. The range of gear ratios in a vehicle depends on
a. The ratio of engine h.p to laden weight of vehicle
b. Max. engine torque / wt. of vehicle
c. Only on the laden weight of vehicle
d. The power to weight ratio of engine
Ans: b
41. Most of the mopeds in India have capacity of
a. 10 cc
b. 250 cc
c. 50 cc
d. 175 cc
e. 150 cc
Ans: c
42. Which motor cycle has maximum power rating
a. Rajdoot
b. Jawa
c. Yamaha
d. Bullet
Ans: c
43. During a collision the front parts of an automobile are subjected to a deceleration of about
……… at about 50 mphr
a. 100g
b. 1000g
c. 1g
d. 10g
Ans: c
44. Piston displacement is calculated from the
a. Cylinder diameter and length
b. Piston length and diameter
c. Bore and stroke
Ans: c
45. The power used in overcoming friction in the engine is called
a. FHP
b. BHP
c. IHP
Ans: a
46. During combustion the pressure in the cylinder may increase to as much as
a. 50 Kg/cm2
b. 400 Kg/cm2
c. 10 Kg/cm2
Ans: a
47. The size of intake valve is
a. Smaller than that of the exhaust valve
b. Equal to that of the exhaust valve
c. Larger than that of the exhaust valve
d. Not depending upon the size of exhaust valve
Ans: c
48. A negative loop in the P.V diagram of an I.C engine is due to
a. Pre ignition in the engine
b. Suction of air for engine
c. Pre opening of the exhaust valve
d. High pressure in the cylinder
Ans: b
49. Two stoke engine is preferred for small vehicles because
a. Fuel consumption is low
b. Shock and vibrations are less
c. Its size is small
d. It is easy to control
Ans: c

50. Knowing the speed at which an engine is running and the torque it is developing, we can calc
a. FHP
b. IHP
c. BHP
Ans: a

1. The radiator tubes are manufactured by using

a. Cast iron tubes
b. Aluminum tubes
c. Brass tubes
d .Steel tubes
Ans: c
2. If we know the engine speed, bore, stroke, number of cylinders and m.e.p in the cylinders, we
a. FHP
b. IHP
c. BHP
Ans: b
3. Knowing the IHP and FHP of an engine, we can calculate
a. Compression ratio
b. rpm
c. SAF
d. BHP
Ans: d
4. Which one of the following is not a trade name of tractor in India
a. Kirloskar
b. Escort
c. Standard
d. HMT
Ans: c
5. The ratio between the power output of an engine and the energy in the fuel burned to produc
is called
a. Volumetric efficiency
b. Thermal efficiency
c. Mechanical efficiency
Ans: b
6. The air volume in the cylinder with the piston at B.D.C divided by the clearance volume is calle
a. Compression ratio
b. Piston displacement
c. Cylinder ratio
Ans: a
7. The power used in overcoming friction in the engine is called
a. BHP
b. IHP
c. FHP
Ans: c
8. The average pressure during the power stroke minus the average pressure during the intake,
compression and exhaust strokes is called
a. IHP
b. Compression ratio
c. BHP
d. m.e.p
Ans: d
9. IHP minus FHP equals
a. BHP
b. SAF HP
c. m.e.p
Ans: a
10. Engine torque is highest at
a. High speed
b. Low speed
c. Intermediate speed
Ans: c
11. BHP divided by IHP is
a. Thermal efficiency
b. Mechanical efficiency
c. Volumetric efficiency
Ans: b
12. The percentage of the energy in the petrol burnt in the engine which is actually utilized in pr
is as little as
a. 25%
b. 60%
b. 35%
d. 15%
Ans: a
13. In the diesel engine, the compression ratio is as high as
a. 10:1
b. 15:1
c. 5:1
Ans: b
14. The device for smoothing out the power impulses from the engine is called the
a. Flywheel
b. Camshaft
c. Crankshaft
d. Clutch
Ans: a
15. The amount of air fuel mixture taken in by the engine on the suction stroke is a measure of t
engine’s
a. Compression ratio
b. Volumetric efficiency
c. Clearance volume
Ans: b
16. The size of an engine cylinder is referred to in terms of its
a. Diameter and bore
b. Bore and length
c. Bore and stroke
Ans: c
17. In an operating engine, the hottest part of the piston is the
a. Head
b. Ring grooves
c. Skirt
d. Pin bosses
Ans: a
18. In normal operation the part of the exhaust valve that gets the hottest is
a. Face
b. Middle of Stem
c. Centre of head
d. Edge of margin
Ans: c
19. The power developed inside the engine cylinder is called
a. IHP
b. FHP
c. BHP
Ans: a
20. The ratio of the cylinder volume at BDC and the clearance volume is called
a. Clearance ratio
b. Volumetric ratio
c. Compression ratio
Ans: c
21. As a rule when comparing the front and rear wheel cylinder pistons, it will be found that the
the front wheel cylinders are
a. The same size
b. Larger in diameter
c. Smaller in diameter
Ans: b
22. Twisting and untwisting of the crankshaft is called
a. Torsional vibration
b. Power impulsion
c. Torsional balance
Ans: a
23. The rotating effect of the connecting rod on the connecting rod bearing produces
a. Pressure load
b. Inertia load
c. Centrifugal load
Ans: c
24. Important bearing characteristics include
a. Embeddability, compression and fatigue
b. Exbeddability, conformability and fatigue resistance
Ans: b
25. In the engine there must be relative motion between the piston and the connecting rod
a. Atmospheric pressure, inertia and torsional vibration
b. Centrifugal force, inertia and combustion pressure
c. Inertia, engine speed and centrifugal force
Ans: b
26. Two of the three connecting rod bearing loads that increase as engine speeds increase are
a. Centrifugal and inertia loads
b. Torsional and pressure loads
c. Pressure and inertia loads
d. Pressure and centrifugal loads
Ans: a
27. When different forces act at angles on connecting rod bearing, the combining of these force
a. Remaining force
b. Canceling force
c. Resultant force
Ans: c
28. The active material in a charged negative plate is
a. Lead sulphate
b. Lead peroxide
c. Lead metal
d. Lead per chloride
Ans: c
29. The tree general types of friction bearings are
a. Journal, ball and roller
b. Journal, guide and thrust
c. Journal, shaft and thrust
Ans: b
30. Petrol and Gasoline is called a hydrocarbon because it consists essentially of
a. Carbon and Hydrogen
b. Oxygen and Hydrogen
c. Carbon and Oxygen
Ans: a
31. Almost all bearing used in automotive engines are
a. Guide bearings
b. Friction bearings
c. Antifriction bearings
Ans: b
32. The brake shoes are curved to conform to the inner diameter of the
a. Tyre
b. Wheel
c. Pedal
d. Brake drum
Ans: d
33. It is cheaper if we use gaskets of
a. Rubber asbestos type
b. Copper asbestos type
c. Steel asbestos type
Ans: a
34. With an increase in temperature the resistance of carbon is
a. Unchanged
b. Decreased
c. Increased
Ans: c
35. When petrol burns completely, two of the compounds that are formed are
a. Carbon dioxide and water
b. Water and oxygen
c. Hydrocarbon and oxygen
Ans: a
36. Due to heat of combustion, with increase in temperature the molecules
a. Move slower
b. Vaporize
c. Move faster
Ans: c
37. When air is heated, it
a. Contracts and becomes heavier
b. Expands and becomes heavier
c. Expands and becomes lighter
Ans: c
38. Changing position of an object against an opposing force is called
a. Power
b. Torque
c. Energy
d. Work
Ans: d
39. A liquid that boils at a relatively high temperature is said to have
a. A low viscosity
b. A high viscosity
c. A high volatility
d. A low volatility
Ans: d
40. The ease with which a liquid changes to a vapour is called its
a. Vapourability
b. Boiling point
c. Viscosity
d. Volatility
Ans: d
41. The pump part that rotates and causes water circulation between the radiator and engine is
a. Impeller
b. Fan
c. Bypass
Ans: a
42. The bearing having the least friction is the
a. Sleeve bearing
b. Antifriction bearing
c. Friction bearing
Ans: b
43. Conform ability of an engine bearing is
a. Ability of a bearing to withstand the wear and tear
b. Resistivity to corrosion
c. Ability of the bearing to adjust itself to variations in shaft alignment and journal shape
d. Ability of a bearing to permit foreign particles to embed in it
Ans: c
44. The most commonly used material for tyre tubes is
a. Butyl
b. Natural rubber
c. Butane
Ans: a
45. When the plates of battery cell are made larger in size, we get increased ……&#
a. Current
b. Voltage
c. Cell resistance
Ans: a
46. When preparing electrolyte, it is important to remember that
a. Acid and water should be poured together
b. Water should be poured into acid
c. Acid should be poured into water
Ans: c
47. Aluminium alloy pistons are preferred because
a. They are good absorbers of shock
b. They are having less weight
c. They have good water resistance
d. They are very strong in tension
Ans: b
48. The material used for the piston of modern passenger cars are
a. Brass pistons
b. Cast iron pistons
c. Aluminiun alloy pistons
d. Steel pistons
Ans: c
49. Piston compression rings are manufactured by
a. Aluminium
b. Cast iron
c. Steel
d. Bronze
Ans: b
50. Gudgeon pins or piston pins are made by
a. Piston material itself
b. Cork
c. Cast iron
d. Hardened and ground steel
Ans: d
1. The brake pipe in hydraulic brakes is made up of
a. PVC
b. Steel
c. Rubber
d. Copper
Ans: b
2. The ease with which a liquid vapourizes is called its
a. Volatility
b. Octane rating
c. Vapourability
Ans: a
3. As the battery is discharged, the active materials in both negative and positive plates are chan
a. Spongy lead
b. Sulphuric acid
c. Lead oxide
d. Lead sulphate
Ans: d
4. The pipes used in diesel engines from pump to nozzle is made up of
a. PVC
b. Rubber
c. Steel
d. Copper
Ans: c
5. Two types of antifreeze are
a. Iso octane and ethylene glycol
b. Alcohol base and ethylene glycol
c. Ethylene glycol and propylene glycol
Ans: b
6. The substance added to the oil which helps to keep the engine clean is called
a. Grease
b. Thickening agent
c. Soap
d. Detergent
Ans: d
7. One advantage of using an exhaust valve as insert is that the ring
a. Withstands high exhaust gas temperature better
b. Is more easily machined
c. Wears in more quickly
Ans: a
8. The crankshafts are usually forged to get
a. Minimum friction effects
b. A good mechanical design
c. Good grain structure
d. Improved corrosion structure
Ans: b
9. The number of parallel paths in a lap winding of the armature of a DC generator is equal to
a. Half the number of poles
b. Number of poles
c. Two
Ans: b
10. The unsprung mass in a vehicle system is mainly composed of
a. The frame assembly
b. Gear box and propeller shaft
c. Axle and the parts attached to it
d. Engine and associated parts
Ans: c
11. Parts of the shock absorber include
a. Valves
b. Coupler
c. Valve springs
d. Pistons
Ans: a
12. The automobile chassis consists of the engine, frame, power train, wheels, steering and
…………..
a. The doors
b. Luggage boot
c. Wind shield
d. Braking system
Ans: d
13. The frame provides support for the engine body, power train members and …&#8230
a. Wheels
b. Jack
c. Road
Ans: a
14. The engine is usually supported by the frame
a. Four or five
b. One or two
c. Three or four
d. One or two
Ans: c
15. The central part of the axle beam is offset downwards to
a. Give improved resistance to end thrusts during cornering
b. Give better bending strength
c. Give improved torsional strength during brake application
d. Clear the engine sump and lower vehicle centre of gravity
Ans: d
16. X – member of a car frame ensures improved
a. Resistance to side force due to transverse wind load
b. Bending strength of side members
c. Resistance to vertical shock loads acting simultaneously on both front wheels
d. Resistance of weaving and torsional strength of front end of frame
Ans: a
17. The purpose of the shock absorbers is to
a. Strengthen frame
b. Damp spring oscillations
c. Improve rigidity of spring mountings
Ans: b
18. The rear end suspension arrangement in which rear end torque is absorbed by the spring is c
a. Torque tube drive
b. Hooks drive
c. Differential drive
d. Hotchkiss drive
Ans: d
19. On rebound, in the direct acting shock absorber, fluid flows out of the upper part of the cylin
also ………..
a. Out of the dust shield
b. Out of the reservoir
c. Into the reservoir
d. Into the dust shield
Ans: b
20. The weight or pressure required to deflect a spring in mm is called the spring
a. Weight
b. Deflection
c. Rate
d. Rebound
Ans: c
21. Leaf spring for vehicles are nipped to
a. To vary the effective length of the spring
b. To increase the interleaf friction
c. Improve the load carrying capacity of spring
d. Ensure that all leaves are uniformly stressed during loading
Ans: d
22. The device that permits variation in the distance between the spring eyes of a leaf spring as
flexes is called
a. Spring shackle
b. Spring U – bolt
c. Spring hanger
d. Spring leaf
Ans: a
23. When the direct acting shock absorber is compressed or telescoped fluid passes through the
into the upper part of the cylinder and also
a. Into the dust shield
b. Out of the dust shield
c. Into the reservoir
d. Out of the reservoir
Ans: c
24. The clips placed at intervals along some leaf spring to prevent spring leaf separation on rebo
called
a. Rebound clips
b. Separation clips
c. Interval clips
d. Relief clips
Ans: a
25. In a vehicle with torque tube drive, the rear suspension spring
a. Takes up driving thrust and torque reaction
b. Supports load and takes up end thrust
c. Takes up braking thrust and torque reaction
d. Takes up end thrust and torque reaction
Ans: b
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26. With a leaf spring type of suspension, interference between steering and suspension system
reduced to minimum when
a. Front end of the spring is pin joined and the rear end is shackled
b. Front end of the spring is shackled and rear end is pin jointed
c. Both end of the spring are shackled
d. Both ends of the springs are pin jointed
Ans: b
27. The laminated spring, which is in common use, is of the type
a. Full elliptic
b. Semi elliptic
c. One quarter elliptic
d. Three quarter elliptic
Ans: b
28. A double acting shock absorber usually has
a. Unequal pressure acting on either sides
b. Equal pressure on either side
c. Pressure acting only on one side
Ans: a
29. Hotchkiss drive is the name associated with
a. A type of automatic transmission
b. The kind of drive for independent suspension axles
c. A means of taking up torque and thrust by leaf springs
d. A type of gear box
Ans: b
30. The part of the vehicle holds the passengers and the cargo to be transported is known as
a. Hull
b. Chassis
c. Cabin
d. Sedan
Ans: a
31. The power train includes the clutch, propeller shaft, differential and
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a. Steering gear
b. Front axles
c. Chassis
d. Transmission
Ans: d
32. In gear systems, speed reduction means torque
a. Stabilization
b. Increase
c. Reduction
Ans: b
33. Clutch slippage while clutch is engaged is particularly noticeable
a. When starting the engine
b. During acceleration
c. During idle
d. At low speed
Ans: b
34. Clutch chattering or grabbing is noticeable
a. At low speed
b. When engaging the clutch
c. When accelerating
d. During idle
Ans: d
35. Clutch noises are usually most noticeable when the engine is
a. Being started
b. Decelerating
c. Idling
d. Accelerating
Ans: c
36. Synchronizing devices are designed to prevent gear clash when shifting into
a. First and second
b. Second and high
c. First and reverse
Ans: b
37. The overdrive is located between the
a. Transmission and the propeller shaft
b. Planetary gears and clutch
c. Transmission and clutch
Ans: b
38. The sun gear in the planetary gear system meshes with the
a. Pinion cage
b. Ring gear
c. Clutch gear
d. Planet pinions
Ans: d
39. Pressing down on clutch pedal causes the release levers to move the pressure plate away fro
a. Friction disc
b. Clutch cover
c. Pressure plate baffle
d. Throw out bearing
Ans: a
40. In coil spring type of clutch the cover is separated by
a. Removing three screws or nuts
b. Unhooking three retainer springs
c. Removing wire coil springs
d. Detaching three lever springs
Ans: a
41. In the high gear in the transmission, main shaft turns at the same speed as the
a. Idler shaft
b. Counter shaft
c. Clutch shaft
Ans: c
42. The purpose of the fluid coupling is to act as a
a. Automatic gear changer
b. Flexible power transmitting coupling
c. Synchronizing device
Ans: b
43. In the fluid coupling oil passes from the driving to the
a. Gear
b. Coupling
c. Vanes
d. Driven member
Ans: d
44. Braking is produced by the frictional effect between the brake drum and the
a. Wheel studs
b. Wheel rim
c. Brake shoes
d. Wheel cylinder pistons
Ans: c
45. The drive pinion in the over running clutch is moved into mesh for cranking action by
a. A shaft lever
b. Sleeve turning in pinion
c. Pinion inertia
Ans: c
46. The function of a torque converter or fluid converter is similar to that of a
a. Gear box
b. Clutch
c. Shock absorber
d. Torsion box
Ans: a
47. In the transmission system, the provision of slip joints allows a change in the
a. Angle of drive
b. Length of shaft
c. Speed of rotation
Ans: b
48. In the torque converter, oil leaving the turbine is changed into a helping direction by curved
a. Pump vanes
b. Stator vanes
c. Turbine vanes
Ans: b
49. In a fluid coupling the greater the difference between the speeds of the driving and the drive
a. Higher the coupling efficiency
b. The lower the turbulence
c. The lower the coupling efficiency
Ans: c
50. The ratio between the speed of the camshaft and the speed of the crankshaft is
a. 1:1
b. 1:4
c. 1:2
d. 1:1/4
Ans: b

1. The free wheeling mechanism contains

a. A planetary gear
b. A transmission
c. An over running clutch
d. A propeller shaft
Ans: c
2. For each crankshaft revolution, the cam shaft revolves
a. one half-turn
b. one turn
c. two turns
d. four turns
Ans: a
3. The overdrive is located between
a. Gear box and clutch
b. Gear box and propeller shaft
c. Planetary gears and clutch
Ans: b
4. The synchronizing device used in the transmission uses
a. Cone braking surfaces
b. Flat braking surfaces
c. Synchronizing pins
Ans: a
5. The second movement of the gear shift lever produces
a. The correct gears to mesh
b. The movement of the drive gear
c. Release of clutch
Ans: a
6. There are two separate movements of the gear shift lever for changing the gears.
The first movement selects
a. The shaft to be moved
b. The shaft pedal to be moved
c. Shifter fork which operates gear assembly to be moved
Ans: c
7. The standard transmission has
a. One shifter fork
b. Two shifter forks
c. Three shifter forks
d. Four shifter forks
Ans: c
8. The conventional motor car has
a. Two forward speeds
b. Three forward speeds
c. Four forward speeds
Ans: c
9. In the transmission, the reverse idler gear always mesh with
a. Counter shaft drive gear
b. Counter shaft low gear
c. Main shaft reverse gear
d. Counter shaft reverse gear
Ans: d
10. In transmission reduction of speed is always used to obtain
a. Reduction of torque
b. Constant torque to drive the wheels
c. Increase of torque
Ans: c
11. The device that produces different gear ratios in the power train is called
a. Differential
b. Transmission
c. Speed Changer
Ans: b
12. In the automobile, the power train carries the engine power from the engine to the rear whe
power
train includes the clutch propeller shaft, differential and
a. Front axis
b. Steering gear
c. Gear box
d. Chassis
Ans: c
13. In the coil spring type of clutch when the pressure plate and cover are separated, the spring
must
be held by
a. Hand
b. An arbor press
c. A lever
d. A heavy weight
Ans: b
14. Parts of the clutch that should not be cleaned in solvent include the
a. Friction disc and throw out bearing
b. Friction disc cover
c. Throw out bearing and springs
d. Release levers and springs
Ans: a
15. On diaphragm spring clutch, pressing down on the clutch pedal moves throw out bearing in a
a. Release levers
b. Diaphragm
c. Pressure plate
d. Friction disc
Ans: a
16. As a general rule in facings on the friction disc are worn down to the rivet heads
a. Rivets should be
replaced
b. The friction disc should be replaced
c. The clutch should be replaced
d. The linkage should be adjusted
Ans: b
17. The front end of the clutch shaft is supported in a pilot bearing in the
a. Throw out bearing
b. Friction disc
c. Crankshaft
d. Transmission
Ans: c
18. The three forward speed and the reverse transmission consists of three shafts and
a. Three gears
b. Five gears
c. Eight gears
d. Ten gears
Ans: c
19. Synchromesh devices in the transmission synchronize the gears about to be
a. Meshed
b. De-meshed
c. Stopped
Ans: a
20. In the transmission the counter shaft drive gear is meshed with a gear on the
a. Output shaft
b. Main shaft
c. Clutch shaft
Ans: b
21. The fluid coupling is most efficient as drive ratio approaching to
a. 1:1
b. 2:1
c. 1:5:1
d. 1:3
Ans: a
22. In the fluid coupling speed reduction means
a. torque reduction
b. torque increase
c. power increase
Ans: a
23. When the clutch is engaged, spring pressure clamps the friction disc between the pressure p
a. Flywheel
b. Differential
c. Reaction plate
d. Clutch pedal
Ans: a
24. The free travel of the medal, or pedal lash is the amount of travel the pedal has before the th
bearing comes up against the
a. Release levers
b. Flywheel
c. Floor board
d. Stop
Ans: a
25. The automobile transmission is removed from the car by taking it out
a. From under car
b. Through driving compartment
c. Through engine compartment
Ans: a
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26. Overdrive is provided in the transmission of a vehicle to
a. Reach higher road speeds
b. improved fuel consumption
c. achieve better acceleration
d. carry more load
Ans: b
27. The number of gear ratios in a vehicle
a. Is more with high powered vehicle
b. Is less with high powered cars
c. Is more with diesel engine heavy vehicles
d. is more with petrol engine typical American Car
Ans: a
28. In the process of gear shifting in a layshaft type of gearbox
a. An upchange say third to Top Gear requires speeding up of lay shaft
b. An up change requires slowing down the layshaft
c. An upchange or down change is not accompanied by changes in layshaft speed
d. Gear shifting involves change of speed only in down shifts
Ans: b
29. A fluid coupling
a. Acts like flywheel and replaces it since as it is known also by the name fluid wheel
b. It takes the place of friction clutch and replaces it completely in synchromesh transmission sy
c. It replaces the friction clutch and the Gearbox also
d. Does the function of a clutch automatically, but cannot be used for shifting transmission to eff
changes
Ans: d
30. The main advantage of a fluid coupling is
a. In its low torque capacity at low speeds
b. Steady state torque characteristic
c. Due to its ability to slip
d. Due to its ability to function fluid medium
Ans: c
31. The hydrodynamic torque converter
a. Gives a continuous variation of torque with increase of output speed
b. Enables to get the max. h.p continuously
c. Gives a speed variation without torque variation
d. Maintains a high efficiency throughout the operating speed range
Ans: a
32. An automatic transmission works on the principle of
a. Centrifugal device making up changes proportional to road speed
b. Centrifugal device connected to crankshaft making up changes prop. to engine speed
c. Makes changes depending on throttle position in conjunction with road speed governor
d. Makes gear changes at equal intervals or set road speeds
Ans: c
33. The coil springs are located in between the pressure plate and the
a. Clutch cover
b. Disc assembly
c. Pressure plate baffle
d. Flywheel
Ans: a
34. The clutch cover is bolted to the
a. Friction disc
b. Flywheel
c. Car frame
d. Engine block
Ans: b
35. The friction disc is positioned between the flywheel and the
a. Engine
b. Crankshaft
c. Pressure plate
Ans: c
36. There is a double faced friction disc splined to a shaft in the
a. Transmission
b. Differential
c. Engine
d. Clutch
Ans: d
37. To prevent distortion on re-installation on the clutch cover attaching bolts should be tighten
a. One at a time
b. Evenly
c. Until springs begin to compress
d. Until springs are expanded
Ans: b
38. The power train transmits power from the engine to the
a. Crank shaft
b. Rear wheels
c. Front wheels
d. Steering gear
Ans: b
39. The clutch pressure plate is mounted on the
a. Flywheel
b. Clutch cover
c. Friction disc
d. Crankshaft
Ans: b
40. The release levers in a typical clutch pivot on
a. Springs
b. Levers
c. Threaded levers
d. Pins
Ans: d
41. If two meshing gears have 4:1 gear ratio and the smaller gear has 12 teeth, the large gear wi
a. 12 teeth
b. 24 teeth
c. 36 teeth
d. 48 teeth
Ans: d
42. The two meshed gears have a gear ratio of 3:1. Every time the larger gear turns once the sm
be to turn
a. 1/3 time
b. one
c. three times
Ans: c
43. In the diaphragm clutch inward movement of the throw out bearing causes the diaphragm s
a. Dish inward
b. Expand
c. Contract
Ans: a
44. The fluid coupling has maximum efficiency when driving and driven members are turning at
a. High speed
b. Low speed
c. Different speed
d. About the same speed
Ans: a
45. The purpose of the guide ring in the fluid coupling is to reduce oil
a. Movement between the members
b. Turbulence
c. Level in coupling
Ans: b
46. Synchronizing is designed to prevent gear clash when shifting into
a. First and reverse
b. First and second
c. Second and high
Ans: c
47. When shifting into low, a gear on the transmission main shaft is moved in to mesh with the
a. Counter shaft low gear
b. Counter shaft idler
c. Clutch gear
d. Output gear
Ans: a
48. Clutch noises are usually most noticeable when the engine is
a. Accelerating
b. Decelerating
c. Idling
d. Being started
Ans: c
49. Clashing of gears when shifting into high could result from
a. Engine misalignment
b. Drive key sheared
c. A defective Synchronizer
Ans: c

50. Transmission noise in neutral could result from

a. Worn gears
b. Loose propeller shaft
c. Misadjusted gear linkage
Ans: a

1. The purpose of the fluid coupling is to act as a

a. Synchronizing device
b. Automatic gear changer
c. Flexible power-transmitting coupling
Ans: c
2. The distance between adjacent meshing teeth of mating gears is called
a. Clearance
b. Back lash
c. Flank
Ans: b
3. In the fluid coupling, speed reduction means torque reduction. But in the torque converter, s
reduction means
a. Torque increase
b. Torque loss
c. Power increase
Ans: a
4. The fluid coupling consists essentially of two
a. Doughnuts
b. Vane members
c. Guide rings
d. Driving shafts
Ans: b
5. The number of planetary gear sets in a hydromatic transmission system is
a. Two
b. Three
c. Four
d. Five
Ans: c
6. When coming out of overdrive, the overdrive electric control momentarily
a. De clutches the engine
b. Interrupts the ignition system action
c. De meshes the sun gear
Ans: b
7. In order for power to flow through the fluid coupling from the engine to car wheels, the drivi
must be turning
a. Slower than driven member
b. At same speed as driven member
c. Faster than driven member
Ans: c
8. In the overdrive, there is an arrangement whereby it is possible to lock stationary the
a. Ring gear
b. Sun gear
c. Planet pinion cage
Ans: b
9. The coil spring clutch may use from
a. Two to six springs
b. Three to nine springs
c. Four to eight springs
d. Ten to twelve springs
Ans: b
10. If the differential noise is present only when the car is rounding a curve the trouble would b
a. Heavy heel contact on gear teeth
b. Heavy toe contact on gear teeth
c. Binding in differential case
Ans: c
11. To correct heavy flank contact on the ring gear teeth
a. Move the drive pinion in
b. Move the drive pinion out
c. Move the ring gear out
d. Adjust back lash as necessary
Ans: c
12. The ring gear is adjusted in the differential by use of
a. Selective washers of proper thickness
b. Bearing adjuster
c. Adjusting screws
Ans: a
13. The axle bevel gears in the differential mesh with the
a. Differential pinion gears
b. Ring gear
c. Drive pinion
d. Main gear
Ans: a
14. The ring gear is mounted on the
a. Differential housing
b. Differential carrier
c. Differential case
d. Axle housing
Ans: d
15. The outer end of the axle is supported by a
a. Spring seat
b. Sleeve bearing
c. Housing bracket
d. Ball or roller bearing
Ans: d
16. When the axle is pulled the bearing
a. Stays in the housing
b. Stays in the differential
c. Comes out with it
Ans: a
17. In the differential the ring gear is bolted to the
a. Differential housing
b. Differential case
c. Axle housing
d. Drive pinion
Ans: b
18. The slip joint permits a change in the
a. Length of shaft
b. Speed of rotation
c. Angle of drive
Ans: a
19. The centre part of a typical universal joint is called the
a. Trunnion
b. Joint
c. Bearing
d. Spider
Ans: d
20. To take care of the difference in the driving angle as rear axle moves up and down, the prop
has
one or more
a. Slip joint
b. Elbow joint
c. Release joint
d. Universal joints
Ans: d
21. In the modern differential, the type of gearing used for the drive pinion and ring gear is
a. Spur
b. Spiral bevel
c. Hypoid
Ans: c
22. The propeller shaft has one or more
a. Spur gears
b. Elbow joints
c. Universal joints
d. Fluid couplings
Ans: c
23. There is a tendency for the rear axle housing to rotate in a direction opposite to the directio
rear
wheels and this effect is due to
a. The torque tube
b. Acceleration
c. Rear end torque
Ans: c
24. In the slip joint, slippage occurs between internally and externally mated
a. Couplings
b. joints
c. Splines
Ans: c
25. If a noise is present in a differential only when the car moves past a curve, the chances are t
trouble
is due to some fault in
a. Drive pinion assembly
b. Differential case assembly
c. Wheel bearing
Ans: b
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26. In the differential to correct for heavy face contact on the drive gear teeth, it is necessary to
a. Drive pinion in
b. Drive pinion out
c. Drive gear out and then adjust backlash
Ans: a
27. In the differential, to correct for heavy flank contact on the drive gear teeth, it is necessary t
a. Drive pinion in
b. Drive pinion out
c. Drive gear out and then adjust back lash
Ans: c
28. In the differential, to correct for heavy heel contact on the drive gear teeth, it is necessary t
a. Drive pinion in
b. Drive gear towards pinion
c. Drive gear away from pinion and adjust back lash
Ans: a
29. In the differential, to correct for heavy toe contact on the drive gear teeth, it is necessary to
a. Drive gear towards pinion
b. Drive pinion gear away from pinion
c. Drive pinion out and adjust back lash
Ans: c
30. The drive gear in the differential is adjusted by use of
a. Selective washers of proper thickness
b. Adjustment nuts
c. Adjustment screws
Ans: a
31. The type of rear axle in which the wheel end is supported by bearings inside the axle housin
a. Semi floating axle
b. Three-quarter floating axle
c. Full-floating axle
Ans: a
32. The two basic types of axle are
a. Dead and floating
b. Dead and live
c. Floating and semi floating
Ans: b
33. In the differential, the ring gear is bolted to the
a. Differential housing
b. Differential case
c. Drive pinion
d. Axle shaft
Ans: b
34. In the Hotchkiss drive, the rear end torque is absorbed by the
a. Torque tube
b. Rear springs
c. Radius rods
Ans: b
35. The universal joint permits a change in the
a. Length of the shaft
b. Speed of rotation
c. Angle of drive
Ans: c
36. To correct heavy heel contact on the ring gear teeth, move the
a. Drive pinion in
b. Ring gear towards pinion
c. Ring gear away from pinion and adjust backlash
Ans: a
37. Propeller shaft includes
a. Universal joint
b. Knee joint
c. Slip joint
Ans: a
38. A humming noise in the differential is often caused by improper tooth contact between the
a. Drive pinion &amp; ring gear
b. Axle and side gear
c. Pinion and side gears
Ans: a
39. Axle shaft of the three-quarter floating axle is subjected to
a. Bending stress only
b. Torsional stress only
c. Bending and torsional stress
d. Torsional stress and stress due to axial force during cornering
Ans: b
40. Whirling of the propeller shafts is mainly due to
a. The transmission of torsional vibration of the crankshaft
b. The use of a sliding joint in the propeller shaft
c. The use of universal joints in the drive
d. Lack of balance and excessive length of propeller shaft
Ans: d
41. In a vehicle with dual rear axle, the wheel base is measured from the
a. Axis of the front wheel to the nearest rear wheel axis
b. Axis of the front wheel to the farthest rear wheel axis
c. Rear of cab to farthest rear wheel axis
d. Axis of the front wheel to an axis midway between the axes of rear wheels
Ans: c
42. The axle shaft of a semi floating rear axle is subjected to
a. Axial thrust only
b. Axial thrust and bending stress
c. Torsional stress only
d. Bending, torsional stresses and end thrust
Ans: d
43. Differential mechanism at the axle is provided mainly to
a. Enable the vehicle go round corners
b. Equalize the division of torque between the two wheels c. To provide a reduction ratio
d. To turn the drive through a right angle
Ans: a
44. De Dion axle is usually
a. Used at the front of heavy vehicles
b. A kind of axle in which the differential and final drive gears are supported in the frame
c. A two speed axle drive suited for heavy vehicles
d. The popular drive for 2 wheeler
Ans: b
45. Spur gear type of differential is unsuitable for passenger car applications because
a. It results in a very costly rear axle assembly
b. The large transmission losses due to spur gears
c. Large dimension of final drive housing resulting in reduced ground clearance
d. Centre of gravity of the vehicle is raised
Ans: d
46. Floating axles are classified on the basis of
a. The amount of torque transmitted
b. Depending upon their location whether at front or rear
c. Depending on the nature of forces like torsional vertical and lateral to which they are subject
d. Purely on the basis of type and number of bearings used at the work
Ans: c
47. Which of the following layouts is not used in motor vehicles?
a. Front engine front drive
b. Front engine rear drive
c. Rear engine front drive
d. Rear engine rear drive
Ans: c
48. The most popular drive at the drive axle for the passenger car is
a. Straight bevel gear
b. Spiral bevel gear
c. Worm gear drive
d. Hypoid drive
Ans: d
49. The drive line consists of the propeller shaft with
a. Drive and universal joints
b. Universal joints and slip joints
Ans: b
50. In the differential the ring gear is attached to the
a. Bevel gear
b. Drive gear
c. Differential case
d. Propeller shaft
Ans: c

1. In a differential with a gear ratio of 4 : 1 the drive pinion would revolve four
times to cause the ring gear to rotate
(a) 1 time
(b) 2 times
(c) 4 times
(d) 6 times
Ans: a

2. More often, the condition that draws attention to trouble in the differential is

(a) Rough operation

(b) Noise
(c) Power loss
Ans: a
3. To correct heavy toe contact on ring gear teeth, move the
(a) Ring gear towards pinion
(b) Ring gear away from pinion
(c) Drive pinion out and back lash
Ans: c
4. On a straight road, the ring gear
(a) Rotates at the same speed as wheels
(b) Rotates faster than wheels
(c) Rotates slower than wheels
(d) Does not rotate
Ans: a

5. In a passenger car a typical arrangement of braking with drum brakes will be

(a) Two leading shoes at front and leading &amp; trailing at rear
(b) All the wheels having leading and trailing shoes
(c) All the wheels having two leading shoes
(d) Front leading and trailing, rear two leading shoes
Ans: b
6. Brake efficiency is a term which denotes
(a) Efficiency of the braking system as a whole
(b) Efficiency of the braking linings
(c) The deceleration as percentage of gravity
(d) Efficiency of the operating linkage
Ans: c
7. The most widely used brakes are operated
(a) Electrically
(b) Hydraulically
(c) By air pressure
(d) By vacuum
Ans: b

8. As a rule when comparing the front and rear wheel cylinder pistons it will be found that the p

front wheel cylinders are

(a) The same size
(b) Smaller in diameter
(c) Larger in diameter
Ans: c
9. The type of braking system referred to as power brake, makes use of
(a) Electromagnets
(b) Compressed air
(c) Vacuum
Ans: b
10. In the vacuum suspended system, the brakes are applied when
(a) Atmospheric pressure is applied to one side of the diaphragm
(b) Vacuum is applied to both sides of diaphragm
(c) Atmospheric pressure is applied to both sides of the diaphragm
Ans: a
11. In the atmospheric suspended system the brakes are applied when
(a) Vacuum is applied to both sides of the diaphragm
(b) Atmospheric pressure is applied to both sides of the diaphragm
(c) Atmospheric pressure is applied to one side of the diaphragm
Ans: a
12. In a vacuum suspended unit, when the brakes are on, the piston or diaphragm has on both s

(a) Atmospheric pressure

(b) Vacuum
(c) Hydraulic pressure
Ans: a
13. The function of the relay valve in a compressed air brake system is to
(a) Limit the maximum pressure reached in brake chambers
(b) Relieve air pressure in brake chambers when it reaches a maximum value
(c) Reduce the effort required at the brake pedal

(d) Speed up the supply of air to brake chambers located at a distance from brake valve

Ans: a
14. In the hydraulic braking system, the piston in the master cylinder is connected by mechanica
the
(a) Wheel cylinders
(b) Brake shoes
(c) Brake pedal
(d) Wheel pedal
Ans: c

15. In the hydraulic braking system, the movement of the pistons in the wheel cylinder is transm

brake shoes by
(a) Actuating pins
(b) Springs
(c) Cables
(d) Trunnion
(e) Joints
Ans: a

16. Two general types of vacuum assisted power brakes are (a) Vacuum suspended and power s

(b) Integral and pressure suspended

(c) Atmospheric suspended and vacuum suspended
Ans: c

17. In the integral type of power brake, the diaphragm acts directly on the hydraulic piston in th

(a) Master cylinder

(b) Wheel cylinder
(c) Multiplier unit
Ans: a

18. In the multiplier type of brake, the diaphragm acts directly on the hydraulic piston in the

(a) Master cylinder

(b) Wheel cylinder
(c) Multiplier unit
Ans: c

19. In the power assisted type of brake the bellows applies force to the master cylinder piston

(a) Through diaphragm linkage

(b) Directly
(c) Through mechanical linkage
Ans: c
20. In the air brake, air pressure is supplied by
(a) Engine manifold
(b) A compressor
(c) The diaphragm valve
Ans: b

21. Power brakes in general operate making use of the pressure differential between the vacuum

intake manifold and

(a) Compressed air
(b) Atmospheric pressure
(c) Venturi vacuum
Ans: b
22. In the multiplier power brake system, movement of the brake pedal
(a) Increases the hydraulic pressure which actuates the control valve
(b) Actuates the valve in the bellows through linkage

(c) Actuates the valve to admit atmospheric pressure to one side of the diaphragm

Ans: c
23. In the power assisted brake system, movement of the brake pedal
(a) Increases the hydraulic pressure which actuates the control valve
(b) Actuates the valve in the bellows through linkage

(c) Actuates the valve to admit atmospheric pressure to one side of the diaphragm

Ans: c
24. The metal used for the brake drum is
(a) Aluminium alloy
(b) Cast steel
(c) Pressed steel
(d) Cast iron
Ans: d
25. Bleeding of brakes means
(a) Filling the master cylinder with brake oil
(b) Adjusting the brake shoe
(c) Removing air between master cylinder and each wheel unit
Ans: c
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26. In trucks the system of wheel braking employed is
(a) Mechanical
(b) Hydraulic
(c) Pneumatic
Ans: c
27. In jeeps we use
(a) Mechanical brakes
(b) Hydraulic brakes
(c) Air brakes
Ans: b

28. In a vacuum type servo-assisted brake system, vacuum is available in &#8230;&#8230;.. is m

(a) Exhaust manifold

(b) Combustion chamber
(c) Water jackets
(d) Inlet manifold
Ans: d

29. The approximate ratio of effort applied : effort available from servo system is (a) 1:1

(b) 3:1
(c) 1:4
(d) 10:1
Ans: b

30. Due to continuous running on a hot day the temperature of the braking fluid will increase, h

braking torque is applied on brake shoes, to avoid this a small quantity of fluid will be allowed to

into the master cylinder through

(a) Intake port
(b) Exhaust port
(c) Secondary port
Ans: c
31. As the load on the vehicle increase it demands
(a) Increased braking torque
(b) Decreased braking torque
(c) Same braking torque
Ans: a
32. In the hydraulic brake system, the movement of a piston in the master cylinder produces hyd

pressure which causes movement of

(a) Brake shoe
(b) Brake pedal
(c) Brake cam
Ans: a
33. In the case of brake linings saturants and bonding materials are used to
(a) Facilitate moulding and curing of brake linings
(b) To improve the heat dissipating capacity of linings
(c) To give a constant coefficient of friction up to 800 C
(d) To make the lining material impervious to moisture and oil and to ensure a steady coefficient
up to 3000 C
Ans: a
34. Brake lining area required for shoe brakes for trucks is mainly based on
(a) Average truck speed
(b) Frequency of brake applications
(c) Gross vehicle weight
(d) Material used for brake drums
Ans: c
35. The working fluid normally used in hydraulic brake systems is
(a) High speed diesel oil along with alcohol
(b) SAE 20 oil with anti-corrosion additives
(c) A mixture of vegetable oil and SAE 10 oil
(d) A solution of castor oil in alcohol along with neutralizer
Ans: d
36. Movement of the brake pedal forces brake fluid from the master brake cylinder through bra
into the
(a) Brake shoes
(b) Wheel cylinders
(c) Brakes cables
(d) Pedal rod
Ans: b
37. During braking the brake shoe is moved outward to press against the
(a) Wheel piston or cylinder
(b) Brake lining
(c) Brake drum or disc
(d) Wheel rim or axle
Ans: c
38. In the hydraulic brake system, movement of a piston in the master cylinder produces hydrau
which causes movement of the
(a) Wheel cylinder pistons
(b) Brake pedal
(c) Brake cam
Ans: a
39. The radius of a pneumatic tyre is
(a) The radius of unloaded fully inflated tyre
(b) The height of centre of tyre from the ground when it is loaded

(c) Imaginary radius found by measuring the distance per revolution of the loaded tyre

(d) It is fixed radius, based on the dimensions of the tyre

Ans: a
40. For a through inspection a tyre should be
(a) On the car
(b) On the wheel
(c) Off the wheel
(d) Inflated
Ans: d
41. If a tube of large size than required is installed in a tyre then
(a) The tyre will over expand
(b) The tyre and tube will not fit the rim
(c) The tube will overlap and wear
Ans: c
42. Of the four tyres on a car, the one that wears most is the
(a) Right front tyre
(b) Right rear tyre
(c) Left front tyre
(d) Left rear tyre
Ans: b

43. To equalize tyre wear, it is suggested that tyres be rotated from one wheel to another every

(a) 80 kms
(b) 8000 kms
(c) 800 kms
Ans: b
44. The distance between dual tyres of vehicles is to be correctly spaced to
(a) Ensure proper distribution of load between dual wheels
(b) Reduce over-steering effect
(c) Reduce the slippage between tyre and road while taking a turn
(d) Ensure effective braking
Ans: c
45. When an automobile takes a tum to avoid the skidding and over turning
(a) Each wheel will roll independently
(b) Front two wheels will have a common centre during a turning
(c) All the 4 wheels will roll on arcs having a common centre
Ans: b
46. Wheels must be balanced
(a) On the car only
(b) Either on or off the car
(c) Off the car only
Ans: c
47. Weight can be attached to wheel rim to correct
(a) Wheel alignment
(b) Wheel run out
(c) Wheel balance
Ans: c
48. Toe out on turns
(a) Is adjusted by shims
(b) Is adjusted by changing the effective length of the tie rods
(c) Cannot be adjusted
Ans: c
49. Caster is defined as the inclination of
(a) Front wheel to the vertical
(b) The king pin axis in the fore and aft plane
(c) The king pin axis in the transverse vertical plane
(d) The axis of stub axle to the horizontal
Ans: b
50. The Ackermann steering layout
(a) Makes for safer driving
(b) Enables the driver to feel ahead position
(c) Gives minimum tyre wear
(d) Reduces load on the kingpins and stub axle
Ans: a

Etm mcq
1. Two door and four door type automobiles are classified as
a) Sedan
b) Convertible
c) Special purpose vehicles
d) Pick ups
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: 2 door and 4 door type vehicles are classified as Sedan.

2. Which of these falls under LMV(Light Motor Vehicle) category based on

capacity?
a) Motorbikes
b) Cars
c) Buses
d) Trains
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: Cars and jeeps are Light Motor Vehicles based on their capacity.

3. Most of the ______________ vehicles have automatic transmission.

a) Indian
b) Japanese
c) American
d) British
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: Most american vehicles are of automatic transmission type.

4. A delivery van falls under the category of which type of vehicles.

a) Heavy passenger vehicles
b) Light passenger vehicles
c) Heavy goods vehicles
d) Light goods vehicles
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: A delivery van is a light goods vehicle.

5. Load per axle for a vehicle can be reduced by which of the following methods.
a) By increasing distance between the axles
b) By increasing the number of tyres
c) By increasing the number of axles
d) By decreasing the length of an axle
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: Load per axle can be reduced by increasing the number of axles.

6. Abbreviation HEVs stands for what

a) Highly Efficient Vehicles
b) Hybrid Electric Vehicles
c) Highly Economic Vehicles
d) Highly Engineered Vehicles
View Answer
 Answer: b
Explanation: Hybrid Electric Vehicles are also known as HEVs.

7. Abbreviation SUVs stands for what

a) Supply Unit Vehicles
b) Sub-urban Utility Vehicles
c) Short Urban Vehicles
d) Super Utility Vehicles
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: SUVs stands for Sub-urban Utility Vehicles.

8. A Cabriolet is a convertible car with how many seats

a) 2
b) 6
c) 4
d) 8
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: A four seater convertible car is also known as a Cabriolet.

9. BMW is a leading German engine and automobile manufacturing company.

Here BMW is an abbreviation for
a) British Motor Works
b) Bayerische Motoren Werke
c) Bayerische Machine Werke
d) Bright Motor Works
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: The full form of BMW is Bayerische Motoren Werke.

10. Which one of these is a Sports car?

a) Honda S2000
b) Mercedes-Benz S-Class
c) Audi A6
d) Porsche 911
View Answer

Answers: d
1. The transmission system transmits _________ from engine to wheels.
a) Speed
b) Power
c) Current
d) Pressure
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: The basic function of the transmission system is to transmit
power from engine to wheels.

2. Which of the following is not a part of the transmission system

a) Clutch
b) Axles
c) Wheels
d) Gear box
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: Wheels are considered a part of the automobile chassis.

3. The loads supported by an automobile frame are

a) Weight of the body, passengers and cargo loads
b) Torque from engine and transmission
c) Sudden impacts from collisions
d) All of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Supporting all the above mentioned loads is a basic function of
an automobile frame.

4. An automobile chassis does not include which one of the following parts
a) Shock absorbers
b) Steering system
c) Differential
d) Brakes
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: A ‘differential’ is a component of the transmission system.
5. The electrical system of an automobile contains which of the following
a) Battery
b) Alternators
c) Lighting systems
d) All of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Battery, alternators and lighting systems are the major electrical
components of an automobile.

6. Which of these were or are used in automobiles to provide suspension.

a) Leaf springs
b) Coil springs
c) Torsion bars
d) All of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: All the three mentioned are types of suspension systems.

7. What are ‘Air Dams’

a) Spoilers at the front of a vehicle
b) Spoilers at the rear of a vehicle
c) Spoilers at the sides of a vehicle
d) Spoilers at the top of a vehicle
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Spoilers at the front of a vehicle are known as Air Dams.

8. What are ‘Wings’ of a vehicle

a) Spoilers at the front of a vehicle
b) Spoilers at the rear of a vehicle
c) Spoilers at the sides of a vehicle
d) Spoilers at the top of a vehicle
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: Spoilers located at the rear of a vehicle are known as Wings.

9. The lid that covers the engine top in a car and situated at the front is called
________
a) Gill
b) Softtop
c) Bonnet
d) Spoiler
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The hinged lid covering the engine is called ‘Bonnet’ or ‘hood’.

10. An upraised part on the hood which directs the air flow into the engine
compartment is called
a) Spoiler
b) Hotpipe
c) Hood scoop
d) Wings
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: Hood scoop makes a channel of air to flow into the engine
compartment.

11. Why ‘Bumpers’ are used in cars

a) To reduce the impact in case of low speed collisions
b) To improve the aerodynamics of a car
c) To increase the engine performance
d) None of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Bumpers reduce the impact of collision and save the passengers
from getting injured.

12. The central portion of the wheel is called

a) Rim
b) Scale
c) Hub
d) Axle
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The central portion of the wheel is called ‘hub’.
13. A _____ is a horizontal surface at the back of a car and serves as a lid to the
trunk.
a) Trunktop
b) Deck
c) Hood
d) Backlight
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: The component that serves as a lid on the trunk is called ‘Deck’.

14. A ‘bucket seat’ can accomodate how many persons

a) One
b) Two
c) Four
d) None of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: A bucket seat can accomodate only a single passenger.

15. ‘Head restraints’ are an

a) Automotive style feature
b) Automotive safety feature
c) Automotive performance feature
d) None of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: b

1. What is actual power delivered by the engine known as?

a) Shaft power
b) Horse power
c) Brake power
d) None of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The power delivered by the engine is called brake power.

2. If ‘T’ is torque(in Nm) and ‘N’ is speed(in rpm) then the required expression for
Brake power ‘B.P’ in kWs is
a) 2πNT/6000
b) 2πNT/60000
c) πNT/6000
d) πNT/60000
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: The required expression is B.P = 2πNT/60000.

3. The torque available at the contact between road and driving wheel is called
a) Brake power
b) Friction power
c) Tractive effort
d) Engine torque
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The torque between road and wheel is called tractive effort.

4. If ‘V’ is vehicle speed(in metres/min) and ‘R’ is radius of driving wheel(in

metres) then the rpm of the driving wheel is given by
a) rpm = V/2πR
b) rpm = 2πV/R
c) rpm = πR/V
d) rpm = πV/R
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: The rpm of the driving wheel can be expressed as rpm = V/2πR.

5. Which of these is not a power loss which takes place between engine and
driving wheel
a) Power loss due to friction of piston bearings and gears
b) Power loss from clutch to drive wheel due to friction of various parts
c) Transmission line loss
d) None of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: All the above mentioned losses are encountered while
transmission of power.

6. The force that opposes the motion of a vehicle is

a) Rolling resistance
b) Gradient resistance
c) Wind or air resistance
d) All of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Rolling resistance, gradient resistance and air resistance all
oppose the motion of a vehicle.

7. Rolling resistance doesnot depend on which of the following factors

a) Load on each road wheel
b) Radius of driving wheel
c) Wheel inflation pressure
d) Nature of road surface
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: Rolling resistance does not depend on radius of driving wheel.

8. For an average type of road surface what percentage of vehicle’s weight

constitutes rolling resistance
a) 5 to 10%
b) 1 to 2%
c) 2 to 5%
d) 0 to 3%
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: On an average road surface rolling resistance is 1 to 2% of
vehicle’s weight.

9. Wind or air resistance depends on which of the following factors

a) Shape and size of vehicle body
b) Air velocity
c) Speed of vehicle
d) All of the mentioned
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Air resistance on a vehicle depends on all the above mentioned
factors.
10. If ‘k’ is coefficient of air resistance, ‘A’ is frontal area projected by the vehicle
in square metres and ‘V’ is vehicle speed(in km/h) then the expession for air
resistance ‘A.R’ on the vehicle is
a) A.R = k*A*V^2
b) A.R = k*A*V^3
c) A.R = 2k*A*V
d) A.R = k*A*V
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: The correct expression for air resistance is A.R = k*A*V 2.

11. The value of coefficient of air resistance for average cars is approximately
equal to
a) 0.32
b) 0.032
c) 0.0032
d) 1.32
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: For average cars, value of coefficient of air resistance is approx
0.0032.

12. One Horse Power(H.P) is approximately equal to _____ Watts.

a) 810
b) 545
c) 634
d) 746
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: 1 H.P = 746 Watts.

13. Gradient resistance for a vehicle depends on which of the following factors
a) Weight of the vehicle
b) Size of the vehicle
c) Width of tyres
d) Speed of the vehicle
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Gradient resistance depends on weight of the vehicle.
14. Power to weight ratio for high performance cars can range upto
a) 150
b) 190
c) 230
d) 280
View Answer

Answer: c

1. If there are 7 clutch plates in a multi-plate clutch, what is the number of pair of
contact surfaces?
a) 5
b) 4
c) 6
d) 8
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: If ‘n’ is the no. of clutch plates in a multi-plate clutch, then,
number of pairs of contact surfaces = ‘n-1’. Therefore no. clutches plates = 7 –
1 = 6.

2. External diameter of the clutch facing is limited to 120 mm and the inner
diameter may be assumed to be 0.3 times the external diameter. Assume
uniform wear theory. What is the effective mean radius?
a) 68
b) 58
c) 98
d) 78
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: External diameter = 120 mm. Given Internal diameter =
0.3*external diameter = 0.3 * 120 = 36 mm. Effective mean diameter = (120 +
36) / 2 = 78 mm ⇒ Effective mean radius = 39 mm.

3. The clutch plate has 160 mm inside and 240 mm outside diameter. The total
force provided by the springs is 5 kN, when the clutch is new. The coefficient of
friction is 0.4. What is the torque transmitted?
a) 300 Nm
b) 350 Nm
c) 400 Nm
d) 450 Nm
View Answer
 Answer: c
Explanation: inside radius = 80 mm, outside radius = 120 mm ⇒ Effective mean
radius = R = (80 + 120) / 2 = 100 mm. Let W = 5 kN = 5000 N and μ = coefficient
of friction = 0.4. Torque transmitted = 2 * μ * W * R = 2 * 0.4 * 5000 * 100 =
400 * 103 Nmm = 400 Nm.

4. Which of the following contains no linkage between the clutch and the pedal?
a) Clutch – by – wire
b) Wet clutch
c) Hydraulic single plate clutch
d) Hydraulic multi-plate clutch
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: In clutch – by – wire system, there is no mechanical linkage
between the clutch and the pedal. The ECU and the actuator control the clutch
pedal.

5. Where is the clutch located?

a) Between transmission and engine
b) Between transmission and rear axle
c) Between transmission and propeller shaft
d) Between transmission and differential
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: The clutch is in the middle of transmission and engine. So that
torque can be transmitted from engine to the transmission whenever
required.

6. Which of the following parts of the cover assembly that hold the pressure
plate against the clutch plate?
a) Springs
b) Thrust bearings
c) Struts
d) Lever
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Springs hold the pressure plate against the clutch plate so that
pressure can be exerted against the clutch plate and better power
transmission can be obtained.
7. Which of the following is the coefficient of friction of the clutch plate?
a) 1.3
b) 0.8
c) 0.4
d) 0.1
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The coefficient of friction is always less than 1. Most commonly
used material for the clutch plate is ceramic in case of racing cars, heavy loads,
etc.

8. Which of the following is the disadvantage of the cone clutch?

a) It becomes difficult to disengage the clutch when the cone angle is less than
20°
b) It is silent in operation
c) The normal force on the contact surface is larger than the axial force
d) Same torque can be transmitted for the same size as the plate clutch
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: When the cone angle of the cone clutch is less than 20° than the
male part of the clutch join the female part and it difficult to disengage the
clutch.

9. The external radius of the cone clutch is 120 mm and the internal radius is 80
mm. The cone angle is kept at 20°. What is the effective mean radius assuming
the uniform wear theory?
a) 292 mm
b) 295 mm
c) 100 mm
d) 150 mm
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: ri = 80 mm, r0 = 120 mm and θ = 20°. Effective mean radius = (r i +
ro) / (2*Sin(θ)) = (80 + 120) / (2 * Sin(20°)) = 292.3 mm.

10. The dry clutch can tolerate longer engagement time than a wet clutch.
a) True
b) False
View Answer

Answer: b
1. Which of the following is the need of the gearbox?
a) To vary the speed of the vehicle
b) To vary the torque of the vehicle
c) To vary the power of the vehicle
d) To vary the acceleration of the vehicle
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: The purpose of the gearbox is to give means so that the torque
can be varied as required between the engine and the road wheels.

2. In which type of manual transmission the double-declutching is used?

a) Constant-mesh gearbox
b) Sliding mesh gearbox
c) Synchromesh gearbox
d) Epicyclical gearbox
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: The double-declutching is used in the constant-mesh gearbox.
For the smooth engagement of the dog clutch, the speed of the main shaft
and layshaft should be the same.

3. In which of the gearbox all gears are always in contact?

a) Constant-mesh gearbox
b) Sliding mesh gearbox
c) Synchromesh gearbox
d) Epicyclical gearbox
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: In constant mesh gearbox, all gears on the layshaft and main
shaft are in contact all the time. For selecting gear, the dog clutch is used.

4. In which of the gearbox sun and planet gear set is used?

a) Constant-mesh gearbox
b) Sliding mesh gearbox
c) Synchromesh gearbox
d) Epicyclical gearbox
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: In epicyclic gearbox, the sun and planet gears are used. Using this
 arrangement various gear ratios can be obtained. Also, this type of gearbox is
compact in design than other types of gearbox.

5. Where is the overdrive located?

a) Between transmission and engine
b) Between transmission and rear axle
c) Between transmission and propeller shaft
d) Between transmission and differential
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The overdrive is used to increase the gear ratio of the vehicle. It
used where the high speed is needed at relatively low engine speed. By using
overdrive, the wear of the engine parts is less and decreases the vibration and
noise.

6. Which of the following is not part of automatic transmission?

a) Epicyclic gearbox
b) Torque convertor
c) Multi-plate clutch
d) Sliding mesh gearbox
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: The automatic transmission consists of the epicyclic gearbox,
torque convertor, and multi-plate clutch. The sliding mesh gearbox is a type of
manual transmission.

7. In which of the configuration of epicyclic gearbox output will be forward and

fast output speed?
a) Sun gear stationary, ring gear driven, planet carrier driving
b) Sun gear driving, ring gear driven, planet carrier stationary
c) Sun gear driven, ring gear stationary, planet carrier driving
d) Sun gear stationary, ring gear stationary, planet carrier driving
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: When the Sun gear is stationary, the planet carrier is driving and
the ring gear is driven then output is forward and fast speed. When any two of
the three are stationary then we get the direct drive.

8. Which types of gears are used in constant mesh gearbox?

a) Spur gear
b) Helical gear
c) Bevel gear
d) Worm gear
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: As the gears are always in mesh in the constant-mesh gearbox,
therefore there is no need for using the spur gears and the helical gears are
used as those are quite in use.

9. Why are the helical gears used commonly in transmission over spur gears?
a) Low cost and high strength
b) Low noise level and high strength
c) Low noise level and economy
d) Low noise level and low cost
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: The teeth profile on the helical gear is at an angle to the axis of
the gear because of which helical gears produce less noise during operation
and also they have high strength.

10. Increase of torque in a vehicle is obtained by decreasing power.

a) True
b) False
View Answer

Answer: b

1. Which types of joints are used when the shafts are inclined?
a) Universal joint
b) Hinge joint
c) Ball and socket joint
d) Pivot joint
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Universal joint is used when the shafts are inclined and
intersecting. It is very compact in design and simple in construction. It is very
effective at small angles of propeller shaft movement.

2. The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 25° to each other. These
two shafts are connected by Hook’s joint. At which position of the drives shaft
velocity ratio will be maximum?
a) 90°, 270°
b) 0°, 180°
c) 180°, 270°
d) 90°, 180°
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: (ωB / ωA) = (cos α) / (1 – cos2θ sin2α) where A = driving shaft and B
= driven shaft and α is the angle between shaft A and shaft B. θ is the angle
through which the shaft A rotates. Velocity ratio is maximum when θ = nπ
where n = 1, 2, 3, …… i.e. θ = θ° or 180°.

3. Which of the following is the disadvantage of the open differential?

a) High in cost
b) Not reliable
c) Complex design
d) Sends most of the power to the wheel having less traction
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: The major disadvantage of the open differential in that it
transfers the power to the wheel even if it is on a slippery road. That’s why it is
not used in off driving cars.

4. Why do the hypoid gears require special lubricant?

a) Teeth are soft
b) Teeth are hard
c) Gears run faster
d) There is relative motion between teeth
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Hypoid gears require special lubricant because of the extreme
pressure between the teeth. The sliding motion of the teeth is effective due to
the use of special lubricant.

5. The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 30° to each other. These
two shafts are connected by Hook’s joint. At which position of the drives shaft
velocity ratio will be minimum?
a) 90°, 270°
b) 0°, 180°
c) 180°, 270°
d) 90°, 180°
View Answer
 Answer: a
Explanation: (ωB / ωA) = (cos α) / (1 – cos2θ sin2α) where A = driving shaft and B
= driven shaft and α is the angle between shaft A and shaft B. θ is the angle
through which the shaft A rotates. Velocity ratio is minimum when θ = m&pi/2
where m = 1, 3, 5, …… i.e. θ = 90° or 270°.

6. Where is the differential located?

a) Between transmission and rear axle
b) Between engine and transmission
c) Between two propeller shaft
d) Between steering wheel and steering column
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: The differential used to incorporate the speed of the rear wheels
and front wheels during turning. It is located between the transmission and
rear axle.

7. The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 35° to each other. These
two shafts are connected by Hook’s joint. At which position of the drives shaft
velocity ratio will not be unity?
a) 42.145°
b) 222.145°
c) 317.85°
d) 141.52°
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: (ωB / ωA) = (cos α) / (1 – cos2θ sin2α) where A = driving shaft and B
= driven shaft and α is the angle between shaft A and shaft B. θ is the angle
through which the shaft A rotates. Velocity ratio is unity when tanθ = ± cosα−
−−−√=±cos35−−−−−√ = ± 0.90 i.e. θ = 42.145°, 222.145°, 317.85°, and
137.85°.

8. What is the need of the universal joint?

a) To change inclination
b) To bend sideways
c) To transfer torque at an angle
d) To change length
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The universal joint transfers the torque to two intersecting shafts.
 One or two universal joints are used depending upon the type of rear-drive
used.

9. The axes of the two shafts are intersecting and are at 35° to each other. These
two shafts are connected by Hook’s joint. At which position of the drives shaft
acceleration will be maximum?
a) 68.4°
b) 96.1°
c) 225.5°
d) 330.7°
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: (ωB / ωA) = (cos α) / (1 – cos2θ sin2α) where A = driving shaft and B
= driven shaft and α is the angle between shaft A and shaft B. θ is the angle
through which the shaft A rotates. Acceleration will be maximum when cos2θ
= (2 sin2α) / (2 – sin2α) =(2 sin240°) / (2 – sin240°) = 0.5207 i.e. 2θ = 58.62 i.e. θ =
29.31°, 180° – 29.31° = 150.69°, 180° + 29.31° = 209.31°, 360° – 29.31° =
330.69°

10. A two-piece propeller shaft requires one universal joint.

a) True
b) False
View Answer

Answer: b

1. The front axle of a car has pivot centers 1.3 m apart. The angle of inside lock is
40℃ and the angle of the outside lock is 35℃. What is the wheelbase of the car?
a) 5.5 m
b) 3.5 m
c) 4.5 m
d) 6.5
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: For correct steering, cot α – cot θ = c / b where c = pivot center, b
= wheelbase, α = angle of outside lock, and θ = angle of inside lock. Cot α – Cot
θ = c / b ⇒ Cot 35 – Cot 40 = 1.3 / b ⇒ b = 5.49 m.

2. If the wheelbase, the pivot center, and wheel track of the are 2.5 m, 1.1 m, and
1.3 m respectively. The angle of the inside lock is 42℃. What is the circle radius
of the outer front wheel?
a) 2.6 m
b) 3.6 m
c) 4.6 m
d) 1.6 m
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Answer: b
Explanation: b = wheelbase = 2.5 m, c = pivot center = 1.1 m, a = wheel track =
1.3 m, and θ = angle of inside lock = 42℃. For the inner front wheel, radius
=bsinθ–a–c2=2.5sin42–1.3–1.12 = 3.6 m

3. What is the angle between the steering axis and the vertical in the plane of the
wheel?
a) Castor
b) Camber
c) Steering axis inclination
d) Kingpin inclination
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Castor is the angle between the steering axis and the vertical in
the plane of the wheel. Positive castor improves the straight-line stability of
the car.

4. If the front of the front wheels is inside and rear of front wheels are apart
when the vehicle is at rest, then the configuration is called?
a) Toe-in
b) Toe out
c) Positive camber
d) Positive castor
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Toe-in is the amount by which the front wheels are set closer
together at the front than at the rear when the vehicle is stationary. Toe-in
provided generally less than 3 mm.

5. What is the name of the angle through which the wheel has to turn to sustain
the side force?
a) Slip angle
b) Castor angle
c) Camber
d) Kingpin inclination
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 Answer: a
Explanation: The slip angle is the angle through which the wheel has to be
turned to sustain the side force on the wheel. The force produced due to this
which counters the side thrust is known as cornering force.

6. What is called the cornering force over the slip angle?

a) Castor trail
b) Cornering power
c) Self-righting torque
d) Pneumatic trail
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Answer: b
Explanation: The ratio of cornering force to the slip angle is called the
cornering power. The cornering power increases due to tire stiffness.

7. What is a condition called when the vehicle will try to move away from its
normal direction and to keep it on the right path there is need to steer a little?
a) Understeer
b) Oversteer
c) Reversibility
d) Irreversibility
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: When the slip angles of the front wheels are greater than those
for the rear wheels, the radius of the turn is increased. Due to which there is
the need to steer more than required which is called understeer.

8. What is the purpose of the reciprocating ball type steering gear?

a) To reduce the operating cost
b) To reduce the number of parts
c) To reduce the operating friction
d) To reduce the toe-out during the turns
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The reciprocating ball type steering gear serve the purpose of
reducing the friction and wear of the gear.

9. What is the angle between the vertical when the top of the wheel slants
outward?
a) Negative camber
b) Negative castor
c) Positive camber
d) Positive castor
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The angle between the vertical when the top of the wheel slants
outward is called positive camber. Positive camber will lead to decrease in
turning radius and thus lead to a decrease in the steering effort.

10. The furniture rollers are provided with negative castor.

a) True
b) False
View Answer

Answer: b

1. In a disc brake, which component provides the pad-to-disc adjustment?

a) Bleed screw
b) Piston
c) Caliper
d) Piston seal
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Piston seal provides the pad-to-disc adjustment in a disc brake.
When the brake is applied, the piston seal deforms.

2. What is the braking torque at leading shoe if resultant frictional force acts at a
distance of 250 mm from the brake drum center, coefficient of friction between
the shoe and the drum as 0.5, the free ends of the two shoes are pushed apart
with a force of 300 N which is acting at a distance of 320 mm from anchor, and
two shoes are anchored together 170 mm away from the brake drum center?
a) 276.6 Nm
b) 256.6 Nm
c) 266.6 Nm
d) 246.6 Nm
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: TL =W∗L∗μ∗RM−(μ∗R)=320∗300∗0.5∗250170−(0.5∗250) = 266666.66 Nmm
= 266.6 Nm where L is the distance at which the force acts from the anchor, W
is the force from the anchor, μ is the coefficient of friction, R is the distance of
resulting friction force from brake drum center, M is the distance between the
two anchors.
3. On what principle does the braking system in the car work?
a) Frictional force
b) Gravitational force
c) Magnetic force
d) Electric force
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Frictional force is the main force which acts and plays an
important role in the braking system. The disc pads get to rub against the
drum and which creates the friction and opposes the motion of the rotational
motion of the drum.

4. Generally which brakes are on the front wheels?

a) Drum brake
b) Disk brake
c) Shoe brake
d) Double shoe brake
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: Disk brakes are used usually on the front wheels. When the
brakes are applied the 70% of the weight is transferred to the front wheels.
Because of which the brakes on the front wear out faster.

5. If the car is moving on the level road at a speed of 50 km/h has a wheelbase 3
m, a distance of C.G. from ground 700 mm and distance from rear wheels is 1.1
m. Coefficient of friction is 0.7. What is the retardation if the brakes are applied
to the rear wheels?
a) 3.7 m/s2
b) 2.7 m/s2
c) 1.7 m/s2
d) 4.7 m/s2
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: When the brakes are applied on the rear wheels and the vehicle
is moving on the level road, a = μ∗g∗(L−x)L+μ∗h where ‘μ’ is the coefficient of
friction, ‘L’ is wheelbase, ‘x’ is a distance of C.G. from rear wheels, and ‘h’ is the
distance of the C.G. from the surface of the road. Therefore a
= 0.7∗9.81∗(3−1.1)3+(0.7∗0.7) = 3.7 m/s2.

6. If the car is moving on the level road at a speed of 50 km/h has a wheelbase 4
m, a distance of C.G. from ground 800 mm and distance from rear wheels is 1.2
m. Coefficient of friction is 0.8. What is the retardation if the brakes are applied
to the front wheels?
a) 3.4 m/s2
b) 2.4 m/s2
c) 1.4 m/s2
d) 4.4 m/s2
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: When the brakes are applied on the front wheels and the vehicle
is moving on the level road, a = μ∗g∗xL−μ∗h where ‘μ’ is the coefficient of
friction, ‘L’ is wheelbase, ‘x’ is a distance of C.G. from rear wheels, and ‘h’ is the
distance of the C.G. from the surface of the road. Therefore a
= 0.7∗9.81∗1.24−(0.8∗0.8) = 2.4 m/s2.

7. If the car is moving on the level road at a speed of 50 km/h has a wheelbase 4
m, a distance of C.G. from ground 800 mm and distance from rear wheels is 1.2
m. Coefficient of friction is 0.8. What is the retardation if the brakes are applied
to all wheels?
a) 7.8 m/s2
b) 6.8 m/s2
c) 5.8 m/s2
d) 4.8 m/s2
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: When the brakes are applied on all wheels and the vehicle is
moving on the level road, a = μ*g where ‘μ’ is the coefficient of friction, ‘L’ is
wheelbase, ‘x’ is a distance of C.G. from rear wheels, and ‘h’ is the distance of
the C.G. from the surface of the road. Therefore a = 0.8 * 9.81 = 7.8 m/s 2.

8. The car is moving up on the 12o inclined road with horizontal at 36 km/h
which is having wheelbase 1.4 m. The C.G. of the car is 0.9 m above the road. The
coefficient of friction is 0.7. What is the retardation of the car if the brakes are
applied to all the four wheels?
a) 8.75 m/s2
b) 8.81 m/s2
c) 7.71 m/s2
d) 6.81 m/s2
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: α is the inclination angle in degree = 12°, μ is the coefficient of
friction = 0.7. When the vehicle is moving up on the inclined road and brakes
 are applied to all four wheels than the retardation a = g*(μ*cosα + sinα) =
9.81*(0.7*cos12° + sin12°) = 8.75 m/s2.

9. The car is moving down on the 14° inclined road with horizontal at 36 km/h
which is having wheelbase 1.4 m. The C.G. of the car is 0.9 m above the road. The
coefficient of friction is 0.75. What is the retardation of the car if the brakes are
applied to all the four wheels?
a) 4.76 m/s2
b) 5.76 m/s2
c) 6.76 m/s2
d) 7.76 m/s2
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: α is the inclination angle in degree = 14° μ is the coefficient of
friction = 0.75. When the vehicle is moving down on the inclined road and
brakes are applied to all four wheels than the retardation a = g*(μ*cosα – sinα)
= 9.81*(0.75*cos14° – sin14°) = 4.76 m/s2.

10. The metering valve is used to proportion the braking effect between the front
and the rear axle.
a) True
b) False
View Answer

Answer: b

1. Which of the following statements is not correct with respect to alcohols as

alternate fuel?
a) Anti-knock characteristics of alcohol are poor
b) Alcohol contains about half the heat energy of gasoline/liter
c) Alcohol does not vaporize as easily as gasoline
d) Alcohols are corrosive in nature
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Alcohol is a high octane fuel. It has an anti-knock index number of
over 100. The engines which use the high octane fuel run more efficiently by
using higher compression ratios.

2. Why a small amount of gasoline is added to alcohol?

a) To reduce the emission
b) To increase the power output
c) To increase the power efficiency
d) To improve cold-weather starting
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: When a small amount of gasoline is added to alcohol, it improves
cold-weather starting. Alcohols have low energy content. This means that
almost twice as much alcohol as gasoline must be burned to give the same
energy input.

3. What is gasohol?
a) 90% ethanol + 10% gasoline
b) 10% ethanol + 90% gasoline
c) 40% ethanol + 60% gasoline
d) 50% ethanol + 50% gasoline
View Answer

Answer: b
Explanation: Gasohol is 10% ethanol and 90% gasoline. Gasohol is also known
for E10. E10 reduces the use of gasoline with no modification needed to the
automobile engine. E10 is basically an alcohol fuel with 90% gasoline added to
eliminate some of the problems of pure alcohol.

4. Which of the following is a disadvantage of hydrogen as a fuel in IC engine?

a) Storage is easy
b) Low NOx emissions
c) Detonating tendency
d) Easy handling
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The disadvantage of hydrogen fuel is that the detonating
tendency. The other disadvantages of hydrogen fuel are high NO x emissions
because of high flame temperature and difficult to refuel.

5. Which of the following is the advantage of the hydrogen as a fuel?

a) High volumetric efficiency
b) Low fuel cost
c) No HC and CO emissions
d) Relatively safe
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The advantage of hydrogen fuel is no hydrocarbon and CO
emissions. The most exhaust gases would be H2O and N2 and NOx.
6. What is the major disadvantage of LPG as a fuel in the automobile?
a) Reduction in the life of the engine
b) Less power compared to gasoline
c) Reduction in the life of the engine and less power compared to gasoline
d) Knocking tendency
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The major disadvantage of LPG is the reduction in the life of the
engine and less power compared to gasoline. The other disadvantage of LPG is
a special fuel feed system is required for liquid petroleum gas (LPG).

7. Why alcohols cannot be used in CI engines?

a) Alcohols have a high self-ignition temperature
b) The latent heat of vaporization is low
c) Alcohols have high self-ignition temperature and low latent heat of
vaporization
d) High efficiency
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: Alcohols have high self-ignition temperature and low latent heat
of vaporization. That is why they cannot be used in CI engines.

8. Which of the following is the major constituent of natural gas?

a) Methane
b) Ethane
c) Butane
d) Propane
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: Methane is the major constituent of natural gas. The composition
varies from place to place and from time to time. Natural gas is a mixture of
components, consisting, mainly of methane (65-95%) with small amounts of
other hydrocarbon fuel components.

9. Why methanol is not used in CI engine?

a) Its octane number is high
b) Its cetane number is low
c) Its octane number is high and the cetane number is low
d) Its octane number is low and the cetane number is high
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 Answer: c
Explanation: Methanol is not used in CI engines because of its high octane
number and low cetane number. Pure methanol and gasoline in various
percentages have been extensively tested in engines and vehicles for a
number of years.

10. What is octane number of natural gas?

a) 60-80
b) 80-100
c) >100
d) <60
View Answer

Answer: b

1. Which of the following is the knock sensor?

a) Flap type sensor
b) Thermocouples
c) Thermistors
d) Piezoelectric pickup
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: Piezoelectric pickup is the knock sensor. This sensor is mounted
on the cylinder block. Knock sensor system uses a sensor, which is
piezoelectric vibration pickup.

2. What is the use of the lambda sensors in the catalytic converter?

a) To keep excess air ratio within a range
b) To keep the flow rate of constant air
c) To keep the exhaust pressure constant
d) To keep the exhaust temperature constant
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: In catalytic convertor, the lambda sensors are used to keep
excess air ratio within a range. The catalytic converter is the emission control
device.

3. Where are the electro-optical sensors used?

a) Position and speed measurement
b) Piston temperature measurement
c) Cooling water flow measurement
d) Lubricating oil flow measurement
View Answer

Answer: a
Explanation: The electro-optical sensors can be used for position and speed
measurement. These devices can operate on high frequencies. Also, it can
detect fast-moving objects.

4. What is the main use of the strain gauge?

a) To measure viscosity
b) To measure velocity
c) To measure temperature
d) To measure pressure
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: The main use of the strain gauge is to measure pressure. In this
sensor, the conductor changes the dimension along with the member whose
strain is to be measured.

5. What is the use of the hot-wire sensor?

a) To measure temperature
b) To measure the smoke intensity
c) To measure the mass flow rate
d) To measure pressure
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: The hot-wire sensor is used to measure the mass flow rate. This
sensor is positioned between the air filter and the throttle valve.

6. What is the disadvantage of the piezoelectric pressure sensor?

a) It has too much sensitivity
b) It can measure only low pressure
c) It is not suitable for dynamic measurement
d) It can only give pressure difference
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Answer: d
Explanation: The disadvantage of the piezoelectric pressure sensor is that it
can only give the pressure difference. The advantages of the piezoelectric
pressure sensor are quick frequency response and they are of small size.
7. What is LVDT used to measure?
a) Gas temperature
b) Engine speed
c) Crank angle
d) Large displacement
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: LVDT is used to measure the large displacement. These are only
used for the low-frequency measurements. These sensors are used to
measure the parameters like valve lift etc.

8. In which of the following See beck effect is used?

a) Hot-wire sensors
b) Resistance temperature detectors
c) Thermocouples
d) Thermistors
View Answer

Answer: c
Explanation: Thermocouples use the Seebeck effect to measure the
temperature. Thermocouples can be used for high-temperature
measurement.

9. Which of the following is used by the Hall Effect pickup?

a) Thermistors
b) Potentiometers
c) Inductive transducers
d) Semiconductors
View Answer

Answer: d
Explanation: In Hall Effect pickup, semiconductors are used. This sensor used
for detecting the position of the shaft and speed. This sensor can be used to
detect motion.

10. Vortex sensor is used for measurement of the temperature.

a) True
b) False
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Answer: b