UNIT I: Batteries and Starting System
1. What is the primary chemical composition of a lead-
acid battery?
o Sulfuric acid and lead plates.
2. Name one common method used for testing battery
performance.
o Load testing.
3. What is the function of a starter motor in a vehicle?
o To initiate the engine's operation by cranking it.
4. What component engages the starter motor to the
engine flywheel?
o Starter drive unit or Bendix drive.
5. What is CCA in battery ratings?
o Cold Cranking Amps.
6. What type of battery is commonly used in automotive
applications?
o Lead-acid battery.
7. Which part of a battery prevents leakage of
electrolyte?
o Battery case or housing.
8. What is the function of a solenoid switch in the
starting system?
o To connect the battery to the starter motor.
9. What does battery reserve capacity (RC) indicate?
o The time a battery can supply a specified load
without dropping below a certain voltage.
10. What is the purpose of battery maintenance?
o To ensure optimal performance and longevity of the
battery.
UNIT II: Ignition System
1. What is the purpose of spark advance in an ignition
system?
o To optimize combustion timing for efficiency and
power.
2. Name one type of electronic ignition system.
o Distributor-less ignition system (DIS).
3. What component is responsible for controlling ignition
timing in a conventional ignition system?
o Distributor.
4. What is the function of a spark plug in an ignition
system?
o To ignite the air-fuel mixture in the combustion
chamber.
5. Which mechanism is used for retarding the ignition
timing?
o Vacuum advance mechanism.
6. What does ECU stand for in an electronic ignition
system?
o Electronic Control Unit.
7. Which component in an ignition system boosts the
battery voltage?
o Ignition coil.
8. What is a major advantage of electronic ignition
systems over conventional systems?
o Greater reliability and reduced maintenance.
9. What are the two main types of spark plugs?
o Hot plugs and cold plugs.
10. What is the purpose of ignition timing?
o To ensure the spark occurs at the right moment for
optimal combustion.
UNIT III: Charging and Lighting System
1. What is the main function of a vehicle's generator?
o To charge the battery and supply power to electrical
systems while the engine runs.
2. What is an "earth return system" in vehicle lighting?
o A system where the vehicle's body acts as a ground
conductor.
3. Which type of lighting system is energy-efficient and
often used in modern vehicles?
o LED lighting system.
4. What is the purpose of a headlight dimmer switch?
o To prevent dazzling of oncoming traffic by lowering
the headlight beam intensity.
5. What does a cut-out relay do in a charging system?
o Disconnects the generator from the battery when not
charging.
6. What type of motor is commonly used in windshield
wiper systems?
o DC motor.
7. What is the purpose of a voltage regulator in a
charging system?
o To maintain a constant voltage level to the battery
and electrical system.
8. What does "AC" stand for in AC generator?
o Alternating Current.
9. Which component controls the brightness of vehicle
lights?
o Dimmer switch.
10. What is the purpose of a trafficator in a vehicle?
o To indicate the direction of turns.
UNIT IV: Sensors, Actuators, and Electronic Engine
Controls
1. Which sensor measures the oxygen level in the
exhaust gases?
o Exhaust Oxygen Sensor (O2 sensor).
2. What is the role of a throttle position sensor in an
engine?
o To monitor the position of the throttle valve and send
data to the engine control module.
3. What is the function of the Electronic Control Module
(ECM) in a vehicle?
o To control and manage the engine's performance and
emissions.
4. Name one type of fuel injection system used in
modern vehicles.
o Multi-point fuel injection (MPFI) system.
5. What is the purpose of a knock sensor?
o To detect engine knocking or pinging and adjust
ignition timing accordingly.
6. What type of actuator is commonly used for
controlling fuel injectors?
o Solenoid.
7. Which sensor monitors the mass of air entering the
engine?
o Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor.
8. What does the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) do?
o Manages both the engine and transmission functions.
9. What is the function of a stepper motor in an
automotive application?
o To control the position of a component, like the
throttle or idle air control valve.
10. What is "engine mapping" in the context of
electronic engine controls?
o Programming the engine's operational parameters for
optimal performance.
