Automotive Technology
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781337794213
Author: ERJAVEC, Jack.
Publisher: Cengage,
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Videos
Textbook Question
Chapter 16, Problem 8ASRQ
While diagnosing the location of a wire-to-wire short: Technician A checks the wiring of the affected circuits for signs of burned insulation and melted conductors. Technician B checks common connectors shared by the two affected circuits. Who is correct?
- Technician A
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
Which of the following is the purpose of fail-safe circuits?
O Fail-safe circuits are designed to protect electric motors against voltage surge
O All of these are true
O Fail-safe circuits are designed to provide overload protection for system components
O Fail-safe circuits are designed to maintain constant current in electric motor coils
Where is the heat range code indicated on a spark plug?
the steel shell
on the porcelain insulator
on the terminal
on the electrode
Why do most automotive spark plugs have a resistor between the top terminal and the centre electrode?
to increase electrode heat
to decrease voltage requirements
to increase current flow
to reduce RFI
Chapter 16 Solutions
Automotive Technology
Ch. 16 - How will an electrical circuit behave if there is...Ch. 16 - What happens to an electrical circuit when there...Ch. 16 - Prob. 3SACh. 16 - What type of solder should be used to repair...Ch. 16 - True or False? The MIN/MAX function on some DMMs...Ch. 16 - True or False? A zero reading on an ohmmeter means...Ch. 16 - Prob. 3TFCh. 16 - While troubleshooting a problem, the key to...Ch. 16 - Prob. 5TFCh. 16 - Prob. 1MC
Ch. 16 - Prob. 2MCCh. 16 - Wiring harnesses are typically shielded by plastic...Ch. 16 - Which of the following lab scope controls must be...Ch. 16 - Prob. 5MCCh. 16 - Which of the following information is not given in...Ch. 16 - While discussing electricity: Technician A says...Ch. 16 - While discussing NTC thermistors: Technician A...Ch. 16 - While measuring the resistance of a wire with an...Ch. 16 - While testing variable resistors: Technician A...Ch. 16 - Prob. 5ASRQCh. 16 - Technician A uses a testlight to test circuit...Ch. 16 - Technician A uses a testlight to detect...Ch. 16 - While diagnosing the location of a wire-to-wire...Ch. 16 - While measuring resistance: Technician A uses an...Ch. 16 - While discussing how to test a switch: Technician...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, mechanical-engineering and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- While discussing copper wire: Technician A says that if the length of wire is doubled, the resistance between the wire ends is doubled. Technician B says that if the diameter of a wire is doubled, the resistance between the wire ends is doubled. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forwardWhile measuring the resistance of a wire with an ohmmeter: Technician A says that if low resistance is shown on the meter, the wire is shorted. Technician B says that if no resistance is measured, the wire is shorted. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B d. Neither A nor Barrow_forwardWhile discussing electrical grounds: Technician A says that a component may be grounded through its mounting to a major metal part. Technician B says that some components must be grounded by connecting its positive terminal to a metal section of the frame. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forward
- True or False? A zero reading on an ohmmeter means the circuit or component is open.arrow_forwardWhich of the following tests would not be performed to check for high resistance in the battery' cables? Cranking voltage test Insulated circuit resistance test Starter relay by-pass test Ground circuit resistance testarrow_forwardTechnician A labels or marks all electrical wires before disconnecting them. Technician B labels or marks all vacuum hoses and verities the connections to the underhood decal before disconnecting them. Who is correct? Technician A Technician B Both A and B Neither A nor Barrow_forward
- Higher pairs are those which have Choose the correct option Surface contact between elements Point or line contact between elements None of the mentioned No contact between elementsarrow_forwardWhy is high voltage needed to establish a spark across the gap of a spark plugarrow_forwardTrue or False? A batteny is an electromechanical device.arrow_forward
- While discussing spark plugs: Technician A says that too narrow of a spark plug gap can cause a rough idle and premature wear of the electrodes. Technician B says that a spark plug with the wrong reach can cause preignition. Who is correct? a. Technician A b. Technician B c. Both A and B d. Neither A nor Barrow_forwardHow do most electronic ignition systems differ? number of spark plugs the use of CMP and CKP sensors number of transistors the use of a distributorarrow_forwardEarthing is not necessary for machines and metallic parts which are externally accessible is an electrical safety consideration while working in a workshop. Select one: True O Falsearrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTa...Mechanical EngineeringISBN:9781133612315Author:Jack Erjavec, Rob ThompsonPublisher:Cengage Learning
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (Mi...Mechanical EngineeringISBN:9781305578296Author:John Tomczyk, Eugene Silberstein, Bill Whitman, Bill JohnsonPublisher:Cengage Learning
Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTa...
Mechanical Engineering
ISBN:9781133612315
Author:Jack Erjavec, Rob Thompson
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology (Mi...
Mechanical Engineering
ISBN:9781305578296
Author:John Tomczyk, Eugene Silberstein, Bill Whitman, Bill Johnson
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering - Part 3 Corrosion Explained; Author: Mega Mechatronics;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Il-abRhrzFY;License: Standard Youtube License