AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY EXAM PREP
2026 FULL QUESTION SET AND ANSWER
KEY PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS
◉ Toxic Dust can be produced by:
Answer: Brake, clutch, toxic drum brakes, and manual transmission
housings
◉ Give an example of activities and elements that can reduce the
quality of air in shops:
Answer: dangerous fumes from running engines, welding (gas and
electric), painting, liquid storage areas, air conditioning servicing,
and dust particles from brake servicing
◉ Running engines produce which types of gases?
Answer: Carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), smog-
causing hydrocarbons (HC), and oxides of nitrogen (NO2)
◉ List the safety precautions when working with electrical tools and
equipment:
Answer: Electric receptacles should be at least 3' (0.91 m) above
floor level, do not block or obstruct access to electrical panels, keep
,the circuit breaker and/or electrical panel covers closed, and do not
hinder the emergency access
◉ Describe the standard safety equipment:
Answer: Shop safety equipment includes handrails, machinery
guards, painted lines, sound-insulated rooms, adequate ventilation,
doors and gates, and temporary barriers
◉ Identify the proper procedures for using the eyewash stations
Answer: If a chemical splashes in your eyes, rinse from the ear side
of the effected eye for 15 mins and seek medical attention.
◉ When disposing of used liquids:
Answer: Follow federal laws and regulations and be careful not to
mix incompatible fluids.
◉ What eye protection should be worn when working on a battery
Answer: Face shield
◉ Threshold Limit Value (TLV)
Answer: The maximum allowable concentration of a given material
in the surrounding air.
, ◉ what hazard does watching welding cause
Answer: loss of eye sight
◉ VIN's Purpose
Answer: A car's vehicle identification number (VIN) is the
automotive equivalent of human "DNA".
◉ The VIN can be used to:
Answer: track recalls, registrations, warranty claims, thefts and
insurance coverage
◉ Typical Locations of the VIN
Answer: The driver door sticker, Driver side dashboard, Vehicle
safety certification label, and frame rail.
◉ VIN 1st digit
Answer: Country of origin
◉ VIN 2nd digit
Answer: Manufacturer
◉ VIN 3rd digit
2026 FULL QUESTION SET AND ANSWER
KEY PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS
◉ Toxic Dust can be produced by:
Answer: Brake, clutch, toxic drum brakes, and manual transmission
housings
◉ Give an example of activities and elements that can reduce the
quality of air in shops:
Answer: dangerous fumes from running engines, welding (gas and
electric), painting, liquid storage areas, air conditioning servicing,
and dust particles from brake servicing
◉ Running engines produce which types of gases?
Answer: Carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), smog-
causing hydrocarbons (HC), and oxides of nitrogen (NO2)
◉ List the safety precautions when working with electrical tools and
equipment:
Answer: Electric receptacles should be at least 3' (0.91 m) above
floor level, do not block or obstruct access to electrical panels, keep
,the circuit breaker and/or electrical panel covers closed, and do not
hinder the emergency access
◉ Describe the standard safety equipment:
Answer: Shop safety equipment includes handrails, machinery
guards, painted lines, sound-insulated rooms, adequate ventilation,
doors and gates, and temporary barriers
◉ Identify the proper procedures for using the eyewash stations
Answer: If a chemical splashes in your eyes, rinse from the ear side
of the effected eye for 15 mins and seek medical attention.
◉ When disposing of used liquids:
Answer: Follow federal laws and regulations and be careful not to
mix incompatible fluids.
◉ What eye protection should be worn when working on a battery
Answer: Face shield
◉ Threshold Limit Value (TLV)
Answer: The maximum allowable concentration of a given material
in the surrounding air.
, ◉ what hazard does watching welding cause
Answer: loss of eye sight
◉ VIN's Purpose
Answer: A car's vehicle identification number (VIN) is the
automotive equivalent of human "DNA".
◉ The VIN can be used to:
Answer: track recalls, registrations, warranty claims, thefts and
insurance coverage
◉ Typical Locations of the VIN
Answer: The driver door sticker, Driver side dashboard, Vehicle
safety certification label, and frame rail.
◉ VIN 1st digit
Answer: Country of origin
◉ VIN 2nd digit
Answer: Manufacturer
◉ VIN 3rd digit
