PET - SGE Chapter 16 Study Guide Questions with Detailed Verified Answers

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PET - SGE Chapter 16 Study Guide
Questions with Detailed Verified
Answers
Question: Before any work is done on the engine, _____.
Answer: the spark plug wire should be disconnected.


Question:
When the fuel is drained from the fuel system, it should be inspected for
_____.
Answer: signs of water contamination, signs of particulates in the fuel, and
signs of a chemical breakdown.


Question:
Engine oil that is milky is an indication that _____.
Answer: water has entered the engine.


Question:
Before the engine can be removed from the implement, all of the following
typically need to be disconnected from the engine except the ___.
Answer: carburetor.


Question:
Carbon deposits should be removed from the cylinder head by _____.
Answer: soaking the head in parts cleaner and scrubbing with a parts brush.


Question:

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Which of the following precautions must be taken when removing a cylinder
head?
Answer: Record the location and length of each head bolt.


Question:
A(n) _____ is used to check the cylinder head for warpage.
Answer: flat surface and feeler gauge


Question:
Before the head on an overhead engine can be removed, the _____ must be
removed.
Answer: valve rocker, rocker arms and pushrods


Question:
If a pushrod is only slightly bent, it _____.
Answer: must always be replaced.


Question:
Why should the keyway on the drive end of the crankshaft be taped before the
crankcase cover is removed?
Answer: The tape prevents the crankshaft from accidentally rotating as the
cover is removed.


Question:
If there are no timing marks on the crankshaft and camshaft gears _____.