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There are two basic fuel systems used in gasoline powered motor vehicles:
a. vacuum/low pressure carbureted system
b. high pressure fuel injected system
c. both a & b
d. neither a or b - ANSWER c. both a & b
The flash point of gasoline is approximately _____.
a. 100* F
b. 212* F
c. -45* F
d. 25* F - ANSWER c. -45* F
Compared to gasoline, brake fluid is a higher flash point liquid.
a. True
b. False - ANSWER a. True
Gasoline will normally not ignite on a hot surface but requires a(n) __________ for
ignition.
a. arc
b. spark
c. open flame
d. any of the above - ANSWER d. any of the above
In high-pressured fuel injected systems, the fuel is typically pumped from a storage tank
under pressure of:
a. 10-15 PSI
b. 20-25 PSI
c. 35-70 PSI
d. 110-160 PSI - ANSWER c. 35-70 PSI (answer sheet says C or D)
, The fuel pump will run when the ignition key is in the _______ position.
a. accessory
b. off
c. run
d. all of the above - ANSWER c. run
Leaks that develop on the supply side of the fuel lines system may present operational
problems that should be noticed by the operator whereas on the return side of the
system may ______________.
a. cause the engine to stall
b. go undetected by the operator
c. appear as warning lights
d. cause the engine to race - ANSWER b. go undetected by the operator
In a vehicle equipped with a fuel injection system; if a fuel leak was to occur on the
supply side, there is sufficient pressure to project a small fuel stream several feet in
distance.
a. True
b. False - ANSWER a. True
The pressure from the mechanical fuel pump to the carburetor system is typically in the
rate of _____ PSI.
a. 3-5
b. 10-20
c. 32
d. 32-70 - ANSWER a. 3-5
When exposed to heat energy from a fire, the rate of vaporization of the gasoline in the
fuel tank will increase significantly.
a. True
b. Fals - ANSWER a. True
Sparks, as a possible source of ignition energy, especially for gasses, vapors or liquid
vapors in a spray or mist form may reach temperatures as high as _____ in a vehicle
traveling less than 5 mph.