BASIC VEHICLE TECHNOLOGIES 1: BRAKES,
TIRES, DQR, AND TOWING EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
How does the Easy-Fill Tire Alert system indicate that the tire has been overinflated
while inflating a tire? - ✔✔The horn sounds three times
What does a hydraulic brake booster do? - ✔✔Provides full braking power assist after
repeated pedal strokes should the engine stop
Uses an electric pump to pressurize brake fluid to assist brake pedal force
What's the purpose of benchmarking in the vehicle manufacturing process? -
✔✔Manufacturers set standards by which they will judge their own new vehicle
Identify competitive strengths and weaknesses of competitive vehicles
Why is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) important to a customer? - ✔✔It's the
maximum allowed weight of the fully loaded vehicle
High-performance tires are also known as ________. - ✔✔Summer compound tires
What does a spray-on bedliner do? - ✔✔Provides more protection than a drop-in
bedliner
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, What is the benefit of low rolling resistance tires? - ✔✔Designed to maximize fuel
efficiency
Customers should keep in mind that towing ________ - ✔✔Puts increased strain on the
vehicle's engine, cooling system, drivetrain, and brakes
Can alter the handling and performance characteristics of a vehicle
May require extra equipment such as a safety chain, trailer brakes, breakaway switch,
and extended rearview mirrors
Is not recommended with some Nissan vehicles
How do drum brakes work? - ✔✔Hydraulic pressure through wheel cylinders forces
brake shoes against drum
What are the advantages of weld-bonding? - ✔✔Improves rigidity and durability of the
passenger compartment
Unibody structures will remain quiet and noise-free for years to come
Structural adhesives and spot-welding provide structural strength
What happens when a vehicle is overloaded? - ✔✔Life expectancy of the vehicle drops
by almost half
What are the advantages of an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)? - ✔✔Applies and
releases brakes many times per second
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TIRES, DQR, AND TOWING EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 100% PASS
How does the Easy-Fill Tire Alert system indicate that the tire has been overinflated
while inflating a tire? - ✔✔The horn sounds three times
What does a hydraulic brake booster do? - ✔✔Provides full braking power assist after
repeated pedal strokes should the engine stop
Uses an electric pump to pressurize brake fluid to assist brake pedal force
What's the purpose of benchmarking in the vehicle manufacturing process? -
✔✔Manufacturers set standards by which they will judge their own new vehicle
Identify competitive strengths and weaknesses of competitive vehicles
Why is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) important to a customer? - ✔✔It's the
maximum allowed weight of the fully loaded vehicle
High-performance tires are also known as ________. - ✔✔Summer compound tires
What does a spray-on bedliner do? - ✔✔Provides more protection than a drop-in
bedliner
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, What is the benefit of low rolling resistance tires? - ✔✔Designed to maximize fuel
efficiency
Customers should keep in mind that towing ________ - ✔✔Puts increased strain on the
vehicle's engine, cooling system, drivetrain, and brakes
Can alter the handling and performance characteristics of a vehicle
May require extra equipment such as a safety chain, trailer brakes, breakaway switch,
and extended rearview mirrors
Is not recommended with some Nissan vehicles
How do drum brakes work? - ✔✔Hydraulic pressure through wheel cylinders forces
brake shoes against drum
What are the advantages of weld-bonding? - ✔✔Improves rigidity and durability of the
passenger compartment
Unibody structures will remain quiet and noise-free for years to come
Structural adhesives and spot-welding provide structural strength
What happens when a vehicle is overloaded? - ✔✔Life expectancy of the vehicle drops
by almost half
What are the advantages of an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)? - ✔✔Applies and
releases brakes many times per second
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