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Quiz Questions

1.
Let’s start with baby steps. Where can you find maintenance information about your specific vehicle?
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- A.
  Your local mechanic
- B.
  Your best buddy
- C.
  Your owner’s manual
- D.
  Though an internet search
2.
What is an OBD2 scanner?
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- A.
  A tool used to unlock car doors remotely.
- B.
  A device that analyzes the engine’s performance and detects potential issues.
- C.
  A gadget that enhances the car’s audio system.
- D.
  A tool that measures tire pressure and alerts the driver when it’s low.
3.
How often should you change your oil?
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- A.
  Every 6 months or 8,000 km
- B.
  It depends on how cold it is outside
- C.
  It depends on your vehicle’s year, make and model
- D.
  Once a year
4.
Oh no! Your engine is overheating! What should you NOT do?
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- A.
  Turn on your heater
- B.
  Pop the hood
- C.
  Keep driving to ensure the vehicle doesn’t die
- D.
  Turn off your car
5.
What’s the easiest way to tell you need new tires?
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- A.
  You’ve done the “penny test,” and you can see the top of the Queen’s crown
- B.
  You can see cracks, bulges, or uneven wear patterns.
- C.
  They are more than six years old
- D.
  All of the above
6.
How often should you change your cabin air filter?
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- A.
  Every year or 20,000 km
- B.
  Every time you get an oil change
- C.
  Every 100,000 km
- D.
  Never. I like it when my car smells bad.
7.
How can you tell if your signal isn’t working?
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- A.
  Your signal stalk is jammed, and you can’t use it
- B.
  Both turn indicator lights flash when signalling.
- C.
  Your signal is clicking faster than usual
- D.
  Your lights start turning on and off at random
8.
Differential fluid is crucial for maintaining your vehicle’s gearbox (the part that transfers power from the engine to the wheels). How often should your differential fluid be replaced?
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- A.
  Every 30,000 - 60,000 km
- B.
  Every 80,000 - 100,000 km
- C.
  Every time you get an oil change
- D.
  Only if you’re having trouble with your transmission.
9.
How often should you swap out your spark plugs?
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- A.
  Every three months
- B.
  Every 50,000 km
- C.
  When smoke comes from the engine
- D.
  What’s a spark plug?
10.
What is a surefire way to tell your battery is dying?
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- A.
  A rotten egg smell under the hood
- B.
  Dim headlights
- C.
  A slow-starting engine
- D.
  All of the above
11.
When should you replace your belts (alternator, water pump, power steering, cooling fan, etc.)?
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- A.
  When your vehicle drops two pant sizes
- B.
  Once a year
- C.
  When your belts look glazed, cracked, split or crumbly
- D.
  When you hear a squeaky sound coming from under the hood
12.
Which of the following does NOT indicate you need new brake pads?
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- A.
  Unusual wear and tear on your tires
- B.
  Noises, squealing and squeaking
- C.
  You’ve had the same brake pads for more than two years
- D.
  They measure thin
13.
How do you determine if a fuse has blown in your vehicle’s fuse box?
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- A.
  Your check engine light starts flashing
- B.
  Your electrical fails
- C.
  The fuse blows up
- D.
  The tiny metal wire inside the fuse is broken
14.
What are signs that your windshield wipers need replacing?
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- A.
  Lots of streaks
- B.
  The wiper blades are spilt and cracked
- C.
  Your car alarm goes off when it rains
- D.
  A and B
15.
Which of the following are a requirement for jacking up a vehicle safely?
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- A.
  A pillow for your head
- B.
  A bottle, scissor or floor jack
- C.
  Jack stands
- D.
  B and C

Quiz Outcomes

1.
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2.
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