MASS Equipment Components and Inspection 4

Question 1

What should you do if you find a cracked or damaged windshield during inspection?

Accepted Answer

Have it repaired or replaced, as it can impair visibility

Answer

Ignore small cracks entirely

Answer

Paint over the crack

Answer

Drive only at night

Question 2

Which component is responsible for keeping the engine from overheating?

Accepted Answer

The cooling system and radiator

Answer

The fuel pump

Answer

The alternator

Answer

The muffler

Question 3

What is a sign that a vehicle's battery may need attention?

Accepted Answer

Slow engine cranking or corroded terminals

Answer

A clean windshield

Answer

Properly inflated tires

Answer

A full fuel tank

Question 4

Why is it important to check fluid levels such as power steering and brake fluid?

Accepted Answer

Low levels can cause component failure or unsafe operation

Answer

They change the paint color

Answer

They improve radio reception

Answer

They are not important

Question 5

What should you inspect on the wheels besides the tires?

Accepted Answer

Lug nuts, rims, and bearings for security and damage

Answer

The paint shine only

Answer

The window tint

Answer

The radio settings

Question 6

A burning smell while driving could indicate:

Accepted Answer

Overheating brakes, clutch, or electrical issues

Answer

A fresh air filter

Answer

Properly working wipers

Answer

A clean interior

Question 7

What is the benefit of performing a walk-around inspection before each trip?

Accepted Answer

Catching visible defects before they cause failures

Answer

Making the vehicle look busy

Answer

Wasting time

Answer

Saving fuel directly