Review Exam #3 Vehicle Information, Fluids, Jacking, Lifting

Common Fluid Locations Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Windshield Washer Fluid Commonly blue. Do not use engine antifreeze. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Engine Oil Common multigrades are 0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30, and 10W-30. Synthetic and semi-synthetic blends are also available. Synthetic and conventional are compatible Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Engine Oil To get an accurate reading, check when the engine is cold. (Overnight) 1 qt Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Engine Oil Check the oil cap, owner’s manual or Prodemand for engine oil information. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Purpose of Engine Oil Lubricates Cools Cleans Seals Cushions Chapter 10 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Understanding Oil Ratings Society of Automotive Engineers – SAE rates oil viscosity (e.g., 5W-20). Viscosity – thickness 5W is at 0 F (winter) 20 is at 212 F (hot) Chapter 10 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Synthetic Oils Great flow qualities at low temperatures Longer change intervals Chapter 10 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Oil Filters Oil circulates through the engine and is cleaned by an oil filter. Bypass function if clogged. Chapter 10 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Oil Change Know Procedures in Shop Task 4 Warm up engine so oil very warm to hot Wipe filter gasket with thin film of oil. Never Double Gasket!! Hand tighten filter (3/4 to 1 full turn from time gasket makes contact) Tighten drain plug to proper torque specifications. Ensure crush washer in good shape prior.

Water in Oil 1. Moisture above the fill level on the oil dip stick. 2. Milky - sludgy stuff under the oil fill cap. Causes: Piston blow-by combustion gases contain water vapor. Once vapor cools, it condenses in crankcase as liquid water. That water will remain (with some being sucked into valve cover area by the PCV system) unless the engine is run at operating temperature for an extended period of time to “burn off” the water. Short Duration driving is “SEVERE”

Asphalt Plants biggest user Oil Recycling Arsenic 5 ppm maximum Cadmium 2 ppm maximum Chromium 10 ppm maximum Lead 100 ppm maximum Flash Point (Closed Cup) 100°F Total Halogens 4,000 ppm maximum PCBs <2 ppm maximum Table 2. Constituent/Property - Allowable Levels2 Asphalt Plants biggest user

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Transmission Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is pinkish-red. Always use the ATF that is recommended by the manufacturer. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Transmission Fluid Follow checking procedure in owner’s manual. Some transmissions don’t have dipsticks. 1 Pint from full cold to full hot Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Manual Transmission Fluid Manual transmissions commonly take ATF, heavyweight/high-viscosity gear oil, synchromesh, or motor oil. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Coolant / Antifreeze Coolant - two main types Standard (green). Extended life (various colors). Mix 50% water/50% antifreeze. Use distilled water. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Coolant Check the level at the coolant recovery tank first. Let engine cool. Never open a hot radiator cap. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Brake Fluids Most common DOT 3 (but DOT 4, DOT 5, and DOT 5.1 are available). Check cap or owner’s manual for the correct type. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Clutch Fluid (manual transmissions only) Commonly DOT 3 brake fluid, but always check the owner’s manual. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Differential Fluid This fluid check is on RWD and 4WD vehicles. 4WD trucks will have front and rear differential check plugs. Gear oil. Thicker than engine/motor oil. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Power Steering Fluid Use the type that is recommended in your owner’s manual. Usually clear in color. Electric Power Steering systems do not have fluid. Chapter 8 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Vehicle Information Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 17 Characters Found on driver’s doorjamb and on the top of the dashboard GVWR and Manufacturing Date - doorjamb Chapter 1 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Vehicle Emission Control Info (VECI) Chapter 1 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Vehicle Identification Manufacturers GM Chrysler Ford Toyota VW Honda Many others… Chapter 1 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Vehicle Identification Chapter 1 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Vehicle Identification (Model) Chapter 1 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Body on Frame Body and Drivetrain attached to a “Ladder” frame; Earliest Design Pros: Easier change of parts, body styles, 4 wheeling (allow torsional flex); load bearing

UniBody Monocoque: Blends frame and body into one structure Pros: Rigidity, Lighter, accident impact absorption “Crumple Zone”, Sits lower

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Floor Jack Used to lift a vehicle. Put under the frame or solid chassis component. Always use jack stands before going under vehicle and chock wheels on the ground as lifting Chapter 6 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Drive-on Ramps Good for oil changes. Use wheel chocks. Set parking brake. Chapter 6 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Wheel Chocks Prevents a vehicle from moving. Use when jacking or with drive-on ramps. Set parking brake. Chapter 6 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Jack Stands Used to hold the vehicle up after it has been lifted with a jack. Do not use concrete blocks or other non-approved stands to hold up a vehicle. Chapter 6 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Using Jacks and Jack Stands Chapter 5 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Bottle Jack Commonly in the trunk for emergency tire changes. Some vehicles have a scissors jack. Chapter 6 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Automotive Lifts Two-Column (also known as Two-Post) Four Arms Chapter 5 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

© 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com Automotive Lifts Four-Column (also known as a Four-Post) Drive on Chapter 5 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Lifting a Vehicle Safely Read all safety, warning, and caution labels. Chapter 5 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Lifting a Vehicle Safely If vehicle falling, get out of the way Refer to your Shop Task 5 Sheet Don’t jog motor – wait 2 seconds Chapter 5 © 2013 Rolling Hills Publishing www.AutoUpkeep.com

Mitchell ProDemand Capacities Type or Spec Maintenance Intervals Recalls