Only a Pro Can Pass This Auto Quiz! Can You?

AUTO

By: Robin Tyler

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

The modern car is nothing short of a miracle! 

Just think about it, all of those thousands and thousands of parts, all working in complete harmony to ensure that when you get in and turn the key, the engine fires the first time, ready to take you from A to B, helping you arrive at your destination safely and as quickly as the law allows!

Sometimes we take for granted the brilliance of the internal combustion engine. All those years ago, those clever auto engineers of yore came up with this invention which certainly changed the world more than many others have. 

But the car is so much more than just an engine. Sure, that's important but what about other bits and bobs that all form part of modern vehicles.?

And then there are the tools needed to help fix vehicles when things do go wrong. And things will go wrong.

So this quiz has a double attack on your auto knowledge. Let's see how much you know about car parts and the engine, in particular. But we will also test your knowledge of the tools a mechanic needs to do the job properly. Some questions are easy. Others will have you scratching your head! Just take your time and see how you do.

Good luck. 

This ignites the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chambers. What is it?

The sparkplug is provided with an electrical pulse that enables it to make a spark. This ignites the air/fuel mixture in the engine which allows for combustion.

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It is essential that the piston is connected to the crankshaft at all times. This image shows the part that does this. Do you know what it is called?

The connecting rod is what keeps the piston connected to the crankshaft.

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This image shows what car part, found near the tires?

The rim of the each wheel holds a tire. Should you go through a pothole, you can severely damage them.

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Can you name this important tool for keeping your tires in top shape?

Keeping your tires inflated correctly not only is the safe thing to do but your car will also be more fuel efficient.

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This car part changes the piston stroke from linear to rotational. What is it called?

The crankshaft produces a rotational motion which, in turn, helps turn the driveshaft and then the wheels.

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Name the essential auto tool in this image, please.

No self-respecting auto mechanic should be without a screwdriver! They can be used for anything, but mostly fro turning screws!

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Name the tool that appears in this image?

A useful tool to help loosen very tight bolts. This should be kept in your garage.

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What important auto shop tool is shown in this image?

An auto shop must-have, a torque wrench will help you tighten bolts to just the right level.

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The tool shown in this image is a ________

A feeler gauge is necessary for installing new spark plugs and setting the plug gap. If this is wrong, the engine won't run efficiently.

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What part of the car rotates the wheels so a car can move forward?

A turning crankshaft will turn a driveshaft which then turns the axle and the wheels attached to them

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When changing the oil in your vehicle, which viscosity should you use?

If unsure which oil to use when performing an oil change, always check your car manual or phone the dealer to ask.

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Name the system that removes the gases produced by combustion in the engine, please.

The exhaust system removes the gases produced during the engine combustion process out the tailpipe of the vehicle.

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Name this garage tool, please.

It's not a garage necessity but it does make removing your oil filter much easier.

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Name the part of the car that is rotated by the driveshaft and, in turn, rotates a car's wheels.

Your car's wheels are connected to the axle which is rotated by the driveshaft. The rotating axle then turns the wheels of the car.

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Drop something in the engine bay. This will help you pick it up.

Working within the confines of an engine can mean you drop little pieces (think screws and small nuts). A telescopic magnetic pick-up can get into hard-to-reach places and pick them up.

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If a driveshaft turns the axle to rotate the wheels at the back of the car, this is known as ______.

When the back axle is turned by the driveshaft, the vehicle is a rear-wheel drive.

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Name this important part of your car, which allows the wheels to rotate at different speeds.

An important part of the drive system on a car, the differential allows for wheels to rotate at different speeds on the axle, for instance, when turning around a corner.

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Engines have many different designs. Name the one shown here?

V8 engines are powerful and a favorite of muscle car enthusiasts. Most of the famed muscle cars of the '60s and '70s used V8 engines. V8 engines have eight cylinders arranged in a V.

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Always useful to have a few of these lying around your garage. What are they?

Fuses often blow and could mean that your brake lights or turn indicators do not work. Always keep a few handy and replace them yourself.

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The engine part shown here supplies the engine with the fuel/air mixture which is then combusted. Name it, please.

Cars without fuel injection have a carburetor which ensures the right amount of fuel/air mix is combusted.

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This meter will help tell if your battery has charge. What is it called?

Need to test how much charge your battery is holding? A battery hydrometer will tell you. Although certainly not a necessity, it is a nice bit of kit for your motorcycle toolbox.

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Name the part of the engine that is the reservoir for coolant liquid.

The radiator, normally positioned in front of the engine, is the reservoir that holds coolant. This is circulated through the engine when needed to keep it operating at the proper temperature.

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Name this tool found in many garages, please.

The perfect way to loosen and tighten bolts - the impact gun!

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Cylinders within an engine can be arranged in a number of ways. The three most common are inline, flat and _____?

Each arrangement for cylinders within an engine has its unique pros and cons.

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The engine part, pictured here, moves up and down in the cylinder. Do you know what it is called?

The piston, moving within the cylinder is what creates compression of the air/fuel mixture which is then combusted and burns away to provide power.

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This engine part is linked to the timing belt. Can you name it?

The timing belt, linked to the crankshaft and camshaft, ensures that the engine fires at the right time. This keeps the valves and pistons in sync and means the engine operates at 100 percent efficiency.

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When draining oil from your engine, it is useful to have this to collect it in.

Although not a necessity (you could use a large plastic container), a draining pan is the best way to catch the oil running out of a sump.

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When replacing various seals in the engine, you may need the tool pictured in the image.

A gasket scraper may be necessary when replacing various gaskets, especially if they have stuck to the metal where they form a seal.

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Name this tool that all self respecting mechanics should have in their toolbox.

A utility knife is a useful tool to have in your toolbox. It can perform many tasks.

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If you are stripping your vehicle, where would you find the double wishbone?

Some suspension types include the double wishbone.

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Name this part found in many performance cars.

A turbocharger increases engine performance by pushing cooled air into the engine, which allows it to burn more fuel, thus producing more power.

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What useful tool is featured in this image?

Vehicles have many different types of fasteners, some of them Allen key bits. A 6-in-1 Allen key is most likely to have all the sizes you might come across.

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Which part of the exhaust system burns leftover fuel and chemicals?

A catalytic converter helps to ensure your car's emissions are within legal limits. It does this by burning excess fuel and other chemicals.

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When doing an oil change, you drain the oil from the ________?

When the car engine is not running, oil collects in the sump. To drain it, simply loosen a bolt and the oil will come pouring out.

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In which part of the engine, pictured here, do pistons move?

Pistons move within a cylinder. Each engine has a certain number of cylinders. For example, an inline-6 engine has six cylinders

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Engines are not all the same. Name the one shown in this picture

A boxer engine has horizontally opposed pistons. This engine type is found in some Porsche models and in BMW motorcycles.

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Name the engine design shown in this picture, please.

A W16 engine comprises of four banks of cylinders in a W configuration. The Bugatti Veyron makes use of the W16 engine which produces 1,000 brake horsepower.

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Any idea as to the type of engine pictured here?

A one cylinder engine is the basic form of a gasoline engine. It is found in scooters, small motorcycles or auto rickshaws, for example.

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Pictured here is an important part of your car's ability to handle bumpy roads. It also ensure your car handles correctly. What are these called?

Along with the struts or springs in your vehicle, shock absorbers are an important part of the suspension system.

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Any ideas as to what the gadget in this image is? It can be used to isolate damaged wires.

If your vehicle is suffering from electrical problems, an electrical continuity tester is a must. It will help determine if an electrical current is getting from one point to another which then can isolate a damaged wire, for example.

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