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CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW OF AUTOMOTIVE

VEHICLE

[Q1] According to statistics, the annual output of passenger cars in the world accounts for about a% of
the total production of vehicles. Choose the most suitable a value from the following values?
1. 35
2. 50
3. 75
4. 90
[Q2] The total number of annual passenger cars in the world in recent years (2015 ÷ 2019) is close to
which number?
1. 60 million
2. 80 million
3. 100 million
4. 120 million
[Q3] Who is considered to be the inventor of the first automobile in the following names?
1. James Watt
2. Nicolaus August Otto
3. Karl Benz
4. Henry Ford
[Q4] Which of the following is not the reason car manufacturers switch to electric motors?
1. Oil resources in the world are gradually depleting
2. The air is polluted and the earth is warming
3. The internal combustion engine has had a long history, so it needs to be renewed with an
electric motor
4. An electric motor has a characteristic and performance curve better than an internal combustion
engine
[Q5] Which of the following functions does not belong to the basic functions of the automobile?
1. “Run”
2. “Stop”
3. “Comfort"
4. “Turn”
[Q6] The supersonic car has such name because of which of the following reasons?
1. It is shaped like supersonic aircraft
2. It has the maximum ground speed over the sound speed
3. It has the maximum flying speed over the sound speed
4. Just a name to advertise for a special car-making project

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ABBREVIATIONS
[Q1] What does MT stand for?
Manual Transmission

[Q2] What does AT stand for?

Automatic Transmission
[Q3] What does ABS stand for?
Anti-lock Brake System
[Q4] What does EFI stand for?
Electronic Fuel Injection
[Q5] What does FF stand for?
Front engine, Front drive
[Q6] What does FR stand for?
Front engine, Rear drive

[Q7] What does RR stand for?

Rear engine, Rear drive

[Q8] What does 4WD stand for?

Four Wheels Drive

[Q9] What does 4WS stand for?

Four Wheels Steering

[Q10] What does CVT stand for?

Continuously Variable Transmission
EAT : Electronic Automatic Transmission

CHAPTER 2 ARANGEMENT OF
AUTOMOBILE

[Q1] What does the axle/wheel configuration 4x2 mean?

1. Automobile has 4 wheels, 2 drive wheels
2. Automobile has 4 shafts, 2 drive shafts.
3. Automobile has 4 shaft heads, 2 drive shaft heads.
4. Automobile has 4 wheels and 2 shafts.

[Q2] Choose the correct axle configuration for truck in the figure?
1. 4x2
2. 6x2
3. 6x4
4. 8x4

[Q3] Write down the names of major components of FF powertrain in order of torque transmission?
Engine -> Clutch -> Transmission -> Final gear -> Differential -> Drive shaft -> wheels
[Q4] Write down the names of major components of FR powertrain in order of torque transmission?
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Engine -> Clutch -> Transmission -> Propeller shaft -> Final gear-> Differential -> Drive
shaft -> wheels

[Q5] Choose the wrong statement that does not match with the figure.
1. Figure shows the FF powertrain
system of automobile.
2. This powertrain system is widely
used for passenger car.
3. The engine and transaxle are
mounted transversely.
4. The weight distribution for rear
axle is greater the that of front
axle.
[Q6] Choose the wrong statement that does not match with the figure.
1. Figure shows the FR powertrain system of automobile.
2. This powertrain system is
widely used for passenger car.
3. The engine and transmission are
mounted longitudinally.
4. The weight distribution for rear
axle is greater the that of front
axle.
[Q7] Choose the wrong statement that does not match with the figure.

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1. Figure shows the FR powertrain system of automobile.

2. This powertrain system is widely used for busses and coaches.
3. The engine is mounted at the end of the automobile, that can help reduce noise and heat transfer
into the passenger compartment.
4. The weight distribution for rear axle is greater the that of front axle.
[Q8] Choose the name for each numbered component?

1-Engine; 2-Clutch; 3-Transmission; 4-Drive Shaft; 5-Final gear & differential;

6-Wheel

[Q9] Choose the name for each numbered component?

1-Engine; 2-Clutch; 3-Transmission; 4-Haft Shaft; 5-Final gear & differential;

6-Wheel; 7-Propeller shaft

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[10] Choose the incorrect statement?

1. The above layouts are usually used for race cars or sport cars.
2. They are a RR type of powertrain arrangement.
3. Given to the race cars, arrangement in figure d is better than that in figure e.
4. Given to the race cars, arrangement in figure e is better than that in figure d.

CHAPTER 3 CLUTCH

[Q1] When talking about the working principle of a single-disc dry friction clutch, which of the
following statements is incorrect?

1. The torque from the engine is transmitted through the flywheel, the front facing of friction disc,
the cushion spring, the dampening spring, the damper plate, and then to the clutch shaft.
2. The torque from the engine is transmitted through the flywheel, the clutch cover, the rear
facing of friction disc, the cushion spring, the dampening spring, the damper plate, and then
to the clutch shaft.
3. The torque from the engine is transmitted through the flywheel, the clutch cover, the torque
transmission bar, the pressure plate, the rear facing of friction disc, the cushion spring, the
dampening spring, the damper plate, and then to the clutch shaft.
4. The clutch cover fastens to the flywheel by bolts so it also transmits torque.
[Q2] The clutch torque transmission capacity does not depend on which of the following parameters?
1. Diameter of friction disc
2. Thickness of friction disc
3. The material of the friction disc
4. The force from pressure spring applied to
[Q3] Talking about the torque transmission bar, which of following statement is incorrect?
1. The torque transmission bar help transfer torque from clutch cover to the pressure plate.
2. The torque transmission bar allows the pressure plate to have movement relative to the clutch
cover.
3. The torque transmission bar does not allow the pressure plate to have movement
relative to the clutch cover.
4. In other construction, the torque bar is replaced by a pin or lug, but still keep its two functions.

[Q4] Which of following part does not help the smooth engagement of the clutch?
1. Dampening spring.

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2. Friction ring.
3. Cushion spring.
4. Torque transmission bar.

[Q5] Which of the following is not the reason why the diaphragm spring widely used?
1. The diaphragm spring simplifies the construction of clutch.
2. The pressure force made by the diaphragm spring is almost unchanged when the friction disc is
worn out.
3. The pressure force of the diaphragm spring is greater than that of the cylindrical spring.
4. The force applied to pedal to disengage the clutch uses the diaphragm spring is smaller than the
clutch uses coil spring.
[Q6] Talking about the release lever in the clutch, which of following statement is incorrect?
1. The head of release lever in contact with release bearing must be in the same plane perpendicular
with clutch shaft.
2. The clutch using cylindrical spring has a construction for adjustment release lever end.
3. The clutch using diaphragm spring has a construction for adjustment release lever end.

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4. The release lever operates on the principle of levers with the fulcrum fixed to the clutch cover.

[Q7] Compare twin disc dry friction clutch with single disc dry friction clutch, which of the
following is incorrect?
1. Transmission torque is greater than that of single disc clutch at the same diameter.
2. The diameter is smaller than that of single disc clutch at the same transmission torque.
3. The construction is more complex than that of single disc clutch.
4. Disengagement is more definitive than single disc clutch.
[Q8] Talking about the twin disc clutch, which of following statement is incorrect?
1. Usually used in heavy trucks.
2. The diameter is smaller than that of single disc clutch at the same transmission torque.
3. Disengagement is not definitive in comparison with single disc clutch.
4. Engagement is not smooth in comparison with single disc clutch.
[Q9] Talking about the clearance (gap) between the release lever and the release bearing (delta clearance)
in the clutch, which of the following statements is the correct one?

1. The clearance is not related to clutch pedal free play.

2. The clearance is larger when the friction disc is worn out during work.
3. The clearance is smaller when the friction disc is worn out during work.
4. The clearance is not changed when the friction disc is worn out during work.
[Q10] Talking about the mechanical linkage of the clutch, which of following statement is incorrect?
1. The mechanical linkage has a simple structure, low cost.
2. The mechanical linkage has high reliability.
3. The mechanical linkage is easy to locate in complex systems.
4. Mechanical linkage is easy to creep, causing delay in operation and poorer sensitivity.
[Q11] Talking about the hydraulic linkage of the clutch, which of following statement is incorrect?
1. The hydraulic linkage is easy to locate in complex systems.
2. The hydraulic linkage is low cost and environmentally friendly.
3. The hydraulic linkage has high sensitivity.
4. Hydraulic linkage often required tightness, so high precision cutting is required.

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3.1Clutch working principle
[Q1] Choose the name for the parts numbered in the figure.

2-Clutch cover; 3-Pressure plate; 4-Friction disc; 6-Transmission input shaft; 9-Release bearing; 11-Release
lever (diaphragm spring); 12-Release fork
[Q2] Choose the proper words for the missing word place in the following statements describes the
operating principle of the clutch.

"Engage state: the operator (driver) do not presses the clutch pedal. The force from pressure springs
throught (1-pressure plate) and pushes on the (2-Friction disc) forward to flywheel. This action locks
the flywheel, (2), (1) and clutch shaft together. The engine rotates the transmission shaft."

"Disengage state: the operator presses the clutch pedal. The clutch linkage pulls or pushes on the
(3-release fork). The (3) moves the (4-Release bearing) into the centre of pressure plate, end of the
release lever goes (5-left), the other end of the lever go (6-Right), causing the pressure disc to pull away
from the friction disc, releasing disc from the flywheel. The engine crank shaft can then turn without
turning friction disc and input transmission shaft."

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3.2Working principle of pneumatic assisted mechanical clutch linkage

[Q1] Choose the proper words for missing word places in the below statement describing the working
principle of pneumatic assisted mechanical clutch linkage.
"When operator pushes on the clutch pedal: according to mechanical linkage, valve housing 3 move to
( 1-right ) side. Due to the large resistant of the clutch mechanism, plunger 5 cannot move, valve housing
3 slide relative to the ( 2-Plunger5 ). Air valve 4 move with valve housing 3 until attach plunger 5, it
stops and ( 3-close ) air exhaust gate. Valve housing 3 continue moving relative to the 4 and 5, separating
patition between chamber A and B separates from ( 4-Air valve 4 ), ( 5-Plunger ) the gate for compress
air enter from chamber A to chamber B. Compress air goes to air cylinder 7, pushes the piston, make the
force, assist the release fork 8 pushing the release bearing to the left to disengage the clutch. The stronger
push on the clutch pedal, the larger air gate opened, the greater assist force made."

[Q2] Choose the proper words for missing word places in the below statement describing the working
principle of pneumatic assisted mechanical clutch linkage.
"When operator stops clutch pedal on a certain position: valve housing 3 stops, but due to the inertial the
group of sticking together air valve 4 and ( 1-Plunger5 ) continuing move to (2-Right) side until ( 3-Air
Valve4) attach the separating partition, ( 4-close) the air inlet gate to the chamber B. The valve in state of
(5-Closing) all the gates, there are not air enter and not air exhaust, the forces in system are balance,
causing the release bearing and pressure plat also stop at a certain position."

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[Q3] Choose the proper words for missing word places in the below statement describing the working
principle of pneumatic assisted mechanical clutch linkage.
"When the operator release the clutch pedal: due to forces of return springs, the pedal return quickly to
its original position, pulls the valve housing 3 move to (1-left) side. This movement and springs 6 make
the separating partition attach the opening air valve 4, ( 2-close) the compress air inlet and pull ( 3-Air
Valve4 ) to the left, separate it from ( 4-Pluger5 ), ( 5-open ) the air exhaust gate. The compress air in the
air cylinder 7 returns to the chamber B and exhaust to outside, decrease the assist power to engage
gradually the clutch."

3.3Working principle of pneumatic assisted hydraulic clutch linkage

[Q1] Choose the proper words for missing word places in the below statement describing the working
principle of pneumatic assisted hydraulic clutch linkage.
"When operator pushes on the clutch pedal: according to hydraulic linkage, the fluid pressure in the
chamber B increase, but due to the large resistant of the clutch mechanism, piston 10 cannot move.
Chamber B is connected to chamber D, fluid pressure pushs the control valve piston 9 to the (1-left) side,
it pushs the sliding tube together and attach to the (2-Air outlet valve7) and (3-Close) the air exhaust hole.
Piston 9 continue to move to the left, since the 6 and 7 are connected the ( 4-Air inlet valve6) move to the
left and (5-Open) the gate for compress air enter to
chamber A. Compress air pushes the piston 12, make the force, assist the piston

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to pushes the release fork 8, pushes the release bearing to the left to disengage the clutch. The stronger push on
the clutch pedal, the larger air gate opened, the greater assist force made. "

[Q2] Choose the proper words for missing word places in the below statement describing the working principle
of pneumatic assisted hydraulic clutch linkage.
"When operator stops clutch pedal on a certain position: piston 4 stops, but due to the inertial the group of part
10, 11, 12 continueing move to right side, the volume of chamber B increase, pressure in it decrease, cause the
piston 9 move to (1-right). Due to the forces from valve springs, the group of (2-Air inlet valve6) and (3-Air
inlet valve7) move to right too until air inlet valve 6 (4-Close) the air inlet gate to the chamber E and A. The
valves in state of (5-closing) all the gates, there are not air enter and not air exhaust, the forces in system are
balance, causing the release bearing and pressure plat also stop at a certain position."

[Q3] Choose the proper words for missing word places in the below statement describing the working principle
of pneumatic assisted hydraulic clutch linkage.
"When the operator release the clutch pedal: due to forces of return springs, the pedal return quickly to its
original position, the pressure in the tubes and B chamber decrease quickly, causing the piston 9 move to (1-right)
side. Due to the forces from valve springs, the group of valve 6 and 7 move to right too, (2-close) the air inlet
gate from chamber E to the chamber A. The group of (3-Air inlet valve6) and (4-Air outlet valve7) stops but
the piston 9 continue going to the right, separate sliding tube from (5-Air outlet valve7), (open) the air exhaust
gate. The compress air in the chamber A exhaust to outside through the air exhaust hole 8, decrease the pressure
to piston 12 and 10 to engage gradually the clutch"

CHAPTER 4 TRANSMISSION
4.1 . Manual transmission and manual transaxle
[Q1] Which of these following is not the function of the transmission and transaxle?
1. Provide the torque needed to move the vehicle under a variety of road and load conditions.
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2. Be shifted into reverse so the vehicle can move backward.
3. Distribute the driving torque to the left and right wheels when the vehicle turns (function of differential)
4. Be shifted into neutral for starting the engine and running it without turning the drive wheels.

[Q2] Which of the followings is not the requirement of the transmission and transaxle?
1. Have a proper ratio range.
2. Easy to shift and shifted gear can not jump out.
3. Ensure only one gear is shifted at a moment.
4. Slipable when drivetrain overload.

[Q3] Which of the followings is not the requirement of the transmission and transaxle?
1. Have a proper ratio range.
2. Slippable when drivetrain overload.
3. Ensure only one gear is shifted at a moment.
4. Can not shift into reverse gear when vehicle moving forward.
[Q4] Choose the name for gear box on the figure?
1. Transaxle.
2. Transmission.
3. Electronic automatic transmission (EAT).
4. Continuously variable transmission (CVT).

[Q5] Choose the name for gear box on the figure?

1. Transaxle.
2. Transmission.
3. Electronic automatic transmission (EAT)
4. Continuously variable transmission (CVT

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[Q6] Choose the name for gear box on the figure?
1. Transaxle.
2. Transmission.
3. Electronic automatic transmission (EAT).
4. Continuously variable transmission (CVT).

[Q7] Choose the name for gear box on the figure?

1. Transaxle.
2. Transmission.
3. Electronic automatic transmission (EAT).
4. Continuously variable transmission (CVT).

[Q8] Find the incorrect statement in the followings talking about trans-axle?
1. One gear (ratio) is made by a pair of gears.
2. Widely used in FF vehicle.
3. Higher efficiency than transmission.
4. Output shaft of trans-axle connect to the propeller shaft.
[Q9] Find the incorrect statement in the followings talking about transmission?
1. It has three shafts: input shaft, counter shaft, and output shaft.
2. Higher efficiency than transaxle.
3. Has direct drive, that resulting longevity when compare to the transaxle in the same producing
conditions.
4. Widely used for FR vehicle.
[Q10] Calculate the first gear ratio of the
transmission on the figure? (the number in ( ) is
the number of that gear teeth)
1. 1
2. 1,6 FORMULAR:
3. 4
4. 7

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[Q11] Calculate the fourth gear ratio of the
transmission on the figure? (the number in ( )
is the number of that gear teeth)
1. 1
2. 1,6 FORMULAR:
3. 4
4. 7

[Q12] In the transmission using key-type synchronizer, which of following part directly pushing the
synchronizer ring when synchronous?
1. Synchronizer sleeve.
2. Ring-shaped spring.
3. Synchronizer hub.
4. Keys.
[Q13] Talking about the operation of transmission of FR vehicles, which of the following statements is
incorrect?
1. Interlock mechanism in a device to prevent jump out of shifting gear.
2. The driven (output) shaft is connecting with the propeller shaft.
3. The teeth inside the synchronizer hub are splined with the output shaft.
4. Transmission case is normally made from cast steel or aluminum alloy.
[Q14] Talking about three shafts transmission, which of the following statements is incorrect?
1. The counter shaft always rotates even when the clutch is disengaged.
2. Output shaft and propeller shaft are splined together and rotating at same speed.
3. Transmission case is normally made from cast steel or aluminum alloy.
4. The function of the synchronizer is to make the rotating gears with different speed to same speed
and to lock them together.
[Q15] Talking about movements of the shift lever, which of the followings is incorrect?
1. First movement is horizontal lever to select shift fork and synchronizer for the desired gear.
2. First movement is horizontal lever to move the synchronizer sleeve.
3. Second movement is longitudinal lever to move the synchronizer sleeve.
4. To shift the gear, the driver does horizontal lever firstly, and then does longitudinal lever.

4.2The operation of planetary gear set

[Q1] See the illustrate and choose the answer that matches the condition of the planetary gear in the illustrate?

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1. Under drive (reduction)
2. Direct dirve
3. Over drive
4. Reverse
5. Neutral

[Q2] See the illustrate and choose the answer that matches the condition of the planetary gear in the illustrate?
1. Reduction
2. Direct drive
3. OD
4. Reverse
5. Neutral

[Q3] See the illustrate and choose the answer that matches the condition of the planetary gear in the illustrate?
1. Under drive
2. Direct drive
3. Over drirve
4. Reverse
5. Neutral

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Turn or driving Driven Held Free
(input) (output) (stationary)
Sun gear X
Ring gear X
Planet carrier X

[Q5] When is the planetary gear set in neutral condition?

Turn or driving Driven Held Free
(input) (output) (stationary)
Sun gear X
Ring gear X
Planet carrier X

CHAPTER 5 PROPELLER SHAFT,

DRIVE SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL
JOINT

[Q1] Talking about propeller shaft, which of the following sentence is incorrect?
1.The propeller shaft is constructed to produce relative rotation and relative translation (sliding).
2. The instantaneous angular velocities of two shafts on the same joint are different, but the
instantaneous angular velocities at the two ends of the propeller shaft are the same.
3.On the shafts, there are dynamic balancing pads welded.
4.The type of propeller shaft with two halves connected by a slip joint does not need alignment marks
because it is balanced.
[Q2] Talking about propeller shaft, which of the following sentence is incorrect?
1. The propeller shaft is constructed to produce relative rotation and relative translation (sliding).
2. Cardan universal joint use spider (cross shaft) and needle bearings.
3. On the shafts, there are dynamic balancing pads welded.
4. The type of propeller shaft with two halves connected by a slip joint does not need alignment
marks because it is balanced.
[Q3] Regarding constant velocity joint, which of the following statements is incorrect?
1.To obtain constant velocity joint, the plane of force transfer between the two shaft ends of the joint
must be the bisector of the angle formed by the centerlines of the two shafts.
2.Constant velocity joint should be specially lubricated with heat-resistant grease.
3.Constant velocity joints are wrapped in special rubber, heat resistant, good grease resistance.
4.Joints named Tripot are constant velocity joints.

[Q4] Regarding constant velocity joint, which of the following statements is incorrect?
1. To obtain constant velocity joint, the plane of force transfer between the two shaft ends of the
joint must be the bisector of the angle formed by the centerlines of the two shafts.
2. Constant velocity joint should be specially lubricated with heat-resistant grease.
3. There is a synchronizer in constant velocity joint to equalize the two shaft speed.
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4. Joints named Bendix-Weise, Bendix-Tracta are constant velocity joints.
[Q5] Regarding the functions of the propeller shaft and drive shaft, which of the following statements is
not true?
1. These shafts are often used to transmit torque between two assemblies on the same housing (or
frame).
2.These shafts transmit the torque between two assemblies with rotation relative to each other.
3.These shafts transmit the torque between the two assemblies with a large transmission angle.
4.These shafts transmit the torque between two assemblies with sliding motion relative to each other.

[Q6] Regarding the Cardan universal joint, which of the following statements is correct?
1.It is a torque transmission joint with different velocities of the two shafts of the same joint.
2.It is a torque transmission joint with different angular velocities of the two shafts of the same joint.
3. It is a torque transmission joints with different instantaneous angular velocities of the two shafts of
the same joint.
4.Usually used on FF vehicles.

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[Q7] Regarding the Cardan universal joint, which of the following statements is correct?
1.It is a torque transmission joint with the same velocities of the two shafts of the same joint.
2.It is a torque transmission joint with the same angular velocities of the two shafts of the same joint.
3. It is a torque transmission joints with the same instantaneous angular velocities of the two shafts of the
same joint.
4.Usually used on FR vehicles.

[Q8] Regarding the hole for the needle bearing on the yokes of the Cardan universal joint, which of the
following statements is correct?
1.The main purpose of large hole machining on yokes is to install needle ball bearings.
2.The main purpose of large hole machining on yokes is to assembly the cross shaft.
3.The main purpose of large hole machining on yokes is for installation snap ring easyly.
4.The main purpose of large hole machining on yokes is to lighten the yokes.

[Q9] Regarding the spider in the tripod constant velocity joint, which of the following statements is correct?
1.The spider is threaded for fixation with driving yoke.
2.The spider is splined inside so that it can be slide relatively with driving yoke in operation.
3.The spider has construction that can be removed from the driving yoke so that when necessary, the rubber
covering over the joints can be replaced.
4.The balls are fixed on the spider.

[Q10] Regarding the boot (rubber) covering outside the constant velocity joints, which of the following
statements is correct?
1.The boot only has the role of blocking dust and dirt under the vehicle to protect joints.
2.The boot only has the role of preventing water from entering the joints.
3.The boot only has the role of keeping the amount of grease inside.
4. The boot has all the above roles and also has to work in the conditions of bending, torsion, and heat,
so it requires to be made from good rubber material.

CHAPTER 6 FINAL GEAR,

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DIFFERENTIAL GEAR AND AXLE SHAFT

[Q1] Which of the following selections is the final gear in the figure?

1.Single reduction bevel gear type final gear

2.Single reduction spur (cylindrical) gear type final gear
3.Double reduction center type final gear
4.Double reduction side type final gear

[Q2] Which of the following selections is the

final gear in the figure?
1.Single reduction bevel gear type final gear
2.Single reduction spur gear type final gear
3.Double reduction center type final gear
4.Double reduction side type final gear

[Q3] Which of the following selections is the final gear in the figure?

1.Single reduction bevel gear type

final gear
2. Single reduction spur gear type
final gear

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3. Double reduction center type
final gear
4.Double reduction side type final
gear

[Q4] Which of the following selections

is the final gear in the figure?

1.Single reduction bevel gear type final gear

2.Single reduction spur gear type final gear
3.Double reduction center type final gear
4.Double reduction side type final gear

[Q5] Where is the hypoid gear in the following

figures?

1. Figure a
2. Figure b
3. Figure c
4. No figures at all.

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[Q6] Regarding the advantages of the hypoid gear, which of the following statements is not true?
1.Has a higher gear ratio and contact ratio than a spiral bevel gear of the same size.
2.Minimize noise level at high speed.
3.Can help lower the vehicle's center of gravity while keeping the ground clearance.
4.Low cost.

[Q7] Regarding the disadvantages of the hypoid gear, which of the following statements is not true?

1.Complicated manufacturing, requiring high assembly accuracy.

2.The longitudinal sliding along the tooth length in the meshing area increase.
3.Requires special lubricating oil
4.Does not help lower the vehicle's center of gravity.

[Q8] Through the layout of bearings, it is possible to evaluate which final gear in the figure has the greatest
torque transmission capacity?

1.Left figure
2.Middle figure
3.Right figure
4.Both middle and right figure

[Q9] Regarding the final gear, which of the following statements is not true?

1. The pinion gear of the FR vehicle is usually arranged in cantilever beam type.
2. Pairs of two tapered roller bearings are usually arranged in an O letter-shape for better rigidity of the
shaft.
3. The double reduction final gear is designed for a large gear ratio with little impact on ground clearance.
4. The double reduction final gear has center type and side type.

[Q10] Regarding the functions of differential, which of the following statements is not true?

1. The differential is used to transmit torque to the drive wheels.

2. The differential is used to distribute torque to the drive wheels.
3. The differential is used to change the torque before it is transmitted to the drive wheels.
4. The differential ensures that the drive wheels can rotate at different speeds.

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[Q11] Find the incorrect sentence in the following sentences? Bevel gear type final gears for FR vehicles
are usually constructed to:
1. Be able to adjust the preload of bearing.
2. Be able to adjust the backlash between pinion gear and ring gear.
3. Be able to adjust the vehicle's ground clearance.
4. Be able to adjust the tooth contact pattern.

[Q12] The figure show the construction of differential, choose the name for numbered part in the
following table?

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Pinion Differential Side gear Differential Thrust

shaft pinion case washer
1 X
2 X
3 X
4 X
8 X

[Q13] In the final gear and differential unit, which of the following part meshing with the ring gear?
1.Planetary gear.
2.Differential case.
3.Side gear.
4.Pinion gear.
[Q14] In the final gear and differential unit of FR vehicle, which of the following part meshing with the
pinion gear?

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1. Haft shaft.
2. Side gear.
3. Ring gear.
4. Differential case.
[Q15] Which the following part constructed the final gear and differential of the FR vehicle, is directly
related to the speed distribution operation.
1.Driven gear (ring gear).
2.Final gear housing.
3.Side gear.
4.Driving gear (pinion gear).

[Q16] Talking about full floating rear axle shaft, which of the following sentences is incorrect?
1. Normally, used for heavy trucks and buses.
2. Its construction make vehicle can support heavy load.
3. Rear axle shaft can be removed from axle housing without disassembly wheel.
4. Rear axle shaft both transmits torque to the drive wheels and support the load of vehicle.

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[Q17] The following figure shows differential construction with locking differential, find the incorrect
statement in the following sentences?
1.When the one side drive wheel is spined, the differential must be
locking differential.
2. Locking operation is possible when the wheels have come to a
complete stop.
3. When locking, the driver act the differential lever, the lock shift
lerver 3 push the sliding sleave 5 into the teething ring 6 to lock
the differential.
4. There is usually no locking differential indicator on the
dashboard, so remember to unlock it after use.

[Q18] Choose a proper name for the axle shaft in figure a, b, c?

No floating Semi floating Semi floating Full Load

axle shaft axle shaft (1/2 axle shaft (3/4 floating increasing
load) load) axle shaft axle
shaft
Figure a x
Figure b x
Figure c x

[Q19] Talking about semi floating axle shaft (1/2 load), which of the following sentences is correct?
1.Normally, used for heavy trucks and buses.
2. In terms of construction, it is possible to make the vehicle withstand a biger load than the fully
floating axle shaft.
3.There is only one supporting bearing between the axle shaft and the axle housing.
4.Axle shaft transmits torque to the drive wheel and support only a part of the vehicle's load.
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[Q20] Talking about full floating axle shaft, which of the following sentences is incorrect?
1. Normally, used for heavy trucks and buses.///

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2. In terms of construction, it is possible to make the vehicle withstand a biger load than other
axle shaft.
3.The axle shaft can be pulled out without jacking up the axle or removing the wheels.
4.The end of axle shaft mounted with the hub has one supporting bearing.

CHAPTER 7 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

[Q1] Which of the following statements does not describe the function of a suspension system?
1. The suspension system softly connects the body and the wheel, reduce the vertical dynamic load on
the body and ensure the wheel rolls smoothly on the road.
2.The suspension system quickly absorb the vibrations of the road surface affecting the vehicle body.
3.Suspension system transmits force from the axle to the body and vice versa, so that the vehicle can
move, and at the same time ensure a reasonable displacement of the wheels relative to the vehicle
body.
4.Suspension system helps to reduce the car's static load through the spring element.
[Q2] Regarding the suspension system, which of the following statements is not true?
1.The three basic components of the suspension system are: the spring, the shock absorber, and the
control arm.
2. Sprung mass is the mass above the sping component, usually including the vehicle body mass, the
mass of people and goods on the vehicle.
3.The unsprung mass is the mass below the sping component, usually including the axle, wheel, axle
shaft.
4.The bigger the unsprung (không giãn) mass, the more comfortable ride the vehicle will run on
bumpy roads.

[Q3] Which of the following component of the suspension system smooths the movement of the
vehicle body when running on the road by converting the frequency transfering from road into an
appropriate frequency, suitable for the human physiology?
1.Spring.
2.Shock absorber.
3.Control arm.
4.Stabilizer bar.
[Q4] Which of the following component in the suspension system is responsible for transmitting force
and determining the relative displacement of the wheel relative to the vehicle body, allowing vertical
displacement and limiting unwanted displacement of the wheel.
1.Sring.
2.Shock absorber.
3.Control arm.
4.Stabilizer bar.
[Q5] Which of the following component in the suspension system is responsible for quickly absorb the
vibrations of the body and wheels by converting the vibrational energy into heat and radiating it to the
environment.
1.Sring.
2.Shock absorber.
3.Control arm.
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4.Stabilizer bar.
[Q6] Choose the proper name for suspension system in the figure?
1.Dependent suspension system.

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2.Mc.Pherson suspension system.
3.Two horizontal control arms
(wishbone-shape arm) suspension system.
4.Two longitudinal control arms.

[Q7] Choose the proper name for suspension system in the

figure?
1. Dependent suspension system.
2. Mc.Pherson suspension system.
3. Two horizontal control arms (wishbone-shape arm)
suspension system.
4. Two longitudinal control arms.

[Q8] Choose the proper name for suspension system in the figure?
1. Dependent suspension system.
2. Mc.Pherson suspension system.
3. Two horizontal control arms (wishbone-shape arm)
suspension system.
4. Two longitudinal control arms.

[Q9] Regarding the characteristics of the Mc.Pherson

suspension system, which of the following statements is not
true?
1. Mc.Pherson suspension system has a simple and compact construction because it has coil spring
embedded out of sock absorber and has no upper control arm.
2. The construction of the Mc.Pherson suspension system creates more space in the engine
compartment, helping to rotate transvertly the engine and transmission.
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3.The shock absorber also plays a part of the control arm, so the piston rod of the shock absorber has a
large diameter to increase rigidity.
4.The upper end of the shock absorber is fixed to the vehicle body, the lower end is fixed to the axle
bracket.
[Q10] Regarding the characteristics of the Mc.Pherson suspension system, which of the following
statements is not true?
1.Mc.Pherson suspension usually uses dual tubes shock absorber.
2. The construction of the Mc.Pherson suspension system creates more space in the engine
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3. The Mc.Pherson suspension system contributes to reducing the turning resistance torque on the
steerable wheel.
4.Mc.Pherson suspension is usually used for FF vehicles.
[Q11] Regarding dependent suspension system, which of the following statements is not true?
1. Dependent suspension system is a suspension system placed on a rigid axle connecting the two
wheels, when one wheel is displaced relative to the body of the vehicle, it will cause the other
wheel to displace dependently.
2.Dependent suspension is classify to single type and bogie type.
3.Dependent suspension system can support large loads, so it is often used for trucks.
4.The dependent suspension has a small unsprung mass.
[Q12] Regarding dependent suspension, which of the following statements is not true?
1.Rigid axle construction under the body occupies large space, low center of gravity.
2.The large unsprung mass affects the comfortable ride of the vehicle.
3.Leaf springs in the dependent suspension act as both a spring and a control arm.
4.The wheel track is little changed with the dependent suspension.
[Q13] Regarding the characteristics of independent suspension systems, which of the following
statements is not correct?
1.The unsprung mass is small, so the force and moment of inertia are small, reducing the impact load
with the vehicle body when moving on the road.
2.Space for two wheels on both sides of the vehicle, allowing to lower the center of gravity, improving
stability at high speeds.
3. With the independent linkage between the two wheels, there is little ability to prevent horizontal
slip. If there is a slip in one wheel, it can cause a side slip for the whole axle.
4.Has a simple structure but can support large loads, so it is often used for passenger car.
[Q14] Which of the following statements is not correct for an independent suspension system?
1. The displacement of the two wheels on a axle has almost no influence on each other. The two
wheels are not connected on the rigidly axle so they can move independently.
2. Independent suspension has basic types: two horizontal, two logitudinal, two diagonal and
Mc.Pherson.
3.Mc.Pherson suspension is an independent suspension with only one horizontal control arm.
4. The independent suspension system has many advantages that should be applied to all types of
automotive vehicle.
[Q15] Which of the following statements incorrectly describes the structure of the leaf spring?
1.The leaf spring have two ends to connect to the vehicle body, one can be rotated and the other can
slides or swings vertically.
2.One plate of leaf spring have different curvature radii when disassembly from the leaf spring.
3. The center bolt is used to get the center between the plate of leaf spring when installing it, so its
role will be run out when the leaf spring clamp is fixed.
4.U-bolts fix the leaf spring to the axle.
[Q16] Talking about leaf springs, which of the following sentences is correct?
1.When the load is large, the required spring rate will be large.
2.When the load is large, the required spring rate will be small.
3.In general, light trucks use leaf spring with greater spring rate than trucks with heavy loads.
4.Required spring rate does not depend on the vehicle load.
[Q17] Regarding the leaf spring, which of the following sentences is incorrect?

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1.Leaf springs are mainly used for dependent suspension system.
2.The smaller the spring rate, the softer the leaf spring.
3.In general, light trucks use leaf spring with greater spring rate than trucks with heavy loads.
4.Leaf spring length is calculated as the distance between the center lines of the spring eye and
spring shackle.
[Q18] Regarding the leaf spring in suspension system, which of the following sentences is incorrect?
1. Leaf springs are mainly used for independent suspension system.
2. The smaller the spring rate, the softer the leaf spring.
3. Leaf spring length is the distance between the center of the spring eye and spring shackle.
4. In general, heavy trucks use leaf spring with greater spring rate than trucks with light loads.
[Q19] Regarding shock absorber, which of the following sentences is correct?
1.Normally the shock absorber has a removable construction.
2.Normally, the damping resistance in compression is greater than in rebound.
3.Gas in shock absorbers is usually nitrogen gas.
4.Shock absorbers with gas in side do not use oil.
[Q20] Regarding dual tube shock absorbers, which of the following statements is correct?
1. When testing, if the resistance when compressing is strong and the resistance when rebound is
light, it can be said that the shock absorber works normally.
2. Whether the function of the shock absorber is good or not can be assessed through the vibration
and noise of the car when running.
3.Gas in shock absorbers is usually carbon dioxide (CO2) gas.
4.Shock absorbers with gas in side do not use oil.

CHAPTER 8 WHEEL

[Q1] Which of the following statement not belong to the functions of tire?
1. The wheels support total load of the vehicle.
2. The wheels transmit the driving torque to the road surface and receive the reaction force to move
the vehicle.
3. The wheel change rolling friction to sliding friction for easy vehicle movement.
4. The wheels reduce the impact load on vehicle to provide smooth ride.
[Q2] Which of the following statement not belong to the functions of tire?
1. The wheels support total load of the vehicle.
2. The wheels turn rotational motion into translation motion, so that vehicle can travel on the road.
3. The wheels along with the steering system ensure the ability to change direction of motion.
4. The wheels reduce the impact load on vehicle to provide smooth ride.
[Q3] Choose the incorrect statement from the following talking about wheel requirements?
1. Wheels must have enough durability, roll for a long time in conditions of load and speed changing
on the road.
2. Wheels need to have good adhearsion to promote traction, brake force, and ensure safety when the
vehicle turning.
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3.Wheels must have good heat dissipation.
4.Wheels must be heavy increasing unsprung mass to help the vehicle move smoothly.
[Q4] Choose the incorrect statement from the following talking about wheel requirements?
1. Wheels must have high wear resistance.
2. Wheels need to have good adhearsion to promote traction, brake force, and ensure safety when
the vehicle turning.
3. Wheels must have good heat dissipation.
4. Wheels must be heavy increasing unsprung mass to help the vehicle move smoothly.
[Q5] Which is the following classifications of wheels incorrect?
1. Classification according to working characteristics: steerable wheel, non-steerable wheel, drive
wheel, driven wheel.
2.Classification by use: wheels for passenger cars, trucks, coaches and buses...
3.Classification by construction: wheel with tube, without tube, wheel with concave rim, flat rim...
4.Sort by weather: snow wheels, sun wheels, rain wheel...
[Q6] Choose a name for the tire types A, B in the figure and the names for the tire structure?

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A B 1 2 3 4 5
Radial ply tire x
Bias ply tire x
Steel bead wire x
Casing plies x
Tread reinforced plies (Belt) x
Tread x
Inner line x

[Q7] The numbers and letters in the figure are the tire size designation, Choose proper meaning for these
indicators in the table?

225 50 R 16 92 V
Section width (mm) x
Section high (mm)
Wheel diameter (mm)
Type of casing plies: radial ply x
Aspect ratio H/B (%) x
Rim diameter (inches) x
Load index x
Speed rating index x
Type of casing plies: bias ply

[Q8] Regarding wheel rims, which of the following is not correct?

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1.The wheel rim has a concave for easy tire removal.

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2.The rim is centered to the hub by locating pins.
3.Wheel rims made of aluminum alloy will help reduce unsprung mass.
4.Vehicles using pressed steel rims often have an outer rim cover.
[Q9] Regarding vehicle tires, which of the following statements is true?
1.The letter P in the tire size designation shows the type of tire casing plies.
2.There is no wear indicator on the tire, so use it until the tread is completely worn.
3.Tire tread is designed to increase the aesthetics of the tire and to distinguish the tire brands.
4.Tires heat up when the vehicle is running due to friction with the road surface and internal friction
when the tire deforms.
[Q10] Regarding the temporary (spare) wheel, which of the following is true?
1.Temporary wheel is smaller than the normal wheel, it is for fitting the wear of normal wheel.
2. The temporary wheel has a much higher pressure than the normal wheel to prevent pressure leakage.
3.Temporary wheel is used to replace when the normal wheel has problems.
4.Temporary wheel same as the normal wheel is used for tire rotation for even wear.

CHAPTER 9 WHEEL ALIGNMENT

[Q1] Angle A in the figure shows which of the following wheel alignment of
front steerable axle?
1. Camber
2. Kingpin offset
3. Kingpin
4. Caster

[Q2] A in the figure shows which of the following wheel alignment

of front steerable wheel?
1. Camber
2. Toe in
3. Kingpin
4. Caster trail

[Q3] The following figure shows the wheel alignment, the arrow
shows which of the following words?
1. Caster
2. Tread
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3. Camber
4. Kingpin

[Q4] The figure show the wheel alignment seeing from the front of the automotive
vehicle. What is the A angle?
1. Kingpin
2. Kingpin offset
3. Camber
4. Caster

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[Q5] The figure show the wheel alignment seeing from the
side of the automotive vehicle. What is the A angle?
1. Kingpin
2. Caster trail
3. Camber
4. Caster

[Q6] b-a difference in the figure shows which of the following?

1. Camber
2. Caster
3. Kingpin
4. Toe

[Q7] Talking about Camber, which of the following statement is incorrect?

1. Camber is the inward or outward tilt of a wheel from the vertical when viewed from the front of the
vehicle.
2. Camber can be negative or positive within 1 degree.
3. Normally, truck has negative camber and passenger car has positive camber.
4. The purpose of setting camber is to make wheels are perpendicular to the road surface and provide
good traction.
[Q8] Talking about Caster, which of the following statement is incorrect?
1. Caster is the tilt of steering axis toward the front or rear of the vehicle.
2. Caster has a value of 1 to 7 degrees.
3. Caster and Caster trail maintain directional stability and control.
4. Caster can not increase steering returnability.
[Q9] Talking about Kingpin, which of following statement is incorrect?
1. Kingpin is the inward tilt of steering axis from the vertical as viewed from the front of the vehicle.
2. Kingpin usually has value of 6 to 15 degrees.
3. Kingpin can not make steering wheel returnability.
4. Kingpin reduces steering effort, especially if the vehicle is not moving.

[Q10] Talking about Toe, which of the following statement is incorrect?

1. Toe in, Toe out are generally called Toe.
2. Toe has the value of 1 to 5 mm.
3. Positive toe (Toe in) is used for wheel has positive Camber.
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CHAPTER 10 STEERING SYSTEM

[Q1] Which of the following statement is not talking about the function of steering system?
1. To ensure the ability to turn with small turning radius and to be stable.
2. To ensure the correct turning kinematic with different centers of rotation for each wheel.
3. To ensure the steerable wheels have high self stabilization.
4. To reduce the impact from steerable wheel to the steering wheel.
[Q2] Which of the following statement talking incorrectly about the requirement of steering system?
1. Ensure proper torque distribution for the two side wheels.
2. Ensure precise control, force and stroke are proportional to the turning status of vehicle and
within the permissible limit.
3. Ensure the self-returning ability of steerable wheels.
4. The steerable wheels must have the correct kinematic required by the steering system and
suspension system.
[Q3] Talking about general construction of steering system, which of the following statement is not
correct?
1. General construction of steering system include steering gear and steering linkage.
2. The steering gear is actually an acceleration gear box that helps to steer quickly.
3. The major components of steering linkage mechanism include steering wheel, steering column
and steering linkage.
4. The steering gear is located on one side of the vehicle, so it is necessary to have a ackermann
linkage (trapezoid linkage) for both steerable wheels to be controlled.
[Q4] Which of the following part is the part that makes up the power cylinder in the hydraulic power
rack and pinion steering system?
1. Drag link.
2. Hydraulic pump.
3. Gear box housing.
4. Rack housing.
[Q5] Talking about worm and nut steering gear, which of the following statement is incorrect?
1. The ball nut moves on the worm screw in the axial direction.
2. Sector gear meshes directly with worm screw.
3. The steel balls pass through the ball pipes and circulate inside the grooves of ball nut.
4. The contact sides of the screw and the ball nut are in contact with the steel balls.
[Q6] Select a name for part numbered in the following table?

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1. Steering wheel​
2. Steering column​
3. Steering gear​
4. Pitman arm​
5. Drag link​
6. Intermediate arm ​
7. Kingpin​
8. Steering arm (Knuckle arm)​
9. Tie rod​
10. Axle beam ​
11. Spindle​
12. Steerable wheel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Tie rod
Drag link X
Steering arm X
Steering wheel X
Steering column X
Kingpin X
Steering gear X

[Q7] With the steering system shown in the picture and the arrow being the direction of the vehicle, when
the steering wheel turns the left (turning counter-clockwise), in which direction will the steerable wheel
turn?
1. Turn left
2. Turn right
3. Two steerable wheel bunched up (like toe in)
4. Two teerable wheel spread out (like toe out)

[Q8] Figures a, b, c show steering states of vehicles, find the

correct sentence in the following sentences?

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1. a is correct steer, b is over steer, c is under steer.
2. a is correct steer, b is under steer, c is over steer
3. a is over steer, b is correct steer, c is under steer
4. a is under steer, b is correct steer, c is over steer
[Q9] Find the incorrect sentence talking about following figure?
1. Figure describes the layout of steerable axles.
2. This vehicle has two steerable axles.
3. The dashed lines are the lines extending the wheel axis,
intersecting each other at a point called the turning center of
the vehicle.
4. The steerable wheels when turning are always parallel to
each other.
[Q10] Find the incorrect sentence talking about following figure?

1. The formula in the figure shows the relationship between the turning angles of the left and right
steerable wheels, the right side is a fixed value.
2. The relation between the two angles in this formula is the ideal.
3. The construction creates a relationship as in the formula that requires many rods (15 rods).
4. The 4-rods or 6-rods steering trapezoidal shape also meets the above ideal relationship precisely.
[Q11] Talking about the ackermann link (trapezoid) in the picture, which of the following is incorrect?
1. This is a ackermann link with 6 rods.
2. This ackermann link is widely used for passenger car with
independent suspension.
3. The dimension of rods in ackermann link do not depend on the
kinetic relationships of the steerable wheels, but only on the
layout space and the torque required to act to rotate the wheel.
4. The ackermann link in the figure is used to link the left and right
steerable wheels.
[Q12] Talking about the basic parameters of steering gear, which of the following statement is incorrect?
1. Kinematic steering gear ratio and dynamics steering gear ratio are basic parameters of the steering
gear.
2. The steering system has both forward and reverse efficiency. The greater the forward efficiency is
the better, and the smaller the inverse efficiency is the better.
3. The nature of the steering gear is a reduction gearbox, so it is possible to choose a very large gear
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4. The backlash (clearance) in the steering gear determines the free play of steering wheel.
[Q13] Select a name for part numbered in the following table?

1 2 3 4 5 7 11
Worm
Pinion x
Rack x
Rack guid x
Compression spring x
Yoke plug (adjusting plug) x
Tie rod x
Jam nut (adjusting nut) x

[Q14] Talking about rack and pinion steering gear, which of the following statement is incorrect?
1. Rack and pinion steering gear has a simple structure, capable of eliminating gaps at the meshing
place.
2. The positive (forward) and negative (reverse) efficiency are equal.
3. Commonly used on trucks with hydraulic power to limit impact on the steering wheel.
4. The disadvantage is the large length of the structure, the rack made of high quality steel, small
size, and easy to bend during use.
[Q15] Select a name for part numbered in the following table?

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1 2 6 7 12 21 22
Worm (gear) x
(Ball) nut x
Sector gear x
Adjusting screw x
Lock nut x
Sector shaft x
Pitman arm x

CHAPTER 11 BRAKE SYSTEM

[Q1] Talking about the requirements of automotive vehicle, which of the following statement is incorrect?
1. Brake system has a high and stable braking effect.
2. Braking torques are distributed equally on axles.
3. Brake smoothly and quietly, ensure high reliability and sensitivity.
4. Easy to operate, adjust, maintain.
[Q2] Which of the following classification is incorrect?
1. Classify brake system by using purpose: foot brake and hand brake.
2. Classify brake system by brake assembly: drum brake and disc brake.
3. Classify brake system by season: summer brake and winter brake.
4. Classify brake system by brake linkage: mechanical, hydraulic, compressed air...
[Q3] Choose a name for drum brake assembly in each figure?

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a b c d e
Two - leading shoes x
Trailing and leading shoe x
Floating x
Duo servo x
Self energizing x

[Q4] Find the incorrect statement talking about the brake assembly in figure?
1. This is a axially symmetrical drum brake
assembly.
2. This brake assembly makes greater
braking torque when forward than
when reverse.
3. The cam and eccentric bush in the figure
are used to adjust the clearance between
the brake shoes and the drum.
4. The part number 1 in the figure locates
the brake shoes on the surface of the
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[Q5] Find the incorrect statement talking
about the brake assembly in figure?
1. This is a axially symmetrical drum
brake assembly.
2. This brake assembly is usually
applied to trucks
3. The clearance between the brake
shoe and the drum is adjusted by
the initial pressure of the brake
chamber 3.
4. The cam can be rotated due to the
brake chamber pushing into the
swing arm 5.
[Q6] Talking about drum brakes, which of
the following sentences is incorrect?
1. The two leading shoe brake assembly has a strengthening brake effect only when the vehicle is
moving forward.
2. The leading shoe is the shoe that have the self energizing effect.
3. The trailing shoe is the shoe that have not the self energizing effect.
4. The self energizing effect is the effect of increasing braking torque due to the brake shoe tend to
press firmly against the drum.
[Q7] Regarding the brake assembly with two leading shoes, which of the following sentences is incorrect?
1. Usually used for the front axle of trucks.
2. When the direction of rotation of the brake drum changes, the braking force remains the same.
3. The leading shoe is the shoe that have the self energizing effect.
4. The self energizing effect is the effect of increasing braking torque due to the brake shoe tend to
press firmly against the drum.
[Q8] Regarding the brake assembly with one leading shoe and one trailing shoe, which of the following
sentences is incorrect?
1. Usually used for the front axle of trucks.
2. When the direction of rotation of the brake drum changes, the braking force change.
3. The leading shoe is the shoe that have the self energizing effect.
4. The self energizing effect is the effect of increasing braking torque due to the brake shoe tend to
press firmly against the drum.
[Q9] Find the wrong sentence when talking about the construction in the following figure?

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1. This is a mechanism that automatically adjusts the brake shoe clearance applied to the drum brake
assembly.
2. The adjusting screw between the two brake shoes is made up of two halves connected by thread.
3. When press on the brake or pull the handbrake, the adjusting lever on the gear of adjusting screw
will move upwards.
4. When the clearance is worn more than the allowable value, the adjusting lever will slide down to
rotate the gear and shorten the adjusting screw.
[Q10] Compare disc brakes with drum brakes, which of the following statements is not true?
1. Disc brakes have brake discs in direct contact with the outside air, so they are better cooled, and
the braking torque is stable.
2. Disc brakes are more sensitive due to the small and even clearance between disc and pads.
3. Disc brakes have a compact construction and are cheaper than drum brakes when compared to
the same braking torque.
4. Because disc brakes are not protected like drum brakes, water and dirt can affect braking torque.
[Q11] Talking about disc brakes, which of the following sentences is correct?

1. The ventilated brake disc is a type with a hollow structure in the middle to easily
dissipate heat caused by friction when braking.
2. The clearance between the brake pad and the brake disc is automatically adjusted by the rubber
boot.
3. Fixed caliper disc brakes have piston only on one side of the disc.
4. Brake pads are usually made from asbestos fibers combined with wear-resistant friction materials
and are bonded by adhesives.
[Q12] Talking about disc brakes, which of the following sentences is incorrect?
1. Floating caliper disc brakes have piston only on one side of the disc.
2. The ventilated brake disc is a type with a hollow structure in the middle to easily dissipate heat
caused by friction when braking.
3. The clearance between the brake pad and the brake disc is automatically adjusted by the seal
inside the cylinder.
4. Brake pads are usually made from asbestos fibers combined with wear-resistant friction
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[Q13] Regarding hydraulic disc brakes, which of the following statements is incorrect?
1. Floating caliper disc brakes have piston only on one side of the disc.
2. The ventilated disc has hollow structure in the middle to easily dissipate heat caused by friction
when braking.
3. The clearance between the brake pad and the brake disc is automatically adjusted by the
rubber boot.
4. Brake pads are usually made from non-asbestos materials such as glass fiber combined with wear-
resistant friction materials and are bonded by adhesives.
[Q14] Find the incorrect statement about the following figure?

1. The figure describes the principle of automatically adjusting the clearance between the brake pads
and the brake disc.
2. The rubber seal in the figure has the role of sealing to create pressure in the cylinder.
3. When the clearance between the brake pad and the brake disc is greater than the deformation of the
rubber, the piston will slide relative to the rubber seal.
4. The rubber seal always pulls the piston return back by an amount less than its deformation.

[Q15] Find the incorrect statement talking about the working principle of the vacuum booster in the
figures?

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1. The figure on the left shows the vacuum booster in the brake pedal stop state.
2. The figure on the right shows the vacuum booster when the brake is not applied.
3. In the brake pedal stop state, the vacuum valve and the air valve are both closed.
4. In the non-brake state, the vacuum valve opens, the air valve closes.
[Q16] Find the correct sentence from the following options?
1. The figure depicts the load sensing
proportioning valve.
2. The proportioning valve is usually
installed on the front axle to prevent brake
locking for this axle.
3. When the oil pressure rises to a
certain value, the force pushing piston to
the left will overcome the spring force and
the force pushing piston to the right, the
piston will be moved to the left and close
the oil line at that time.
4. When the oil pressure from the master
cylinder increases, the piston is still not
pushed to the right to reduce the oil outlet
pressure.

[Q17] Find the correct sentence talking about the following figure?
1. The figure is a diagram depicting the construction of
the independent four-line brake valve.
2. According to the working principle, the
compressed air flow to the rear axle will open before
the compressed air flow to the front axle.
3. The arrow with the letter R represents the flow of
compressed air returning to the tank when the brake
pedal is released.
4. The braking sensation is created by the reaction of the
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[Q18] Talking about spring brake chamber, which of the following statement is incorrect?
1. The spring brake chamber has a
single brake chamber that
pushes and rotates the cam of
the rear brake assembly.
2. The spring brake chamber
include parking brake function
thanks to the power spring.
3. When lowering the handbrake
(releasing the parking brake),
compressed air will be drawn in
to chamber to compress the
power spring.
4. The bolt behind the spring
brake chamber is used to adjust
the clearance between drum and
shoes when the brake lining is
worn.

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